Catholic Committee on Scouting
Scouting is an effective way to help Catholic youths to do their duty to God and to their country. Scouting builds character and teaches devotion to God in an environment that provides wholesome fun under the guidance of strong adult role models. The scouting programs provide a wonderful channel to involve youth in the life of Catholic parishes.
Young people experience Scouting as a growth into personal maturity and social responsibility. They learn to assume their role in life with a high degree of commitment, and to care for others who are less fortunate. They develop a strong desire to build a culture of goodwill, respect for the environment and acceptance of duties.
Visit this website often for updated resources and support for all aspects of Catholic Scouting. There is something for everyone: from parents to pastors, from Tigers to Eagles, from Den Leaders to Diocesan Committees.
Cub Scout Religious Emblems
Light of Christ (Tiger, Wolf); Parvuli Dei (Bear, Webelos)
Scouts BSA and Venturing Religious Emblems
Ad Altare Dei (7th grade and up); Pope Pius XII (9th grade and up)
Religious Emblem Counselor Training
The Nassau Religious Emblem Counselor Training is for the Ad Altare Dei and the Pope Pius Emblems and is required for all Counselors.
Committee Meetings
All monthly Committee Meetings will be at St. James Parish Center, 75 Seamans Neck Road (Seamans Neck Road & Hicksville Road), Seaford, NY 11783.
Scout Convocation
Each fall, we host the highlight of our year at St. Agnes Cathedral, Rockville Centre. Come pray with us and honor those youth and adults who give special attention to the 12th point of the Scout Law, “A Scout is Reverent”. Join us for the presentation of Ad Altare Dei and Pope Pius Religious Emblems and the Bishop’s Emblem to nominated youth members. We also applaud adult Scouting volunteers with the Bronze Pelican Emblem and St. George Emblem.
Resources
Diocese of Rockville Center Scouting
National Catholic Committee on Scouting
Catholic Committee Contacts
Ann Ellingham
516-735-1132
ameagle2@verizon.net
