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Messiah Mile October 4th, 8am

Join us for the Messiah Mile, a fun and fast one-mile race through the scenic heart of Messiah University’s campus during Homecoming & Family Weekend! Open to alumni, students, parents, faculty, and friends, this exciting event is perfect for runners and walkers of all ages and abilities. For just $30, your registration includes a limited-edition race t-shirt (while supplies last) and post-race refreshments. Whether you’re chasing a personal best or simply enjoying the atmosphere, the Messiah Mile is a great way to kick off Saturday’s festivities with energy, spirit, and community. Lace up and be part of the tradition!

Registration Required

Canoe-a-thon 2.0 October 4th, 9am-1pm 

Experience 4 miles of guided paddling down the beautiful Yellow Breeches creek, ending at McCormick Road. Excursion will be led by Dr. Dave Tanis, CCO/ Owner of Yellow Breeches Adventures.

If you would like to make an additional gift in support of the Michael P. Barbato Legacy Scholarship Fund, please visit messiah.edu/barbato.

-For more information on Canoe-a-thon and to Register, Click Here

Registration Required

Page Break at Murray Library October 4th, 1pm-2pm

Location: Murray Library Athenaeum
Take a break with a good book at our read-what-you-want book club, no preparation needed! Bring a book or choose from our suggestions, read silently, and then chat with fellow book lovers. All ages welcome.

Celebrating 30 Years of Acclamation October 4th, 2pm-3pm

Celebrate 30 years of dance ministry at Messiah!  Join current dancers and Acclamation alumni as we reminisce on the past 3 decades and thank God for what He will do in the future through this group!
Registration Suggested

Outdoors Club Reunion October 4th, 2025 3pm-4pm

Reconnect with fellow adventurers at the Messiah Outdoors Club Reunion! Come swap stories and relive the memories with other alumni who love the great outdoors.

Alumni Powerhouse Worship Service October 4th, 8:15pm

Get ready for a soulful and inspiring evening at the Alumni Powerhouse Worship Event, where former Messiah Powerhouse leaders return to campus for a special time of worship and reflection. Join us as we revisit meaningful songs from years past and celebrate the legacy of student-led worship that has shaped generations. Whether Powerhouse was a weekly anchor during your college years or a new tradition to you, this event is a powerful opportunity to reconnect with the heart of worship at Messiah and experience community through music once again. All are welcome!

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