Catholic Committee on Scouting Diocese of Orange

Catholic Committee on Scouting Diocese of Orange
Catholic Religious Emblem Overview 2/13/14

Catholic Committee on Scouting
Authority The Orange County Catholic Committee on Scouting (CCS) derives its authority from the local ordinary (Bishop, Archbishop, Cardinal) and the Diocese of Orange. It is a Diocesan committee, not a local BSA council committee.

Mission The Orange County Catholic Committee on Scouting (CCS) exists to utilize and ensure the constructive use of the program of the BSA as a viable form of youth ministry with Catholic Youth in the diocese using the NCCS programs and local resources. NCCS programs include the Religious Emblems and Activity patches we will cover in this presentation. 3

National Catholic Committee on Scouting (NCCS) “The NCCS is a church committee of concerned Catholic laity and clergy which is advisory to the Boy Scouts of America and relates to the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) through its NCCS Episcopal Liaison”. -Bylaws of the NCCS This committee meets every two years and standing committees develop programs and activities. Alternate years they have biannual meetings that are trainings for local committees. Find out what’s new and what the national committee is working on. Workshops cover such things as membership planning, organizing new units, unit awards. 4

Committee Purpose Give guidance, vitality and leadership in the spiritual phase of Scouting to all Catholic Scouts and Scouters of the diocese. Endeavors to make the entire Scouting program available to increasing numbers of youths in parish units and in units operated by Catholic organizations. 5

Committee Purpose (con’t) The agenda of the CCS supplements the program of the BSA, with special instructions and activities, in the spiritual phase of Scouting as it relates to Catholics. Trainings such as Chaplain Aide training, promoting all religious emblems, and awards ceremony every year on the last Sat. of January. Covers all faiths. 6

All Programs Follow BSA and Diocesan Youth Protection Policies Diocesan requirements Safe Environment Training Fingerprinting BSA – Youth Protection Training Classes and online 7

Catholic Religious Emblems
Cub Scout Programs Work with parents to complete Activity Book Pastoral review and signature of book to complete program Boy Scout/Venturing Programs Meet in groups of youth with a facilitator or moderator to complete Activity Book AAD is male only, PPXII male and female Board of Review needed to complete program Books available in Scout Shop 8

All Programs Completion Application sent to Diocesan Catholic Committee by Oct. 15, 2014 Include check for $30 made out to “CCS” Knot and emblem ordered by CCS Religious Emblems Chair Presentation of knot and emblem Pack or Troop meeting Scout Sunday Catholic Religious Awards Ceremony 9

Youth religious knot is worn centered above the left pocket on the Scout uniform with the applicable device. Venturing The emblem is a metal that the BSA has authorized it to be worn over the left pocket of the scout uniform for ceremonial occasions. NOTE: Youth religious knot can also be worn on adult uniform similar to Arrow of Light and Eagle Scout knots (If the adult earned it as a youth).

Light of Christ PURPOSE
To help Cub develop a personal relationship with Jesus With the parents’ active assistance and participation, the Cub will come to see Jesus as a real person and friend

Light of Christ OBJECTIVES
To support the role of parents as the primary catechists of their children English and Spanish language To foster early family religious involvement To provide a stepping stone to the other Religious Emblems 12

Light of Christ PROGRAM EMPHASIS Responsibility to God & Family
Baptism Responsibility to God & Family God loves him Family loves him Forgiveness is available Artistic activities Christ said, “I am the Light of the world: he who follows me will not walk in darkness.” (John 8:12) The Catholic faith finds expression through the sacraments. These sacraments were instituted by Christ as an expression of His love for His people. In Baptism, you were instructed to keep the flame of faith alive and burning brightly in your hear, you are to follow Christ as a child of the light. Since your your child has already received the sacrament of Baptism, the Light of Christ program starts with Baptism. This activity book is not designed to be and cannot be used as a sacramental preparation program. It’s purpose is to enhance, not to replace your local parish’s sacramental program (First Communion and Reconciliation.) Artistic activities are age appropriate. Set at learning level of Cub. 13

