What are the Religious Emblems Programs?

The Boy Scouts of America has approved of these programs and allows the recognition to be worn on the official uniform, but each religious organization develops and administers its own program.

Review the Frequently Asked Questions about Religious Emblems Programs

Learn How to Get Started on These Programs

See the Chart of Religious Emblems Programs. This chart lists all Religious Emblems Programs available to members of the Boy Scouts of America. Images of the medals, where available, may be viewed by clicking the award's name. Contact information, to include web site address, is provided on the chart.

A Scout is Reverent

He is reverent toward God. He is faithful in his religious duties and respects the convictions of others in matters of custom and religion.

	All Faiths Weekend - October 2007 (slide show .exe - download - large file 38MB)
	Ten Commandment Hike - November 2007

TRC Religious Committees

• Catholic Committee

• Jewish Committee

• Protestant Committee

BSA Religious Committees

• Association of African Methodist Episcopal Scouts

• Association of Baptists for Scouting

• Baha'i Committee on Scouting

• Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints

• Eastern Orthodox Committee on Scouting

• Friends Committee on Scouting

• Members of the Churches of Christ for Scouting

• The National Association of Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) Boy Scout, Girl Scout, and Camp Fire Leaders

• National Buddhist Committee on Scouting

• National Catholic Committee on Scouting^®

• ^{National Jewish Committee on Scouting}

• National Lutheran Association 
  on Scouting

• National Association of Presbyterian Scouters

• National Association of United Methodist Scouters

• ^{Program for Religious Activities with Youth (P.R.A.Y.)}

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To encourage members to grow stronger in their faith, religious groups have developed the following religious emblems programs. The Boy Scouts of America has approved of these programs and allows the emblems to be worn on the official uniform. The various religious groups administer the programs. Check with the council service center or contact the religious organization directly to obtain the curriculum booklets.

The religious emblems programs are programs created by the various religious groups to encourage youth to grow stronger in their faith.  The religious groups – not the Boy Scouts of America –have created the religious emblems programs themselves. 

Scout Sabbath Services: Scout Shabbat is an opportunity to call attention to shared values and reinforce their meaning for Jewish youth and their families.

Scout Sunday Observance: The Boy Scouts of America designates the Sunday that falls before February 8 (Scouting Anniversary Day) as Scout Sunday, which is the primary date to recognize the contributions of young people and adults to Scouting.

2005-2010 Calendar of Religious Dates: A list of dates and religious observances that must be adhered to by the individual.

The Roles of the Troop Chaplain and the Chaplain Aide: The chaplain and chaplain aide have an opportunity to be a friend to the Scouts and leaders and to contribute to their spiritual welfare and growth.

Manual for Chaplain Aides and Chaplains: To serve as a chaplain or chaplain aide is a unique opportunity. While serving in these offices, you will have the opportunity to help Scouts as they grow, both physically and spiritually. Some techniques to be used are modeling, mentoring, and offering faith-based experiences. Use this manual to help you become better oriented to the duties, responsibilities, and opportunities of chaplaincy service in Boy Scout troops. In it, you will find helpful information and resources to help you better perform your duties.