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Eligibility
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A
Registered Bear or Webelos of Catholic faith Completed
second grade.
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Purpose
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The
purpose of the Parvuli Dei (Children of God) emblem
is to help young boys explore a wide range of
activities in order to discover the presence of
God in their daily lives as members of their families
and parishes, and also to develop a good, positive
self-image through the contributions they can
make to the group or community.
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Program
Objectives
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To
help the Scout of his age develop an awareness
of God's love for each one of His special, unique
created beings. To help the Scout become aware
and understand his identity as an important member
of his family, his community, and as a member
of the Family of God. To continue to develop an
awareness as members of the parish and the Body
of Christ. To aid the Scout in his awareness of
the responsibilities that grow out of God's love
for us.
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Requirements
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Each
Cub must have his own Activity Book. The book
is designed for the Cub and his parent or guardian
to work together. The Cub will be required to
make a banner as part of the requirements.
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Program
Completion
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When
the Cub completes all steps, he presents the book
to his parish priest or the priest's representative.
The Cub and parent or guardian meet with the priest
to review the book. After the priest or representative
signs the book, it is sent to the diocesan chaplain
for final approval.
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Presentation
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The
emblem, knot, and card are presented at a diocesan
or parish ceremony.
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Scout's
Role
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Actively
work on the activities with his parents or guardians.
Keep the Religious Emblems Counselor informed
of his progress.
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Parent's
Role
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Actively
work on the activities with their son. He may
need your help with Bible readings and getting
information. Keep the Religious Emblems Counselor
informed of the Cub's progress.
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Suggested
Time
Requirements
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Thirty
to ninety days. The goal of earning a religious
emblem is to help the Cub develop a personal relationship
with Jesus, so it is suggested that steps be spread
over several weeks. This will help the Cub understand
that this is a long-term commitment, not a one-time
project.
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