Light of Christ ELIGIBILITY Must complete BEFORE start the 3rd grade.
Registered 6 and 7 year old Cub Scout of the Catholic faith. (Tiger/Wolf) Must complete BEFORE start the 3rd grade. REQUIREMENTS Activity Book Parent or guardian to work with Scout Keep Unit Religious Emblems Coordinator informed of progress Pastor reviews book with Cub and signs application form ･Not with den/pack Although the book could be completed in four to six hours, the goal of earning a religious emblem is to help the Cub develop a personal relationship with Jesus, so it is suggested that steps be spread over several weeks. This will help the Cub understand that this is a long-term commitment, not a one-time project. Scout's Role･Actively work on the activities with his parents or guardians.･. Parent's Role･Actively work on the activities with their son. He may need your help with Bible readings and getting information.･Keep the Religious Emblems Coordinator informed of the Cub's progress. Keep the Religious Emblems Coordinator informed of his progress-they are a resource and support for parents 14

Parvuli Dei PURPOSE Family and Parish Oriented Program
(“Children of God”) PURPOSE Family and Parish Oriented Program Activities help boys discover the presence of God in their daily lives Develop positive self-image through group or community contributions The purpose of the Parvuli Dei (Children of God) emblem is to help young boys explore a wide range of activities in order to discover the presence of God in their daily lives as members of their families and parishes, and also to develop a good, positive self-image through the contributions they can make to the group or community.

Parvuli Dei Develop awareness of: OBJECTIVES God’s Love
(“Children of God”) OBJECTIVES Develop awareness of: God’s Love his identity as an important member of family, community and Body of Christ the responsibilities of God’s Love the responsibilities of service to others which grows out of God’s love for us To help your child to grow in love and forgiveness Objectives ･To help the Scout of his age develop an awareness of God's love for each one of His special, unique created beings . ･To help the Scout become aware and understand his identity as an important member of his family, his community, and as a member of the Family of God--he is not like anyone else and has a special part in God’s plan. ･To aid the Scout in his awareness of the responsibilities that grow out of God's love for us. He has been blessed with talents and gifts and he should show God his love and appreciations by sharing these gifts with others. Through activities he will recognize what others contribute to the parish and the Church and develop his unique, personal contributions. By sharing his talents and prayers he can learn to communicate and care for others as well as grow in love and forgiveness. 16

Parvuli Dei Personal relationship with Jesus Service to others
(“Children of God”) PROGRAM EMPHASIS Personal relationship with Jesus Service to others Communal prayer Understanding Reconciliation Emphasis on giving and sharing 17

Parvuli Dei ELIGIBILITY
(“Children of God”) ELIGIBILITY Registered 8 to 10 year old (Bear or Webelos) of Catholic faith Must not have started the 6th grade (can not finish after crossover) REQUIREMENTS Activity Book Parent or guardian to work with Scout Make a banner Keep unit coordinator updated on progress Pastor reviews and signs application form Although the book could be completed in four to six hours, the goal of earning a religious emblem is to help the Cub develop a personal relationship with Jesus, so it is suggested that steps be spread over several weeks. This will help the Cub understand that this is a long-term commitment, not a one-time project. Not a den or pack project. Religious Emblems coordinator a resource and support for parent 18

Ad Altare Dei PURPOSE OBJECTIVES Sacraments are Living
(“To the Altar of God”) PURPOSE Faith growth through the Sacraments and to help the young man grow spiritually closer to God and the Church OBJECTIVES Better understanding of the Sacraments Sacraments are Living Companion with Christ The purpose of the Ad Altare Dei (to the altar of God) program is to help Catholic Boy Scouts of the Roman Rite develop a fully Christian way of life in the faith community. The program is organized in chapters based on the seven Sacraments. The seven Sacraments are a primary means toward spiritual growth. The most important aspect of the program is that the Scout grows in his spiritual experience of his relationship to God and the church. 19

