John Raleigh Mott Quotes

A collection of quotes by John Raleigh Mott.

John Raleigh Mott (1865-1955) was an American evangelist and an influential leader in the global ecumenical movement. He was born in Livingston Manor, New York, and grew up in a devout Christian family. Mott's spiritual journey began during his college years when he became actively involved in the YMCA (Young Men's Christian Association) at Cornell University.

His deep commitment to social and religious causes led him to serve as the General Secretary of the International Committee of the Student Christian Movement (now known as the World Student Christian Federation) from 1888 to 1915. During this time, Mott played a pivotal role in mobilizing young Christians for missionary work and fostering interdenominational cooperation.

Mott's most significant contribution came through his leadership in the World's Student Christian Federation and his role in organizing the first World Missionary Conference held in Edinburgh in 1910. This conference marked a turning point in promoting cooperation among various Christian denominations and greatly influenced the modern ecumenical movement.

As an ardent advocate for global missions, Mott traveled extensively, speaking and organizing conferences around the world. He was also deeply involved in humanitarian efforts, serving as an advisor to the League of Nations on minority rights after World War I. In recognition of his lifelong dedication to promoting Christian unity and international understanding, he received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1946.

John R. Mott's leadership and vision continue to inspire Christians worldwide to work together for the betterment of humanity and the advancement of the Christian faith.

Such highly qualitative leadership is demanded especially in

Such highly qualitative leadership is demanded especially in the realm of the fostering of right international relations. Here the demand is simply irresistible.

John Raleigh Mott

Leadership

As the President has indicated, my life has been a life of t

As the President has indicated, my life has been a life of travel - for 60 years constantly moving over the wide world on journeys which first and last have taken me to 83 countries, and, what is more significant, to most of them again and again.

John Raleigh Mott

Travel

There is an irresistible demand to strengthen the leadership

There is an irresistible demand to strengthen the leadership of the constructive forces of the world at the present momentous time. This is true because of stupendous, almost unbelievable changes which have taken place in recent years on every continent.

John Raleigh Mott

Leadership