The Jaycee Creed
We Believe:
That faith in God gives meaning and purpose to human life,
That the brotherhood of man transcends the Sovereignty of Nations,
That economic justice can best be won by free men through free enterprise,
That government should be of laws rather than of men,
That Earth’s great treasure lies in human personality,
And that service to humanity is the best work of life.
- C. William "Bill" Brownfield
About The Creed
This discussion of the Jaycee Creed below appeared in a "Special Edition" of Future Magazine distributed in the early 1980's.
Throughout the world, Jaycees close their membership meetings with the same 65 words that embodies all the principles for which this organization stands. The Creed was applicable in 1947 and it is applicable today.
Had it been written in 1920, when the organization was founded, the same would have been true. The precepts of the Creed are dateless. They do not rely on fashion for their acceptability. Faith in God will never go out of style, nor will brotherhood, the worth of humanity or service to others. And, neither will a government of laws and a system of free enterprise that has built America.
Very simply, then, those 65 words of the Jaycee Creed are the golden rule. They are the foundation upon which rests the history and the future of Jaycees. These 65 words are a guide after which Jaycees may pattern their everyday lives. The Creed is a way of life.
We Believe:
That Faith In God Gives Meaning And Purpose To Human Life ...
Without faith in a greater power, our lives are meaningless. And it is faith in God's love and His eternal promise that gives purpose to our lives.
That The Brotherhood Of Man Transcends The Sovereignty Of Nations ...
God made man in His own image to work together and share the earth. Jaycees gives us an opportunity to practice the art of living together in the spirit of brotherhood and in the true interest of humanity.
That Economic Justice Can Best Be Won By Free Men Through Free Enterprise...
For years, men have debated the question of how to best secure freedom for their fellowmen: government regimentation or cooperation of free enterprise and free government? Jaycees believe the best way to nurture and support the rights of all citizens is within the framework of checks and balances known as the free enterprise system.
That Government Should Be Of Laws Rather Than Of Men ...
Government must rest on a foundation of constitutional Jaw, accepted and ratified by a majority of the people. If government does not rest on such a foundation, tyranny will flourish and people will be manipulated by those in power.
That Earth's Great Treasure Lies In Human Personality ...
None of the great and wonderful inventions and discoveries since the world began can compare with something each of us has - the uniqueness of human spirit. That spirit, that personality is the most basic and important element of humanity. And it is that which sets us aside from all other life - yet gives us a special relationship with one another. Jaycees work hard at developing that uniqueness - and that relationship.
And That Service To Humanity Is The Best Work Of Life.
Why do Jaycees give so much of their time and energy to their activities? Because they believe that giving of themselves to serve others is really doing what their God asks of them: to make their lives of lasting value, something enduring and immortal. We live through our deeds.
The Jaycee Creed: a guide for living - a pathway on the road of life. But, it may be more. It may also be the answer to racial and religious prejudice, ethnic animosities, antagonism between those of different economic status and many other forms of bigotry. In fact, it may be more than that - the Jaycee Creed, if lived by enough people, may be the hope of our world.
-- The United States Jaycees Foundation
For more reading, please see The Story Behind the Jaycee Creed.
That faith in God gives meaning and purpose to human life,
That the brotherhood of man transcends the Sovereignty of Nations,
That economic justice can best be won by free men through free enterprise,
That government should be of laws rather than of men,
That Earth’s great treasure lies in human personality,
And that service to humanity is the best work of life.
- C. William "Bill" Brownfield
About The Creed
This discussion of the Jaycee Creed below appeared in a "Special Edition" of Future Magazine distributed in the early 1980's.
Throughout the world, Jaycees close their membership meetings with the same 65 words that embodies all the principles for which this organization stands. The Creed was applicable in 1947 and it is applicable today.
Had it been written in 1920, when the organization was founded, the same would have been true. The precepts of the Creed are dateless. They do not rely on fashion for their acceptability. Faith in God will never go out of style, nor will brotherhood, the worth of humanity or service to others. And, neither will a government of laws and a system of free enterprise that has built America.
Very simply, then, those 65 words of the Jaycee Creed are the golden rule. They are the foundation upon which rests the history and the future of Jaycees. These 65 words are a guide after which Jaycees may pattern their everyday lives. The Creed is a way of life.
We Believe:
That Faith In God Gives Meaning And Purpose To Human Life ...
Without faith in a greater power, our lives are meaningless. And it is faith in God's love and His eternal promise that gives purpose to our lives.
That The Brotherhood Of Man Transcends The Sovereignty Of Nations ...
God made man in His own image to work together and share the earth. Jaycees gives us an opportunity to practice the art of living together in the spirit of brotherhood and in the true interest of humanity.
That Economic Justice Can Best Be Won By Free Men Through Free Enterprise...
For years, men have debated the question of how to best secure freedom for their fellowmen: government regimentation or cooperation of free enterprise and free government? Jaycees believe the best way to nurture and support the rights of all citizens is within the framework of checks and balances known as the free enterprise system.
That Government Should Be Of Laws Rather Than Of Men ...
Government must rest on a foundation of constitutional Jaw, accepted and ratified by a majority of the people. If government does not rest on such a foundation, tyranny will flourish and people will be manipulated by those in power.
That Earth's Great Treasure Lies In Human Personality ...
None of the great and wonderful inventions and discoveries since the world began can compare with something each of us has - the uniqueness of human spirit. That spirit, that personality is the most basic and important element of humanity. And it is that which sets us aside from all other life - yet gives us a special relationship with one another. Jaycees work hard at developing that uniqueness - and that relationship.
And That Service To Humanity Is The Best Work Of Life.
Why do Jaycees give so much of their time and energy to their activities? Because they believe that giving of themselves to serve others is really doing what their God asks of them: to make their lives of lasting value, something enduring and immortal. We live through our deeds.
The Jaycee Creed: a guide for living - a pathway on the road of life. But, it may be more. It may also be the answer to racial and religious prejudice, ethnic animosities, antagonism between those of different economic status and many other forms of bigotry. In fact, it may be more than that - the Jaycee Creed, if lived by enough people, may be the hope of our world.
-- The United States Jaycees Foundation
For more reading, please see The Story Behind the Jaycee Creed.