Ad Altare Dei PROGRAM EMPHASIS ELIGIBILITY Explore social issues
(“To the Altar of God”) PROGRAM EMPHASIS Relate Gospel to life Explore social issues Opportunity for plan/problem solve Explore and discover themselves ELIGIBILITY Designed for 13 and 14 year olds Registered Boy Scout or Venturer, girls now included Completed 6th grade and active in troop for 6 months ･Identify a counselor. Ask your Scoutmaster, pastor, parish administrator, director of religious education, any member of the troop committee, or Diocesan Catholic Committee on Scouting if there is a emblem counselor in your parish or area . ･After you have selected your counselor, you must complete the application to begin working on the Emblem program. The application is in the Ad Altare Dei Emblem book. The approval application must be signed by the applicant, parent, counselor, Troop leader, and pastor ･Emblem Books may be obtained most economically and quickly from your local BSA Council Service Center Scout Shops. Alternatively, they can be obtained directly from BSA Supply at " or through most Diocesan Catholic Committee on Scouting. 20

Ad Altare Dei Trained counselor Activity book and Catholic Bible
(“To the Altar of God”) REQUIREMENTS Trained counselor Activity book and Catholic Bible Complete application in AAD book and get needed signatures to start Regular participation in Sunday worship Several service projects ･Each Scout must have his own Activity Book. The book is designed for the youth to work on with the guidance of a counselor .･The program is designed to be completed in 6-8 months .･The use of a Catholic Bible is required for this program. You will need to have one to use .･Regular participation in Sunday worship.. Worship used because not every area has a priest for Mass. .･Diocesan and BSA Youth Protection policies must be followed .･Complete the requirements in the Ad Altare Dei Scout Manual .･Successfully complete an Ad Altare Dei Board of Review -- peers .･A trained religious emblems coordinator/counselor/moderator is required to work on religious emblems. Contact your Diocesan Catholic Committee on Scouting to become trained and for ceremony schedules. you must complete the application to begin working on the Emblem program. The application is in the Ad Altare Dei Emblem book. The approval application must be signed by the applicant, parent, counselor, Troop leader, and pastor

Ad Altare Dei REQUIREMENTS (con’t) Attend diocesan retreat
(“To the Altar of God”) REQUIREMENTS (con’t) Attend diocesan retreat Complete AAD Scout Manual Complete AAD Board of Review 22

Pope Pius XII PURPOSE Catholic Scouting's church-related ministries and vocation program Help youth more fully develop a Christian way of life within a faith community To help young people discover their vocation and discuss current issues facing the church and society ･Pope Pius XII is Catholic Scouting's church-related ministries and vocation program .･The program deals with different life choices (single, married, religious, ordained), occupations and ministries in the church as calls from God .･It includes youth led discussions on current issues facing the church and society, which are normally included as part of a Pius XII retreat or day of recollection. 23

Pope Pius XII OBJECTIVES
Explore baptismal call to bring out an awareness of current and future calls from God in; inner self, secular community, church community Explore potential church-related vocations, occupations and ministries Explore a controversial issue in society/church and it’s impact on selected vocation, occupation & ministry .･The program deals with different life choices (single, married, religious, ordained), occupations and ministries in the church as calls from God .･It includes youth led discussions on current issues facing the church and society, which are normally included as part of a Pius XII retreat or day of recollection. 24

Pope Pius XII PROGRAM EMPHASIS Call from God Call from community
Call from church ELIGIBILITY Registered Catholic Boy Scouts and/or Venture Crew Members (Male & Female) All registered Venturers over 15 years and before age 21 All Boy Scouts in high school and before age 18. 25

Pope Pius XII REQUIREMENTS Activity book
Facilitator/Moderator, meetings run by candidates themselves Activity book Complete application in PPXII book and get needed signatures to start Ideal group youth Interviews and an investigation of a controversial issue facing society ･Each Venture Crew Member and Scout must have their own Activity Book. The program should be run by the candidates themselves, the adult serves as a Moderator･Ideal group size is 4-12, but the course may be run with smaller groups .･A number of interviews and an investigation of a controversial issue facing the church or society are integral to the program .･A retreat experience, ideally centered on the Pius XII program itself and a ministries service project are required .･The program is designed to be completed in 9-12 sessions. As the youth are older, two hour sessions seem to work well, and flexibility is often required in scheduling sessions and interview feed backﾕs .･Successfully complete a Pope Pius XII Board of Review .･Diocesan and BSA Youth Protection policies must be followed .･A trained religious emblems coordinator/counselor/moderator is required to work on religious emblems. Contact your Diocesan Catholic Committee on Scouting to become trained and for ceremony schedules.

