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DCCS Local Calendar of Events
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Thursday, June 30, 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM
The Basic Teachings of the Catholic Faith Program offers a general introduction to the theological principles found in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. This program serves as the first step in basic adult formation for all ministry groups that seek evangelization and catechetical certification. The class is presented in five sessions (6 clock hours of instruction each). Topics include Introduction to Scripture, Creed, Liturgy and Sacraments, Christian Morality, and Prayer/Spirituality. (30 hour course) DEVELOPMENT TRACKS: Level I Catechist/DRE, Part 1 Catholic Schools, Criminal Justice, Discipleship, Adult Formation, Criminal Justice, Youth MinistryRead More -
Friday, July 1, 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM
The Basic Teachings of the Catholic Faith Program offers a general introduction to the theological principles found in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. This program serves as the first step in basic adult formation for all ministry groups that seek evangelization and catechetical certification. The class is presented in five sessions (6 clock hours of instruction each). Topics include Introduction to Scripture, Creed, Liturgy and Sacraments, Christian Morality, and Prayer/Spirituality. (30 hour course) DEVELOPMENT TRACKS: Level I Catechist/DRE, Part 1 Catholic Schools, Criminal Justice, Discipleship, Adult Formation, Criminal Justice, Youth MinistryRead More -
Saturday, October 15, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
At this Mass, Bishop Joe Vásquez recognizes scouts who have earned a religious emblem or award in the previous year. Eagle Scouts, GSCTX Gold awardees, and Stars and Stripes awardees are also recognized. The next recognition Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, October 15, 2022 at St. Theresa Parish in Austin from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Mark your calendars for this annual event.Read More
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NATIONAL SCOUTING EVENTS
The Saint George Trek is The National Catholic Committee on Scouting’s® high adventure Catholic leadership program for older Catholic Boy Scouts and Venture Crew members at Philmont Scout Ranch. The program brings Catholic high school youth from around the country together with selected priests, religious and seminarians for eleven days of backpacking in the context of a vocation retreat.
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DCCS Committee MeetingsThe DCCS Committee meets quarterly to assess the needs of our Catholic Scouting population and to plan age-appropriate events to foster a deeper appreciation of our faith. In addition, the committee sponsors adult training for religious emblem counselor roles. If you have a topic that you think needs to be addressed or would like to attend, please contact DCCS chair, Ronda Motl.
Upcoming Committee Meetings- May 14 - Frank Fickett Scout Training and Service Center | Heritage Room | 10 a.m.
- August 13 – DCCS quarterly meeting (location TBD)
- November 5 – DCCS quarterly meeting (location TBD)
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Annual Scout Recognition MassAt this Mass, Bishop Joe Vásquez recognizes scouts who have earned a religious emblem or award in the previous year. Eagle Scouts, GSCTX Gold awardees, and Stars and Stripes awardees are also recognized. The next recognition Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, October 15, 2022 at St. Theresa Parish in Austin from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Mark your calendars for this annual event.
Pictures from the Sept. 11, 2021 Mass can be found below. Thank you to St. Joseph Parish in Bryan for hosting the Mass. Click here for a list of all award recipients. -
Scout Sunday
The Scouts BSA annually celebrates its founding on Feb. 8. Scout Sunday is always the Sunday preceding Feb. 8, unless the 8th is a Sunday, in which case the 8th would be Scout Sunday. The NCCS has compiled resources regarding the celebration of Scout Sunday in the parish.
Girl Scout Sunday kicks off Girl Scout Week each March and it always includes Girl Scouts’ birthday, March 12. Girl Scout Sunday gives girls an opportunity to be recognized as a Girl Scout at their parish. Information on planning an event for Girl Scout Sunday can be found here. -
For more information on these and other scouting events, please email
dccs-activities@austindiocese.org or call Tressi Breecher at 512-949-2464.