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On 6th June 1844, George Williams, together with ten Christian young men, established the YMCA. “Our object is the improvement of the spiritual condition of the young men engaged in houses of business, by the formation of Bible classes, family and social prayer meetings, mutual improvement societies, or any other spiritual agency.”
The oldest and largest youth charity in the world, its aim is to support young people to belong, contribute and thrive in their communities. [2] Williams was knighted by Queen Victoria in her 1894 Birthday Honours. He died in 1905 and is buried in St Paul's Cathedral .
May 31, 2022 · In the mid-1800s, George Williams lived in a time when the world was hurting and had all kinds of questions. He found there was something about this mission of showing God loved people in a tangible way that can bring hope to the world.
Oct 11, 2021 · On 11 October 2021, we mark the 200th anniversary of the birth of our founder, George Williams, in Somerset, England. In June 1844, together with 11 other young men, George Williams established the YMCA.
Sep 10, 2010 · The evolutionary biologist George Williams died on Wednesday at the age of 84. He was one of the most important evolutionary biologists of the twentieth century, although he’s not a familiar ...
Academics. George Williams (priest) (1814–1878), English academic and antiquary. George C. F. Williams (1857–1933), American medical doctor, genealogist and historian. George G. Williams (1902–2000), professor of English and creative writing at Rice University.
2 days ago · Because once Prince George turns 12 in 2025, a longstanding royal rule will prevent father and son from traveling together. So book that wilderness retreat now, Prince William. Once Prince George ...
