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NATIONAL SCOUTING EVENTS
Scouting in the Catholic Church
July 18-24, 2021 | Designed for any adult interested in using Scouting to help support Catholic youth ministry, the conference is especially appropriate for Scout chaplains, clergy, diocesan and parish youth ministers, and council, diocesan, regional, and national Catholic committee leadership and members. The goals of the conference are to help participants understand how Scouting is a Catholic youth ministry, gain knowledge about Catholic Scouting resources and use the information in the course to promote Catholic Scouting in their home dioceses and councils. All this happens in a context of learning, fellowship and fun! Participants will return home certified to facilitate the National Catholic Leadership Development program and have the opportunity to earn the Jerusalem Cross Award by carrying out and reporting on a project for their own parish or local Catholic Committee on Scouting using information and insight just acquired.
St George Trek 2022
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. -
Catholic Scouting Family Retreat
The Diocesan Catholic Committee on Scouting is thankful for all the participants and volunteers who made this event successful. You may view pictures from the event here.
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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- Aug. 21, 2021
- Nov. 6, 2021
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Annual Scout Recognition Mass
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 September 11, 2021, at St. Joseph Parish in Bryan. Mass will begin at 10 a.m. and conclude with a brief reception. Please register to attend this Mass here.
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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.
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Scout Sunday 2020
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DCCS Local Calendar of Events
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Thursday, August 12, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Learn more about the Troops of St. George (TSG)! TSG #22 supports the Austin area by bringing fathers and sons together using the outdoors in a Catholic environment. This joint journey of fathers and sons will help grow both members spiritually, mentally and physically in accordance with the Catholic Church. Learn more about the Troops of St. George (TSG) while sharing a pint together on Aug. 12 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Rentsch Brewery in Georgetown! TSG #22 supports the Austin area by bringing fathers and sons together using the outdoors in a Catholic environment. This joint journey of fathers and sons will help grow members spiritually, mentally and physically in accordance with the Catholic Church. Details: E-mail Robert Feldman at rob.feldman@gmail.com or call (979) 492-3140.Read More -
Saturday, August 14, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PMAdults involved in Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Troops of St. George, American Heritage Girls or Camp Fire are invited to an adult Catholic scout training. At this training, leaders are formed on the topic of scouting as youth ministry through Lay Apostolate Formation and receive certification as a Catholic religious emblem counselor. The event will also be offered on-site and via zoom. Pre-registration is requested.Read More
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Saturday, August 21, 10:00 AM - 12:30 PMThe 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.Read More
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Saturday, September 11, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMAt this Mass, Bishop Joe Vásquez recognizes scouts who earned a religious emblem or award in the previous year. Eagle Scouts and Gold and Stars and Stripes awardees are also recognized. The next recognition Mass is scheduled for Saturday, September 11, 2021; location is pending. Please register to attend this mass here.Read More
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Saturday, November 6, 10:00 AM - 12:30 PMThe 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 at dccs-chair@austindiocese.org.Read More
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For more information on these and other scouting events, please email
dccs-activities@austindiocese.org or call Tressi Breecher at 512-949-2464.