Pope Pius XII REQUIREMENTS (con’t)
Complete all activities, journal entries and reports. Attend retreat at end of program and ministries service project Share experiences at PPXII Board of Review Keep religious emblems coordinator informed Complete Board of Review ･Attend the sessions and as a Venture Crew Member/Scout, the candidate is expected to actively share in group discussions and complete all interviews and activities.meetings .･Actively work on the activities. All journal entries, reports, and written work should be legible and neat .･Be prepared to share experiences at the Board of Review .･Keep the Religious Emblems Coordinator informed of his progress. 27

Religious Emblems Counselors
Counselor/Facilitator Certification Register with BSA - Do BSA YPT Do Diocese fingerprinting and Safe Environment Training Complete counselor’s application form Pastor approval Religious Emblems Counselor Training Course A counselor/facilitator must contact the religious emblems chair before they start a group and submit a roster of participants   28

Pack Religious Emblems Coordinator Conduct information meeting for parents Keep track of scouts earning emblems and coordinate with CCS Religious Emblems Chair Assist parents review of activity books Liaison between parents and pastor Provide guidance and assistance to non-Catholic youth   29

AAD Counselors Responsibilities Assign activities on AAD Scout Manual Lead the sessions Encourage participation Supply material Keep unit religious Emblems Coordinator informed of progress PPXII Facilitator Responsibilities Facilitate - don’t lead Promote Church related vocations   30

Scouter Development: Lay Apostolate Formation for Scouting Program An adult retreat put on by CCS Prepares Scouters to use Scouting as a form of youth ministry A series of guided reflections using Scripture to ascertain how God is calling each to respond Four component parts: Call to leadership Call to holiness Call to conversion Call to worship Scouter Development: Lay Apostolate Formation for Scouters The National Catholic Committee on Scoutingｮ (NCCS) offers a special training course at Philmont Scout Ranch to diocesan committees who want to prepare Scouters to use Scouting as a form of youth ministry.  In recent years there has been a growing awareness that the work done in the Scouting program is true ministry. As adults we are witnessing not only to our own faith commitment, but we are also trying to help the Scout make a personal faith commitment.    The Scouter Development: Lay Apostolate Formation for Scouting program is designed to help Scouters come to a better understanding of the role of religious faith in their lives. Through a series of guided reflections, both the individual and the group examine Scripture passages to ascertain how God is calling each to respond.  What is of importance, however, is that the Scouter be reflective and be willing to share those reflections with others.  The program has four component parts or dimensions. These are: the call to leadership, the call to holiness, the call to conversion, and the call to worship.    31

Scouting in the Catholic Church Training conference at Philmont Training Center, Cimarron, New Mexico Brings religious and laity together with varying experience in Scouting and the Catholic faith. Helps participants understand how Scouting is a Youth Ministry Trains leaders to present Scouter Development retreat at the their diocese Can earn the Jerusalem Cross Award for bringing what they learned back to the diocese The conference brings together religious and lay participants with varying experience in Scouting and the Catholic faith. The goal of the conference is to help the participants understand how Scouting is a Youth Ministry and how to use the information in their dioceses when talking with Scouters, priests, and youth ministers. In addition to the knowledge gained and the experiences shared during the week, you will go home certified to facilitate the Scouter Development: Lay Apostolate for Scouters program and have the opportunity to earn the Jerusalem Cross Award for bringing what you learned back to your diocese. 32

The Journey As you can see, the scout should be advancing in rank as he earns his religious emblems. 33

Activity Patch Programs
Duty to God Rosary Patch Program (a set) Footprints of American Saints (a set) International Awareness Recognition If you have completed the Religious Emblem for a particular age level, then look at integrating one or more of the Religious Activities into your scout program.

