Providing Christian resources from the YMCA past and present to nourish inclusive, equitable work in our diverse and global neighborhoods that build up healthy spirit, mind and body for all.
As part of the YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne, many of us feel deeply compelled to “do something” about the youth violence and gangs in our city. As a Christian nonprofit organization, we get to draw on the example and teachings of Christ Jesus to inform our attempt to “do something.” Out of all the … Continue reading “Jesusians Absorb Violence”
In the spirit of always needing to be reminded of the essentials, here are a few takeaways from the 2016 General Assembly of YMCAs sessions so far: Compassion heals. Kindness transforms. Hope matters. Children desperately need affection and touch in their first 1000 days. It shapes the rest of their life. Do for one what … Continue reading “Inspired and United”
Did you know that the Young Men’s Christian Association is the original name of the YMCA? Did you know that the YMCA originated in the urban centers of England in the 1840’s before it sprouted up in Canada and the United States? Did you know that the Y got its start evangelizing and discipling young … Continue reading “What is the Y?”