Light of Christ

Light of Christ...

About The Emblem:

The purpose is to help the Cub develop a personal relationship with Jesus.

With the parents' active assistance and participation in this program,

it is hoped that the Cub will come to see Jesus as a real person and his friend.

Eligibility:

Registered Tiger or Wolf Cub Scout of Catholic Faith. The Scout must

complete the requirements before starting third grade.

Purpose:

The purpose is to help the Cub develop a personal relationship with Jesus. With the parents' active assistance and participation in this program, it is hoped that the Cub will come to see Jesus as a real person and his friend.

Program Objectives:

- To support the role of the parents as the primary catechists of their children.
- To have the Scout identify Jesus as a real person and as his friend.
- To foster early family religious involvement.
- To be a stepping stone toward Parvuli Dei and the other religious emblems, when the parents are involved.
- To serve as a catalyst to draw the parents into a deeper involvement with the church, through the child.

Requirements:

Each Cub have his own Activity Book. The book is designed for the Cub and his parent or guardian to

work together. This book can be purchased at your local Boy Scout Shop. You may check the Suggested Links tab for shops in our local area.

Program Completion:

When the Cub completes all steps, he is presents the book to his parish priest or the priest's representative and the book is reviewed with the Cub Scout. After the priest or representative signs the book, the parent/guardian will need to send the application at the back of the book along with the application fee for final approval. The Scout may keep the book.

INDOOR RELIGIOUS AWARDS RETREAT FOR CATHOLIC SCOUTS

The Diocesan Catholic Committee on Scouting is presenting a unique opportunity for Cub Scout and Webelos Scout Dens to complete their Catholic Scouting Religious Awards !

And an opportunity for Cub Scout Leaders to FREE UP DEN MEETING TIME for rank advancements and expanded scouting skills !!!

CUB SCOUTS AND WEBELOS:

Date: November 05, 2011

Place: Our Lady Queen of Peace Parish & School (corner of Frank Scott Parkway & North Belt West) in the west end of Belleville (Lower level – entrance on the north)

Time: Registration begins at 8:00am, Program starts at 8:45am

Cost: $20 - Includes book, materials, snacks, lunch.

Program: Scouts will work on Light of Christ or Parvuli Dei Awards.

Each Award will have only 5 or 6 items left to do at home to complete the award.

Please dress for the weather, (need Scout shirt and a class “B” under) We will be going outside for break time.

Catholic Committee on Scouting
Attn: Mr. Tim DeRousse
CCS for the Diocese of Belleville
2243 Haverford
Shiloh, IL 62221

Cost:

Scouts purchase the Light of Christ workbook on their own. The Diocesan Catholic Committee on Scouts does not charge for the actual Light of Christ medal or the BSA religious knot patch the Scout will receive. The Committee is able to provide these free to the Scouts through donations it receives.

Presentation of Award:

The BSA religious knot patch will be mailed to the pastor of the Scout’s local parish in late January. The pastor will be asked to present the knot to the Scout on Scout Sunday or some other Mass so that the Scout will be recognized by his parish for his work on this religious award. Actual practices may vary depending upon the pastor.

The Light of Christ Award will be presented to the Scout at a special ceremony held each February at the Cathedral in Belleville. The Bishop generally presides over the ceremony schedule permitting. Each Scout will receive a letter from the Diocesan Catholic Committee on Scouts with more information on the Ceremony in late January or early February.

Scout's Role:

Actively work on the activities with his parents or guardians. Keep the Religious Emblems Counselor informed of his progress.

Parent's Role:

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.

Suggested Time Requirements:

1 - 90 days. Although the book could be completed in four to six hours, 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.