Duty to God Recognition Patch
No specific requirements to earn. Used to recognize those for their contribution and support to Catholic Scouting Patch can be worn on uniform Certificate is available for recognition of non-Scouters A goal of the National Catholic Committee on Scouting ｮ is to use the program of the Boy Scouts of America to instill in our Catholic adults and youth the tenets of their Catholic Faith. Towards this end, a patch is made available to those who assist in accomplishing this goal – titled "Duty to God". Some of the possible uses are as follows:･Youth Ministers - DRE's･Adult Leaders - Pack, Troop, Venture Crews･Religious Emblems Counselors･Pack, Troop, Venture Crews working on/Completing Religious Emblem(s)･Clergy - Priests, Religious, Bishops supporting Scouting･Youth/Adult Members of National Catholic Quality Unit Award - Pope Paul VI･Youth/Adult completing a service project or attending a retreat･Youth/Adult member of a Gold Medallion Unit winner or finalist･Youth/Adult participating in the St. George Trek･ Person(s) contacted to start a new unit･Person(s) completing another phase of training･Unit(s) presenting their own clergy, youth ministers, etc., involved in "Scouting as Youth Ministry"･Members of local (Arch)Diocesan Catholic Committees on Scouting･Attendees at Philmont Training Center (Scouting in the Catholic Church)･Attendees at an NCCS Biennial Conference･Actively serving on an NCCS Committee･Participating in program encouraging new units sponsored by Knights of Columbus･Members of non-Catholic sponsored units encouraging its Catholics to earn Catholic Religious Emblems Awards

Rosary Patch Series: Pray the Rosary
This activity encourages the praying of the Rosary. The series focuses on the Mysteries of the Holy Rosary and how to pray the Rosary. The Rosary Series focuses on the Mysteries of the Holy Rosary and How to Pray the Rosary. This is an opportunity for youth and adults to learn more about their faith. All youths and adults can work on this activity and earn the patch. This activity can be worked on individually or as a group. It is not necessary to send the completed form. Adults can verify the correct answers.

Rosary Patch Series Purpose Learn the Mysteries Pray the Rosary
Recipients All Scouts and Scouters. This activity can be worked on individually or as a group. Requirements Vary by age and are available on line at NCCS and submitted to NCCS. Joyful Luminous Sorrowful Glorious

Footsteps of American Saints
Purpose: The goal is to share the lives of several Saints . Most lived and worked in North America . Some others never set foot in America, however they had a huge impact on the Catholic American landscape. All 13 of them sought to follow Jesus.

Footsteps of American Saints
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International Awareness Recognition
Source International Catholic Conference of Scouting The Pope appoints priests to work with the ICCS as chaplains or ecclesiastical associates. An activity of the NCCS International Committee Source: International Catholic Conference of Scouting, a world-wide organization. The Pope appoints priests to work with the ICCS as chaplains or ecclesiastical associates. This program is an activity of the NCCS International Committee

International Awareness Recognition
Purpose Contributes to the education of Scouts from the point of view of the Catholic faith Develops and enhances the spiritual dimension of Scouting in the World Scouting Movement. Recipients All Scouts and Scouters. Requirements vary by age and are available on line at NCCS and are submitted to NCCS. Purpose: This program contributes to the complete education of Scouts from the point of view of the Catholic faith and develops and enhances the spiritual dimension of Scouting in the World Scouting Movement. Recipients: All Scouts and Scouters. Requirements: Requirements vary by age and are available on line at NCCS and are submitted to NCCS. Good to work on between Pavu lei Dei and AAD 41

Our Lady of Guadalupe Award
Named for the patron saint of the Diocese. Must have earned the Parvuli Dei, Ad Altare Dei, Pope Pius XII and be an Eagle Scout prior to his 18th birthday. Outstanding example in his scouting, school activities and service to others. Assisted other youth in earning their religious emblems Is an active member in troop or crew & CCS Only one recipient per year The Our Lady of Guadalupe Award is named for the patron saint of the Diocese. To be eligible of this award, the candidate must have earned the Parvuli Dei, Ad Altare Dei, Pope Pius 12th, and be an Eagle Scout prior to his 18th birthday. The youth must have given outstanding example in his scouting, and school activities, and service to others. He is to have assisted other youth in earning their religious emblems and be an active member of the Catholic Committee on Scouting. Only one recipient is allowed per year. 42

