Portland YMCA reclaims Christian heritage

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Portland YMCA reclaims Christian heritage

Wayne Westcott speaking at a Christian Business dinner challenged those present that true balance in life demanded a focus on more than the physical. He commended the Portland YMCA for recognizing that.

"If our priorities are spirit, mind and body, let's not be afraid of the message of Jesus Christ. If we're going to call it a YMCA, then let's not be ashamed to use the word 'Christian.'" he said. Eugene Wallace, chair of the organising committee, said "the YMCA owes its existence to divine guidance. It has been led by God, inspired by God and sustained by God," he said.

A number of other YMCAs nationally are pursuing a similar focus on Christ. About 150 people from YMCAs across the nation gathered in a Colorado meeting in October to discuss promoting such change from within. Bob Hall, president and chief executive officer of the YMCA of Columbia-Willamette, echoed Wallace's call for a fresh vision of God's historic role in the worldwide movement. "We must not ignore or forget this wonderful spiritual legacy," said Hall. "It's the foundation of our organization—it's in its DNA," he said.

Source: Christian News Northwest via Australian Prayer Network

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