YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City Celebrates 135 Years of Impact
This Tuesday, May 14, marks a significant milestone for the YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City as it celebrates its 135th anniversary. Established less than one month after the Oklahoma Land Run in 1889, the YMCA has remained committed to serving the local community and building healthy spirit, mind and body for all. “For 135 […]
Edward L. Gaylord Downtown YMCA Celebrates 25 Years of Resilience and Community
The Edward L. Gaylord Downtown YMCA proudly commemorates the 25th anniversary of its grand opening, which marks a significant milestone in the association’s history. Beyond celebrating a remarkable achievement, this anniversary serves as a testament to the enduring resilience of the Oklahoma City community. The original YMCA in downtown Oklahoma City was located near […]
Monday Morning Joe: April 8, 2024
Today’s Monday Morning Joe explores the Christian principle of respect. Jesus showed respect by listening with empathy, treating others with dignity and worth, respecting cultural customs and differences, and serving others. At the YMCA, the importance of respect as a core Christian principle is it reflects God’s love and fosters healthy relationships within our community […]
YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City Announces Merger With Norman, Weatherford YMCAs
The YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City is excited to announce a completed merger with two previously independent YMCAs: Great Plains Family YMCA and Norman YMCA (formerly known as the Cleveland County Family YMCA). The YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City, which has been home to central Oklahoma for nearly 135 years, has locations from Davis […]
Happy International Women’s Day
Happy International Women’s Day Every year, March 8th serves as a global celebration of the contribution and achievements of women across the world. This International Women’s Day, the YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City celebrates and honors all of the women and the impact they have on our association and the communities we serve. Of the […]
Monday Morning Joe: Cup of Joe for Two
Tim Hallman, Director of Christian Emphasis for the YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne, Indiana, joins Joe Kendrick, Executive Director of Christian Mission for the YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City, for a Cup of Joe for Two. Tim shares his story of joining the Fort Wayne YMCA association eight years ago, how he built trust and […]
Monday Morning Joe: Your Life Now
Parker Palmer writes, “Is the life I am living the same as the life that wants to live in me?” In today’s episode, Joe shares his story of merging the life he lives with the life that lives in him. It’s a journey from doing what he thought he ought to do to doing what […]
Oklahoma’s 73rd Youth & Government State Conference Set To Take Place
Oklahoma’s 73rd Youth & Government State Conference will take place on Feb. 15-17, 2024, at the Oklahoma State Capitol. This three-day conference is the culmination of the Youth & Government (YAG) experience. Held in February each year, this conference brings students from across the state together to debate ideas and find their voice, all of […]
Monday Morning Joe: Conflict
In this morning’s episode of Monday Morning Joe, Joe talks about everyone’s least favorite subject: conflict. Here are few quick takeaways from today’s episode: Conflict is natural. Conflict can be constructive. In any situation we have part, but only part, of the truth. Conflict may be holy ground. Know yourself by knowing your personality, your […]
Monday Morning Joe: Vision for your Life
Let’s talk about why it is important to have a vision for your life. Vision is committing to achieving what could be, and not settling for what is or was. When I talk about vision, I am not talking about what do you want to be when you grow up, which is usually translated, what […]
