What an amazing showing from our Girl Scout members in their participation of Girl Scout Sunday or Sabbath this year! Look at these numbers: 494 girls 104 troops 64 faith partners No matter how Girl Scouts express their spiritual and religious preferences, the Preamble of the Constitution of the Girl Scouts of USA states that … Continue reading Wrap Up to Girl Scout Sunday/Sabbath Celebrations
Tag: Girl Scouts and Faith
Celebrating Girl Scout Sunday/Sabbath: A Simple Checklist to Getting Started
Wondering how to get started planning your troop's Girl Scout Sunday/Sabbath after reading last week's blog? We are here to help! There is no one way to celebrate Girl Scout Sunday/Sabbath. What works best for your troop(s) or the place of worship where you meet is what drives the celebration. The purpose of this special day is … Continue reading Celebrating Girl Scout Sunday/Sabbath: A Simple Checklist to Getting Started
Fill Your Troop’s Spirit with Reflection and Gratitude on Girl Scout Sunday/Sabbath
Girl Scout Sunday and Girl Scout Sabbath gives troops the opportunity to share in a time honored Girl Scout tradition as well as say “thank you” to local faith partners for their support and partnerships. No matter how Girl Scouts express their spiritual and religious preferences, the Preamble of the Constitution of the Girl Scouts … Continue reading Fill Your Troop’s Spirit with Reflection and Gratitude on Girl Scout Sunday/Sabbath
“…to serve God”: Religious Recognitions in Girl Scouting
By Meridith Orr, Program Executive “Still, Daisy listened to the teachings of her church and watched the example of her parents. From the Helpful Hands Club to ailing Spanish-American War soldiers, from her efforts among the villagers in Wellsbourne to helping poor girls in Camberwell, Daisy was no stranger to philanthropy.” - Stacey Cordery, Juliette … Continue reading “…to serve God”: Religious Recognitions in Girl Scouting
Girl Scouts and Churches Join Together to Help Girls Become their Very Best!
By Brooke Banson, Volunteer Recruitment Director Mix in one package Girl Scout Leadership Experience, a heaping serving of generosity and commitment to values-centered activities (that’s where our faith organization partners come in), and what do you get? Girls of courage, confidence and character, who change the world! Who knew a small, simple room with tables, … Continue reading Girl Scouts and Churches Join Together to Help Girls Become their Very Best!