| Eligibility |
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Registered Tiger or Wolf Cub Scout of Catholic Faith.
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The Scout must complete the requirements before starting third grade.
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| Purpose |
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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.
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| Program Objectives |
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To support the role of the parents as the primary catechists of their children.
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To have the Scout identify Jesus as a real person and as his friend.
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To foster early family religious involvement.
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To be a stepping stone toward Parvuli Dei and the other religious emblems,
when the parents are involved.
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To serve as a catalyst to draw the parents into a deeper involvement with
the church, through the child.
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| Requirements |
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Each Cub have his own Activity Book.
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The book is designed for the Cub and his parent or guardian to work together.
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| Program Completion |
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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.
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After the priest or representative signs the book, it is sent to the diocesan
chaplain for final approval.
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| Presentation |
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The emblem and knot may be presented at a diocesan or parish ceremony.
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| Scout's Role |
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Actively work on the activities with his parents or guardians.
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Keep the Religious Emblems Counselor informed of his progress.
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| Parent's Role |
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Actively work on the activities with their son. He may need your help with
Bible readings and getting information.
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Keep the Religious Emblems Counselor informed of the Cub's progress.
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| Suggested Time Requirements |
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One to ninety day(s).
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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.
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| Steps |
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Step 1 - Families
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Step 2 - God's Call
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Step 3 - Eucharist
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Step 4 - Forgiveness
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Step 5 - Family of God
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