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Together We’ll Go Far
An ancient African proverb says, “if you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.” Our guests at Bethesda Mission rely on support from…
Where I’m Supposed To Be
by Katie Andreano, Manager of Communications Amid partially unpacked boxes, Anjanette sat on a light brown armchair in the middle of her new one-room apartment in rural PA. The drive…
Changing and Becoming
by Serina Brown, Community Center Director Life at the Community Center is constantly filled with changes. Having children and youth in your life is to know and understand that change is…
Thank You for Fireproofing a Life!
This article first appeared in the October 2018 edition of Bethesda’s “New Life” Newsletter. In mid-August, Bethesda Mission launched a capital campaign – “Fireproof A Life” – to raise $800,000…
Volunteer Spotlight: Joanne Konick-McMahan
Please explain your role as a volunteer nurse at Bethesda Mission. I welcome individuals to the clinic and gather written information about what brought them there, their health history, and…
Renewal: A Building Project Update
by Cindy Mallow, Director of Development January is a great time for renewal: in our personal lives and in our spiritual lives. One of my favorite “New Year” verses is…
Building Passion
by Serina Brown, Director of Community Center Passion is something that awakens our heart to what makes us feel alive. It works to propel us forward into purpose, destiny, and…
This Christmas, Give a Gift to Change a Life
by Scott Dunwoody, Executive Director New birth; new life; counting our blessings; giving wondrous gifts; enjoying fellowship with family and friends. These are all examples of what the Christmas season…
Rescue Mission Food Drive Announced
Bethesda Mission in Harrisburg and Water Street Mission in Lancaster are partnering again this year for their annual Rescue Mission Food Drive from October 30 through December 22. Last year, over 275,000 meals were…
The Way of the Cross Leads Home
by Scott Dunwoody, Executive Director Every month an average of 100 men walk up the steps and check in at 611 Reily Street—half are completely new to the Mission; half have…