Publisher's Synopsis
""World Wide Endeavor"" is a comprehensive historical account of the Young People's Society of Christian Endeavor (YPCE) from its inception to its expansion across the globe. Written by Francis E. Clark, the founder of the YPCE, the book traces the organization's growth from a small group of young people in Portland, Maine, to a worldwide movement with millions of members in over 40 countries.The book details the YPCE's philosophy, structure, and activities, including its focus on personal and spiritual growth, as well as its commitment to social justice and community service. It also explores the challenges the organization faced, including opposition from traditional churches and the impact of World War I.Throughout the book, Clark shares personal anecdotes and insights from his own experiences leading the YPCE. He also includes stories of young people from around the world who were inspired by the organization and went on to make a positive impact in their communities and beyond.""World Wide Endeavor"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christian youth movements or the role of young people in social and religious reform.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.