The Catholic religious recognition programs administered by the National Catholic Committee for Girl Scouts and Camp Fire (NCCGSCF), under the auspices of the National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry (NFCYM), allow young people to explore and become more involved in their Catholic faith. All programs are designed to support and complement the catechetical efforts of Catholic parishes and schools. In particular, the Family of God is an excellent supplement for children preparing for the reception of their first Eucharist. The Spirit Alive provides substantial and creative activities to augment preparation for the sacrament of confirmation.

The religious recognition programs may be utilized by members of:

Girl Scouts USA
Camp Fire USA
American Heritage Girls
Junior Daughters of the Americas
Catholic youth groups
Religious education classes
Or others as designated by the diocesan authorized administrators.

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Click on the links below for Information on each program

Family of God

Live My Faith

Marian Medal

The Spirit Alive Medal

Mary, the First Disciple

The Marian Award Program

To learn more about this award, click on the link above for the detailed flyer.

Important Dates:

Girls should contact their moderator to coordinate with her about the date that she requires you to have the paperwork to her.

       December 7th,  of every year is the due date for the moderators to turn in the signed application, fees and evaluations to the Office of Catholic Scouting. Moderators, be prepared to turn in everything by this date.

     January 10th, 2009 we have a  Day of Discipleship. This is the final requirement for the Marian Award.  This is a day of sharing and celebrating for the girls. The day begins at 9:00 a.m. and ends at 12:30 p.m.

     March of every year we have a Religious Recognition Ceremony -Presentation Sunday a Prayer Service at the Cathedral Basilica for the Marian Award and the Spirit Alive participants who have completed the Emblem programs..

Dates set for 2008-09: Romantic Revolution Retreat November 8th, 2008 Click Here to read about The Romantic Revolution Retreat Mary, the First Disciple Due Dates December 7th, 2008 Moderators please turn in applications and fees in order to receive the award in 2009. Day of Discipleship January 10th, 2009  9:00a.m. -12:30 p.m. at the Cardinal Rigali Center (Fluer de Lis Room and Chapel) Presentation Sunday March  8th, 2009  2:30 p.m. at the Cathedral Basilica Romantic Revolution Retreat November 7th, 2009

Moderators if you have not  received  a call from a member of the Catholic Committee on Girl Scouts regarding the Mary The First Disciple Award Program, contact the Office of Catholic Scouting right away !  We are here to help you!

314-792-7608

annlederman@archstl.org

Anyone Interested in working with a group of girls on the Marian Award Program, follow the link below for Moderator Training schedule.

Moderator Training

We hold training sessions many times during the year!

The Spirit Alive Award

To learn more about this award, click on the link above for the detailed flyer.

Important Info and Dates:

Prior to October 15th of every year: Mentors review the Spirit Alive book and all project related materials for completion.

October 15th of every year: Submit the Spirit Alive book and all project related materials to the Office of Catholic Scouting to be reviewed.

 The Spirit Alive book, journal and all project related materials are returned to participants with an approval or deferment.

• If you received approval -the applications and fees are due no later than December 7th.

• If your work was deferred-You will be given notes on the areas that are need more work or are incomplete.  

• Complete those sections and return your by: November 18th.

December 7th of every year-  is the due date for the signed application and fee to be turned into the Office of Catholic Scouting in order to receive the award at Presentation Sunday of the current year.

January or February of every year we will have a "Sharing the Spirit Celebration" for any girls that have completed the award. This is an evening of sharing, prayer service, fun and food for the girls!

March of every year -we have a Religious Recognition Ceremony -Presentation Sunday Prayer Service at the Cathedral Basilica. Mary The First Disciple and The Spirit Alive participants who have completed the Faith Building program by the due dates.

 If you are a mentor or a girl working on this award, please contact the Office of Catholic Scouting.  

We are here to help you!  We have resources for you!

Give us a call and let us know how we can help you!

annlederman@archstl.org

314-792-7608

PLAN NOW TO EARN THE “TO SERVE GOD” PATCH

All Girl Scouts promise “to serve God.” The new “TO SERVE GOD” patch for Girl Scouts can help you put the focus on serving God as you kick off the new program year.

Leaders, why not make a presentation to your Troops this fall? Both girls and adults can receive this patch. And by making a presentation now, your girls can set a goal of earning their religious award in time for Girl Scout Sunday/Sabbath in March.

The purpose of the To Serve God patch is to learn about and promote the religious awards programs. The puzzle patch does NOT replace the religious awards. The puzzle patch is worn on the back of the vest or sash (like an event or participation patch). It signifies that the girl has learned about religious awards. Then the hard work of earning the religious award begins. The puzzle patch is worn on the back of the uniform, whereas the religious award is pinned on the front of the uniform below the membership stars. Girls and adults of all faiths may earn this patch. Patches may be ordered online at www.praypub.org.