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There are 23 external links and 4 sub-categories in this part of the SCOUTER Net Compass
Lord & Scoutmaster - The Book
Lord and Scoutmaster is a humerous and inspiration recounting of Scouting adventures over a period of 45 years which brings the light scripture to these events. Available from the Honor Bookstore.
A Scout's Duty to God and Country
Highly Recommended. In development for over a decade, M. Bowman & J. Bryant have brought this 250+ page book online. It's the Encyclopedia of Religious Awards.
MacScouter's: A Scout is Reverent Page"
Gary & Kyna Hendra at the MacScouter web site serves up a treasure trove of great relationships materials with their huge "The MacScouter's Big A Scout is Reverent Resource Book". This is well worth the download time and is available in three formats.
What is a Scouts’s Own?
A Scouts' Own is an important and often misunderstood part of a Scout program. Most of the Scouts' Owns that I have seen are essentially distilled church services which do little for the spiritual life of those present.
A Scouts' Own Observance
This is a full set of resources from Lew Orans "The Pine Tree Web". Here you will find Graces, Benedictions, Prayers, Readings, etc.
"Reverence In Scouting"
Historical Perspective On "Reverence" In Scouting by Jim Howes, is available on the United Methodist web site.
ACTS-Assoc. of Christians Through Scouts
The Association of Christians Through Scouting (ACTS) - Membership is based on a Christian committed to the three areas of ACTS to serve youth in Scouting: Scouting & Religion, A Scout is Reverent, & Morally Straight.
B-P views on Religion & Scouting
This web site offers quotes from Baden-Powell's own writings regarding his views on Religion & Scouting.
Dates of Religious Events
This table shows through the year 2000 many of the important religious events and holidays for many of the World's great religions.
Demonstrate"Duty to God"w/Sensitivity
From "A Scout's Duty to God", page discusses "...Scout leaders should try to encourage a Scout to understand & exercise his "Duty to God",...same time be very careful that our actions are not misinterpreted by any Scout..
Devotionals/Services/Scouts Own
Visit the United Methodist web site to find "...services have been collected from the internet and other resources."
Interfaith Scout Retreat
Two Councils & many faiths come together for this annual event in Ohio. The heart of the program is a series of scout-to-scout guided, small-group discussions.
Interfaith Scout Retreat Plan
Back in August of 1997 Tecumseh & Miami Valley Councils held an Interfaith Scout Retreat. It has good examples of what councils can do when developing weekend retreats like this one. The USSSP hosts this group of pages.
Interfaith Service for Scouters
This particular worship service was conducted at Wood Badge Course EC 462 W. It is a good example of what can be done not only at Wood Badge Courses but anytime Scouters gather.
Scout Religious Bibliography Resources
This bibliography is from Michael Bowman and James Bryant, A Scout's Duty to God and Country 4th ed., Gilwell Spirit Press, 1996
Scouts' Own - A Collection
A "Scouts Own" is an inspirational ceremony, usually built around a central theme, such as friendship, world peace, save the earth, or appreciation of the world around us. While this site focuses on Girl Scouts, the messages here are appropriate for all.
ScoutWeb South Africa's - Scouts Own
The South African Scouting Association has a great collection of Scout's Own Songs & Stories including: "Morning has broken".
The Girl Scout Law Reading
This reading by Ariel, Feb. 15, 1997, is on the United Methodist web site.
The Scout is Reverent Resources
The MacScouter folks have compiled a huge collection of resources with the release of their on-line "A Scout is Reverent Resource Book", which is at this site. Tons of prayers & other resources here.
The Scout is Reverent Resources-Readings
On this site by MacScouter are a collection of responsive readings including at least three versions that reference the scout law in Scripture. There are also several other responsive readings including one for Girl Scouts.
USSSP Scout's Own Collection
This is a collection of files (also available on the Clip Art CD from the SCOUTER Catalog) with document files containing many sermons, prayers, & Scout's own services compiled by the USSSP.
Why do we have Scouts’ Own’?
The Nova Scouter, A Canadian Site, examines "Scout's Own" Devotions and gives many good examples & ideas. The site begins with a quote "The Spirit of love for your fellow man is, afterall, the Spirit of God working in you. -- Baden Powell"
Worship Handbook, The Virtual Campsite
The Big Book of Scout Worship Services - An outstanding resource of worship materials that you can choose from as you plan a worship service. Compiled by Pete Metzloff. In MS Word format, 248K zip file. This link also has other great Worship resources.
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A few Commercial Links from the SCOUTER NetCompass...
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Create and sell treasure maps for Scouts
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