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YMCA John 17:21 Conference – Building A Healthy Spirit

By Lindsey Castleman

Since 2000 one event has helped define how the Christian faith shapes the mission and many other aspects of the YMCA. The conference is a time of fellowship, growth, and renewal in the context of the Christian Purpose of the YMCA. Learn more about the 2009 conference.

Community Unity – Charlotte YMCA Builds Strength Through Prayer

By Molly Thompson


We all know that a YMCA is a great place for good exercise. But how does a YMCA help families deal with pink slips, crime, family issues, poor health and an uncertain financial future? They bring their entire community together and pray.

The Many "C"s of the Toledo YMCA

By Brian Keel, VP and CFO of Greater Toledo YMCA


Like many YMCAs we walk a line between being a Christian organization and being an organization that is open to people of all faiths, or even no faith. We like to say that while few people come to the YMCA seeking spiritual truth, that won’t prevent them from finding it IF it’s there. The key is to deliver real ministry in real people's lives.

Restore Ministries Offers Hope and Healing at the Y

By Philip F. Newman, VP-Communications, YMCA of Middle Tennessee


What do you do when the best workout and the best nutrition plan just don’t work? Scott Reall, founder of the YMCA Restore Ministries program says that the problems you face can’t be solved simply through a fitness regimen.

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