Religious Emblems Program Kickoff & Orientation

March 28 | 9:00–11:00 AM

“A Scout is reverent. Be reverent toward God. Be faithful in your religious duties. Respect the beliefs of others.”

Duty to God is a cornerstone of the Scouting program. The Scout Oath begins with duty to God, and the Scout Law ends with reverence. While Scouting America is nonsectarian, it recognizes that a Scout’s religious growth is nurtured through their family and faith community. The Religious Emblems Program provides a meaningful, age-appropriate way for Scouts to explore, strengthen, and live out their faith while working toward an official Scouting religious emblem.

This Religious Emblems Program Kickoff & Orientation is the starting point for Scouts and families interested in earning a Religious Emblem for their faith and age level. This event will introduce participants to the program, explain expectations, and prepare Scouts to successfully begin their class experience.

During the kickoff, Scouts and parents will:

• Meet their Religious Emblems counselors
• Learn the schedule and structure of each class
• Review requirements specific to their faith tradition and age level
• Receive all required materials to get started
• Understand how families, counselors, and faith leaders support the process
• Learn what to complete before the first class meeting

Available Programs

Protestant (PRAY Program):

• Jesus and Me (Grades K–1)
• God and Me (Grades 2–3)
• God and Family (Grades 4–6)
• God and Church (Grades 6–8)
• God and Life (Grades 9–12)

Catholic Faith:

• Light of Christ (Cub Scouts Grades 1-2)
• Parvuli Dei (Cub Scouts Grades 3-5)
• Ad Altare Dei (Scouts BSA, Venturing, Sea Scouts - must have completed 6th grade)
• Pope Pius XII (Scouts BSA, Venturing, Sea Scouts ages 15+)

Class Size & Cost

• Class size is limited to 8 Scouts per class to ensure a meaningful, small-group experience.
• Cost: $20 per Scout, which includes:
  • Student workbook
  • Pastor/Advisor workbook
  • Completion certificate
  • Shipping expenses

Participation in the kickoff/orientation is required for all Scouts enrolled in a Religious Emblems class. This event ensures everyone begins with a clear understanding of the journey ahead and is fully prepared for the first class session.

We invite Scouts and families to take this important step in faith and Scouting—growing in reverence, understanding, and commitment while earning a Religious Emblem recognized by both their faith community and Scouting America.

Register early—space is limited.

Not associated with a home church?

If you do not have a home church, no problem. We have relationships with pastors and clergy who are willing to meet with you/your Scout for the final review requirement of the program. Simply let us know when you register.

Other Faiths

If your faith is missing from the list above, please reach out to our team. It is our desire and goal to have opportunities for all faiths. There are 42 faiths that have a Religious Emblems program. Please check the list of faiths at this address, and if your faith is on the list, please reach out.