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Diocesan Mass for Scouting America, Girl Scouts USA, and American Heritage Girls
Save the Date!
Sunday, January 31, 2027
at 2:00pmSacred Heart Cathedral, Davenport
RSVP closes
December 15, 2026.
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The Diocesan Office of Faith Formation, through the Diocesan Catholic Committee on Scouting, oversees all aspects of Catholic Scouting for both girls and boys across Southeast Iowa.Our primary function is to facilitate preparation for Catholic Religious Emblem/Medal programs.We serve as a resource to leaders needing materials or guidance in preparing youth, and also serve as the source for emblems and pins once a scout has completed requirements. We are eager to provide other spiritual opportunities for scouts, given the interest and collaboration of their leaders.Religious Emblem Programs for Catholic Youth in Scouting America, GSUSA, and AHGClick below to learn more!Note to LeadersAll leaders working with scouts on religious emblem programs must be compliant with diocesan safe environment policy, which includes the completion of a criminal background check and Safe Environment training. If you are not compliant, please contact your local pastor or parish faith formation leader for information. In addition, maintaining compliance with BSA requirements, as well as two-deep leadership, is required at all youth gatherings.Opportunities to Enhance Your Scouting ExperienceDiocesan Scout Sunday Celebrations
We are looking for adult leaders that are interested and willing to collaborate in planning the yearly Mass with our Bishop and/or our diocesan Catholic Scouting chaplain. Contact Trevor Pullinger for additional information.
Preparation Programs, Retreats and Camping Experiences for Catholic Scouts
There is a great value in bringing scouts from deaneries, or around the diocese together, whether to prepare for emblems or simply to pray out in nature in a retreat or campout. Contact Trevor Pullinger if you are interested in coordinating this type of experience and for additional information.
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Scouting America and Faith
The National Catholic Committee for Scouting (NCCS) serves Catholic youth and adults through quality faith-based programs. The following links will provide background and context on the relationship between Scouting America and Catholic faith formation.Girl Scouts and Faith
The National Catholic Committee for Girl Scouts USA and Camp Fire USA (NCCGSCF) serves Catholic youth and adults through quality faith-based programs. The following links will provide background and context on the relationship between Girl Scouts and Catholic faith formation.About NCCGSCF
NFCYM Resource on Catholic Girl Scouting
GSUSA and Catholic Church Relationship
NCCGSCF Religious Recognition Programs, Awards and Patches
American Heritage Girls and Faith
The National Catholic Committee for Scouting (NCCS) serves Catholic youth and adults through quality faith-based programs. The following links will provide background and context on the relationship between American Heritage Girls and Catholic faith formation.
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Connection Between Youth Ministry and Scouting/Preparation Programs for Catholic Scouts - Trevor Pullinger
Diocesan Catholic Committee on Scouting/General Questions about Catholic Scouting- Tim Brown
Diocesan Scout Sunday Celebration & Scouting Emblems- Mary Jacobsen
Spirituality for Catholic Scouting - Deacon John Jacobsen
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Contact Us
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Tim Browndccsdiodav.orgChair, Diocesan Catholic Committee on Scouting
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Deacon John Jacobsenjacobsenjdiodav.orgChaplain, Diocesan Catholic Committee on Scouting -
Trevor Pullingerpullingerdavenportdiocese.orgDirector of Faith Formation & Catechesis Coordinator -
Mary Jacobsenjacobsenmdavenportdiocese.orgCoordinator of Lay Ministry
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