The Agapé Center for Local & Global Engagement employs 18 students who contribute to the planning, support, and execution of our weekly outreach service opportunities, service trips, and office organization. In addition, they bring a lot of energy and fun to our office!
Director of Outreach
The Director of Outreach provides leadership, direction, and support for student volunteer teams on campus and within the surrounding community. Contact Lauren if you are interested in serving within the local community or wish to learn more about one of our local community partners.
Service Trips Coordinator
Lydia is directly involved in planning and coordinating our domestic and international service trips. Contact Lydia if you are interested in learning more about upcoming trips or serving as a driver, student team leader or participant.
Bethesda Hotspot Coordinator
Bethesda Mission's Community Center is a space where students can come and hang out with friends in a supportive and caring environment. Messiah student volunteers spend time with and build relationships with middle and high school students through activities like board games, video games, or playing sports. Email Ty if you are interested in volunteering at Bethesda Hotspot!
Bethesda Mission Women's Shelter Coordinator
Bethesda Women's Shelter has offered a place of healing, change, and hope for women in need of addiction recovery, safety and stability, a new start in life, and a place they can call home. Students who serve with the Women's Shelter assist in meeting the needs of the Women's Shelter by organizing and cataloging material donations and cleaning the shelter kitchen. Contact Sadie if you are interested in serving at Bethesda Women's Shelter!
Bethesda After-School Coordinator
Bethesda Mission's Community Center is a space where students can come and hang out with friends in a supportive and caring environment. At the after-school program, Messiah students build relationships with elementary and middle school kids through play and homework help. Email Alicia if you are interested in volunteering at Bethesda After-School!
Center for Champions Coordinator
Center for Champions strives to provide one-on-one relationships between a Christian mentor and Harrisburg youth to help them discover God's plan for their lives. Through the Agapé Center, students connect with middle school kids through team competitions, Bible lessons, and one-on-one mentoring. Contact Ben if you are interested in serving at Center for Champions!
Messiah Lifeways 1:1 Coordinator
Messiah Lifeways is a non-profit retirement community that seeks to provide residential community services to older adults with Christ-like love. Through the Agapé Center, students can develop a one-on-one relationship with a resident of the Messiah Lifeways community. Contact Jenna if you are interested in serving with Messiah Lifeways 1:1!
Messiah Lifeways Small Group Coordinator
Students serving with the Agapé Center join the residents of Messiah Lifeways in arts and crafts while fellowshipping and building relationships to participate in life-long learning and service with the residents. Contact Kamila if you are interested in serving!
New Hope Ministries Coordinator
New Hope Ministries is a social service agency that aims to transform lives by serving others in their times of need through the love and hope of Christ. With the Agapé Center, students assist in areas such as the food pantry, warehouse, or interacting with their guests. Contact Adeline if you are interested in serving at New Hope Ministries!
PAIRWN After-School Coordinator
PAIRWN is a non-profit organization that aims to empower female immigrants and refugees through training and fellowship. Students serving with the Agapé Center help with the PAIRWN after-school program, working with children on school work and English learning. Contact Mila if you are interested in serving at PAIRWN After-School!
Paxton Ministries Coordinator
Paxton Ministries is a non-profit organization that provides affordable housing and support services to adults challenged with poverty, mental illness, and intellectual disabilities. The students serving with the Agapé Center help facilitate weekly activities aimed at having fun and building new friendships with residents. Contact Maggie if you are interested in serving at Paxton Ministries!
Salvation Army After-School Coordinator
The Salvation Army is an interracial, non-profit organization that seeks to share the gospel by meeting the basic needs of the individuals they serve. With the Agapé Center, students can build relationships with elementary- aged children by assisting with homework and participating in fun activities. Contact Kash if you are interested in serving with Salvation Army After-School!
Wildheart Ministries Coordinator
Wildheart Ministries is a non-profit organization that seeks to share the transforming power of the Gospel by empowering residents of Allison Hill and restoring the community. With the Agapé Center, students would assist with community beautification projects, community gardening, and community events. Contact Addy if you are interested in serving with Wildheart Ministries!
Office Assistant
Contact EliAnna if you have questions about upcoming events, wish to highlight a student, faculty or community partner story via the website and/or social media, or wish to learn more about opportunities through the Agapé Center!
Treasurer for Student Organizations
Marcos works closely with the Directors of Outreach Teams and Domestic Service Trips to create a budget and maintain accounting records throughout the year. Contact Marcos if you have SGA budget-related questions.