Year: 2022
An Enduring Tradition in the Burg-Bethesda Mission, House of Mercy
To “bear up under hardship, persecution, suffering” (2 Timothy 3:11); “to be strong, firm” (Hebrews 11:27); “to persevere beneath a heavy burden” (Matthew 10:22)—each verse helps us better understand what…
Testimonies of Transformation and Thanksgiving
Praise the Lord, my soul, and forget not all his benefits—who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases, who redeems your life from the pit and crowns you…
2022 Volunteer of the Year Award: Nanette Barber
Nanette Barber is a faithful and supportive volunteer at the Women’s Mission and has been for many years. She shares songs, stories, and desserts to bring cheer to the House.…
Men’s Shelter Facade Facelift: Stories of Hard Work, Success, and Celebration
The $100,000 facelift is complete: the pillars have been beautifully restored, the shelter facade has been freshly painted, the deck has been refurbished and sealed, the flower beds have been…
Pools & Pillars: Power & Perspective
Now there is in Jerusalem by the Sheep Gate a pool (in Aramaic called Bethesda, in Greek, House of Mercy) which has five roofed pillars. In between these pillars lay…
Women’s Mission Site Renewal: Oh What A Future!
A wonderful celebration is scheduled for August 18, 2022 at 1933 Forster Street, Harrisburg, Pa 17103. Tours begin: 6:30pm Program: 7:00pm-7:45pm Tours resume at program ending: 7:45-8:00pm Seven years ago,…
Lori’s Story
By Catelynne Lewis Please be aware that the following piece discusses the sensitive topics of: sexual abuse of a minor, rape, sex workers, and substance abuse. As of May 2022,…
Pillars, Projects, & Prosperous Journeys
If you have ever had a chance to visit our flagship facility at 611 Reily Street, then you know that the entrance to the building is impressively majestic, and the…
Mountains & Valleys
Our lives are filled with both mountain top experiences and depths of the valleys – joys and disappointments. It is where life is fully tested, and we ask ourselves what…
Old Things Have Passed Away
Women’s Mission Shelter/Site Renewal Nearing Completion Urgent Need – $300,000 A long-time dream for our Women’s Mission is finally coming into fruition with the completion of the site renewal! The…