Scouting in Catholic Church

Conference Overview

• Four daily components explored in program:

– 1) Faith Formation– 2) Catechism of the Catholic Church– 3) National Catholic Committee on Scouting –

Its Mission and Programs

– 4) Youth Ministry – Renewing the Vision

1. Faith Formation

• Four aspects covered under this topic: Leadership, Holiness, Conversion and Worship

• Format: bible readings, reflection (based on probing questions, and small group discussion)

2. Catechism of Catholic Church

• Conference priest/advisor facilitates discussion of Church catechism

• Major topics:– 1) Creed/Church– 2) Revelation/Scripture– 3) Morality/Ethics– 4) Liturgy/Sacraments

3. NCCS Mission and Programs

• Presentations and discussions on how NCCS supports Catholic scouting programs

• Examples: religious emblem programs, religious activities, retreats, St. George Trek, adult and unit recognition, Priesthood Sunday, Scout Sunday

4. Youth Ministry

• Discussion, readings, reflection from “Renewing the Vision” booklet teaches faith formation from a Youth Minister’s point of view.

• Major topics: advocacy/leadership development, evangelization, justice and service, pastoral care, community life, prayer and worship.

Additional Activities/Opportunities

• Daily Mass at outdoor Catholic chapel (with crews starting and ending their mountain treks)

• Scouting in Catholic Church program is offered as part of Philmont’s “Relationships Week” (inter-faith dialog with our religious traditions)

• Wednesday is “free” day to explore scenery at Philmont and Cimarron, NM with family

Reasons to Attend

• Learn how scouting can be a Catholic Youth Ministry program and how to promote Catholic scouting in local Dioceses and Councils).

• Build a network of fellow scouters engaged in Catholic Scouting (religious and lay participants with varying experiences in scouting and the Catholic faith).

• Explore scenic Philmont Training Center in Cimarron, New Mexico.

• Enjoy a memorable family experience (participants are encouraged to bring family members; excellent programs for every age).

Adults Participating in Conference

Course is designed for: • Clergy and Religious • Youth Ministers • Regional Chaplains • Diocesan and Council

Chaplains and Chairmen • Religious Emblems Counselors • Members of Diocesan Catholic Committees • BSA Staff Advisers • Anyone interested in Catholic scouting

Conference Attendees Typically Include:

• Laity, clergy, religious, youth ministers, Scout executives, members of the Council/District, vocation directors, youth ministry directors, CYO directors, pastors, scoutmasters, charter organization reps, regional and diocesan committee chairs, chaplains, and Catholic committee members

Fees for Participating

Participant category Fees (2013)• Conference $495• Spouse $350• Ages 14-20 $295• Ages 6-13 $195• Age 5 and under $95

• Fee covers all meals and lodging (beginning with supper on Sunday and ending with breakfast Saturday), training materials, and family programs.

• Optional programs may be extra (bus tours, handicraft supplies, and Cimarron, NM museum visits).

Jerusalem Cross

• Upon completing conference, attendees may earn the Jerusalem Cross (somewhat akin to “Catholic Wood Badge”), if they:

• Develop and deliver a mission project serving community in one of these four areas: 1) Leadership Development, Advocacy2) Catechesis, Evangelization3) Pastoral Care, Justice & Service4) Prayer and Worship, Community Life

• Upon project completion, submit three letters of testimony: – Self-evaluation of mission project. – Letter from an ecclesiastical representative. – Letter from someone who benefited from project.

NCCS Contact Information

• For more information about the program:

• National Catholic Committee on Scouting®

BSA1325 W. Walnut Hill Ln.Irving, TX 75015-2079

www.nccs-bsa.org