The Y, as we commonly know it, was chartered in 1944 as the Young Mens Christian Association (YMCA). The original and continued mission of the organization is to put 'Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.' Most of us don't exactly have this in mind as we are working up a sweat, but there are several activities where this really comes into play. There is a group here that has an ongoing Bible study and the Active Adult group recently had a wonderful Christian speaker for their Christmas luncheon. Christian doesn't mean intolerant by any stretch of the imagination as the Y welcomes men, women and children regardless of sex, race or religious beliefs. In fact, my favorite Y conversation of all time was when a Mormon, Catholic and Lutheran (me) were discussing what heaven was like in our faith. My final comment was, "I just hope that we can all laugh about this conversation in 50 years!"
As we look forward to Christmas I certainly would count the YMCA and the friends I have developed here among my blessings. When I worked with Karen, the fitness trainer, she talked frequently about keeping a balance among the different muscles groups. The more important balance however may be the one that the original and continuing goal that the Y strives for; that balance in our lives between faith, fun and fitness.
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