Scout Sunday, January 15, 2006

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. However, each chartered organization can use either of two other options to celebrate this special day. An organization can adopt a specific Sunday to celebrate. In the instance of the United Methodist Church, Scout Sunday is celebrated on the second Sunday in February. It also is permissible for a local church to celebrate on the Sunday most acceptable to the pastor and congregation.

Troop 272 is planning to participate in the service at Olivet Baptist Church on Sunday, January 15, 2006. The service will include a flag ceremony, the recitation of the Scout Oath, and a Scripture reading by one of the Scouts.

Sunday, January 15, 2006, is the Kick-Off Sunday for Olivet Baptist Church's 40 Days of Purpose, which starts the following Sunday. We are honored to be invited to participate in such an important event in the life of our chartering organization, Olivet Baptist Church. Every Scout should be in uniform for this event.

Last revised 12/28/05

John D. McCarthy