Messiah Lifeways

01/26/2026

Discover how Talking Breads in Mechanicsburg turns baking into a joyful, sensory experience and get tips on making your very first loaf at home! 🥖 Dive into the art of sourdough with this Unscripted article and learn how patience, play, and curiosity make sourdough baking fun and rewarding.

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A Mechanicsburg-based business, located at 1619 West Lisburn Road, Talking Breads, shares its philosophy on baking and how to make your first sourdough loaf. Baking sourdough is a slow, sensory process—more playful discovery than exact science. That’s part of its charm. “There’s a lot of car...

01/26/2026

The activities professionals at Messiah Lifeways serve with heart, spirit, and creativity while filling our community with fun, laughter, and meaningful connection every day. During National Activity Professionals Week, we’re grateful for this amazing team and the Christ-like love they bring to our mission. 💙

01/21/2026

Our Annual Report is now available, highlighting the accomplishments, lives touched, and mission-driven work achieved during the 2024-2025 fiscal year. We're excited to share more about our growth and successes including:

• 14,800 + Meals Served at Mechanicsburg Place and the West Shore Senior Center
• Celebrating 20 Years of Pathways Institute of Lifelong Learning
• Serving more than 20 new clients served by Adult Day at Messiah Village
• Earning and achieving several noteworthy recognitions, and much more!

View the full report by clicking on the link 🔗

® Messiah Lifeways Annual Report Fiscal Year 2024-2025

01/19/2026

Mechanicsburg Place Senior Center had a blast making a snowman craft last week! ⛄

01/15/2026

A behind the scenes peek at one of our photoshoot days for the upcoming edition of Unscripted. Look for the next issue in late spring!🌹

01/08/2026

Dive into the latest Unscripted magazine as we explore Where Faith Leads— heartfelt story of walking with God and discovering His guiding hand in everyday life. From archeologist to author, may Emily’s journey inspire you to trust where faith takes you!

Full story here: https://messiahlifeways.org/blog/where-faith-leads/

01/05/2026

You're invited to stop by the Welcome Center Cottage on the Fernecrest campus for an Open House every Wednesday from 1:00 - 3:00 pm. You'll get to tour our Bluebird floorplan and a Welcome Center team member will be available to walk you through the cottage and answer your questions. 🌿

More info here: https://fernecrest.messiahlifeways.org/events/

01/01/2026

✨Happy New Year! ✨We step into this new season rejoicing in God’s goodness and trusting Him for all that’s ahead. May your year be filled with hope, joy, and blessings.

12/29/2025

Holiday cheer was in full swing as residents enjoyed a Christmas party complete with a hot cocoa bar, cookies, festive trivia, and a Christmas carol sing-along.🎄☕

12/29/2025

Whether you’re cooking for one or two, small batch cooking is a smart, delicious way to enjoy fresh meals tailored to your tastes and schedule. From reducing food waste to simple prep tips and tools that make life easier in the kitchen, the latest edition of Unscripted has practical ideas you’ll want to try tonight!

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Small batch cooking offers a practical approach to enjoying nutritious, home-cooked meals without the hassle of excessive leftovers or waste. Instead of leftovers lingering in the fridge, you can enjoy something new every night—tailored to your tastes and your schedule. WHY SMALL BATCH COOKING WOR...

12/25/2025

🎄 Merry Christmas from the Messiah Lifeways family to yours! May the hope, peace, and love of Christ fill your hearts this Christmas season, bringing comfort and joy to you and your loved ones. ✨