The National Catholic Committee on Scouting is pleased to announce its high adventure leadership program for older Catholic Boy Scouts and Venture Crew members at Philmont Scout Ranch. Designed to develop organizational and relational skills for leadership as well as nourishing the scout's spirituality, the program will bring Catholic high school youth from around the country together with selected priests, religious and seminarians for eleven days of backpacking on the trail including three days of intensive leadership training at a back country base camp. Summer 2011 first time youth from Orange County have gone. (2 boys and 2 girls) 43

National Catholic Quality Unit Award – Pope Paul VI
ELIGIBILITY Catholic Chartered Units PURPOSE To promote Catholic membership Recognize the Charter Organization Motivate and improve the effectiveness of individual units and adult leadership Provide each youth with a top-quality program which encompasses the religious, vocational, and educational aspects of Scouting under Catholic auspices Requirement areas cover adult training and leadership, service by unit, religious emblems, religious activities, vocation awareness, relationships and membership.

OBJECTIVES Training/Leadership Service Spiritual growth Religious activities Vocation awareness Relationships Membership 45

VALUE TO UNIT Annual planning around objectives Leadership training Program opportunities Religious Activities (Retreat, recollection, etc.) Service projects Religious emblems Vocation awareness Recognition Charter partner relationship Presented at annual ceremony 46

Adult Recognition Don't forget to recognize the adults for their outstanding contributions to the development of your Catholic Youth Ministry. There are several recognitions available and by nomination only. Selected by CCS review. Does not have to be Catholic. Awarded to laity and clergy, Scouters and non-scouters alike, who have made significant and outstanding contributions to the spirtual development of Catholic youths through Scouting. Nomination forms must be submitted to Emblem Chair by October 15. In addition, there are a couple of funds available that directly assist the clergy and international scouting. The Adult Leaders are entitled to wear the BSA Adult Religious Knot if they receive the St. George recognition. Monsignor Sammon: Those who have gone over above for local diocese. 47

Adult Recognition Victor Rodgers Young Adult Award
Rodgers was a CCS member for many years. Was an example of for helping boys with their faith Recognizes adult scouters between for continued “Duty to God” Girls are also eligible if she is a recipient of the PPXII Victor Rodgers was CCS member for many years. He was an example of what a youth would follow- helping boys with their faith.The Victor Rodgers Young Adult Award was then developed back in 1993 honoring Victor Rodgers. This is to recognize those adult scouters between the ages 18 to 24+ for their continued "Duty to God" effort in the unit. Girls may also be eligible for the award, if she is a recipient of the Pope Pius XII award.Past recipients include: Jason Maresh, Christine Cote' and Christopher Pagel and Joe VenegasIII Presented with plaque at St. George Brunch or Religious Emblems Ceremony in January.

Presented at St. George Brunch in December.

Msgr. Was the committee chaplain for many years.
Presented at St. George Brunch in December.

Our own Fr. Mike Hanifin just received 2011

Jerusalem Cross - used to recognize Scouting in the Catholic Church participants who return to their dioceses and complete a mission project benefiting Catholic youth of their community. Presented at NCCS annual conference.

Presented at NCCS conference.

Supplemental Information
Religious emblems coordinators, counselors and moderators should be trained through local Catholic Committee on Scouting Contact Jan Hill, Religious Emblems Chair, for the trained adults in your area Emblem workbooks from Scout Shops or online at Emblems are purchased through the local Catholic Committee on Scouting. Lost or damaged awards can be replaced by contacting the Religious Emblems chairman or the Diocesan chaplain.

Diocese of Orange Catholic Committee on Scouting
Dates to Remember Oct. 15, Deadline to submit completed Activity Books Oct. 1, Deadline to submit adult award nominations Dec. 6, – Cub Advent Day Jan 24, 2015 – Religious Awards Ceremony

Diocese of Orange Catholic Committee on Scouting
The CCS needs Catholic volunteers to help in a variety of capacities: Trained religious emblem counselors, coordinators & moderators District coordinators Organizing religious activities such as retreats, days of reflection, etc. Communications Special events coordinators Trainers for emblem programs Scout Sunday coordinators Fundraisers And so much more... God calls softly…

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