Catholic Committee on Scouting

The Catholic Committee on Scouting has a policy for the Girl Scout materials; one must be trained in the materials before obtaining them. If one is trained they can call the Office of Youth Ministry to obtain the materials at (517)342-2484.


Girl Scout Trainers:
Sarah Stroik- Chair of the Girl Scouts and trainer for the Michigan Capital Girl Scout Council
Dcn. Ron Rowe-Chaplain
Fran Griffith-trainer for the Fair Winds Girl Scout Council
Barbara Clift-trainer in Brighton

Girl Scouts Awards
Family of God
The Catholic award was designed for 2nd and 3rd graders through the joint efforts of the National Committee for Girl Scouts and the Diocesan Committees. It brings together their relationships in community, family, and church into the "Family of God."
Price: Book $4.50 Medal $4.75

I Live My Faith
This program is designed to help the young girl, ages 9-11, to appreciate more deeply the place that God and religion occupy in her life. The program focuses on developing an awareness of the potential of each girl to grow as a person, a friend, a member of her family, a citizen and a member of her parish.
Price: Book $4.50 Medal $4.75

Marian
The Marian Medal is a program for young Catholic women, and Girl Scouts, ages 12 through 15. The program enables them to "proclaim the eagerness of the Lord." The participants are involved in an understanding of Mary as a model of openness and spirituality, a woman of the Church serving her brothers and sisters of Christ.
Price: Book $4.50 Medal $8.75

The Spirit Alive
For Catholic youth in high school in the Senior level of Girl Scouts. Assists in discovering how the Holy Spirit moves in their lives, calling them to greater participation in the church's ministry. The program uses the bible and Vatican II documents for group or individual research, dialogue with counselors, and activities.
Price: Book $4.50 Medal $10.25

Boy Scouts Information

Barb Lorence- Chair of the Boy Scouts
Dcn. Ron Rowe- Scout Chaplain
Kris Krochmal- Awards

The Light of Christ
The purpose of the Light of Christ program is to help boys develop a personal relationship with Jesus. With the parents active assistance and participation is this program, it is hoped that each Tiger and Wolf Scout will come to see Jesus as a real person and his friend. The emphasis is on the Sacraments of Baptism. Reconciliation, and the Eucharist.

Parvuli Dei Award
The Parvuli Dei means Little Children of God. This program helps the Bear or Webelos Scout explore a wide range of activities with his family in order to discover the presence of God in his daily life. As a special part of God's creation, each boy learns what it means to be a member of God's family and of his own family, and about how to care for one another.

Ad Altare Dei Award
Ad Altare means To the Alter of God. Helped by a certified counselor, the Boy Scout learns to grow as a Catholic. Scouting's values and family life are used as a starting point to understand the Sacraments. Scripture readings and projects reinforce the meanings of the seven Sacraments. Special emphasis is placed on how the Sacraments can help the Scout throughout his life.

Pope Pius XII Emblem
Pope Pius XII had a strong devotion to the cause of lay spirituality. In this program, high school youths, in small groups, study and discuss their role as young Catholics in today's society. Through scripture, readings, interviews, and a prayer service, the youth can become more aware of where their Christian lives can lead in the future. The youth lead meetings with an adult counselor as a moderator. This Pope Pius XII Emblem is awarded to Boy Scouts and Explorer Scouts.

Adult Awards

The Saint George Emblem
The Saint George Emblem is a national recognition approved by the National Catholic Committee on Scouting. This emblem extends recognition, honor, and gratitude to those persons who have demonstrated outstanding contribution to the spiritual development of youth in the program of the Boy Scouts of America.

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Medal
An award inaugurated in 1980 to recognize the meritorious contributions of adults who serve Catholic youth through girl's organizations. This medal affirms the work of those who help youth develop their spiritual lives within the context of that organization.
Price: Medal $9.75

Saint Anne Medal
The Saint Anne Medal is an award initiated in 1957 by the United States Catholic Conference. Any adult, who has contributed notable service developing girl's activities and who has demonstrated a willingness to serve as a leader of these activities for not less than five years is eligible for this medal.
Price: Medal $10.25

The Bronze Pelican Award
The Bronze Pelican Award is a locally optional award by the National Catholic Committee on Scouting. This emblem is to recognize outstanding contributions to all Catholic youth.