Transform With Us

When you become a member of the YMCA, you are invited to join an association that works to strengthen the foundations of our community in spirit, mind and body. It’s not just a gym and place to swim, but a place for transformation, courage, resiliency, friendship, and belonging. The Young Men’s Christian Association has continued … Continue reading “Transform With Us”

God Starts Small

As we reflect this week on the aspirations and achievements of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., we can remember this description that Jesus gives of what serving in the kingdom of God is like: God starts small. Maybe like Martin Luther King Jr. and like Jesus, your heart is grieved by the brokenness of … Continue reading “God Starts Small”

When Compassion Complicates Your Life

In my six months with the YMCA, and in my twenty years as a pastor, I’ve had many people come to me needing compassion. And it’s always complicated my life. I recently had a young man come up to our fifth floor suite looking for money to alleviate his hunger. Not too long ago I … Continue reading “When Compassion Complicates Your Life”