YOUTH MISSIONARY SOCIETY

Youth Missionary Society (Age 13 – 21)

Motto:  “Ambassadors for Christ”
Colors:   Navy Blue (truth, loyalty) and Gold (heaven and honor)
Watchword:  “Christ for Every Youth, Every Youth for Christ”
Theme Song: “Give of Your Best to the Master”
Theme Hymn:  “Take My Life and Let It Be”

Mission:  The Youth Missionary Society, formerly called the Young Women’s
Missionary Society was organized in 1909 in Salisbury, NC by its founder and first
General Secretary, Miss Victoria Richardson.  It was adopted in May 1912 in Charlotte,
NC.  We honor and recognize Miss Victoria Richardson Day on the second Sunday of
each January which is closest to her birthday on January 12.  The Y’s Society was
organized to give the opportunity and privilege for young ladies to serve others.  Young
men are now allowed to become honorary members; however, they have no voting
privileges and may not hold an office position.