Chaplain Aide
Introduction
The Chaplain Aide agrees to provide service and leadership in Troop 9
when accepting this position. This responsibility should be fun and
rewarding. This guide provides some of the things you are expected to
do while serving in this position.
The Chaplain Aide is appointed by the Scoutmaster with the approval
of the Senior Patrol Leader. If you have any questions, difficulties or
suggestions, bring them to the attention of the Assistant Senior Patrol
Leader (ASPL), or an adult leader.
Responsible To
Assistant Senior Patrol Leader, and works with the Troop Chaplain and
the Religious Awards coordinator.
Specific Duties
- Keep Troop leaders apprised of religious holidays that Troop
members observe when planning the yearly and monthly calendars.
- Assist the Religious Awards Coordinator in promoting the earning
of religious awards by Troop members.
- Assist the Troop Chaplain and Chartered Organization
Representative with Scout Sunday by recruiting Troop members to
attend and serve.
- Encourages saying grace at meals while camping or on other
activities.
- Coordinates non-denominational religious services (Scouts Own)
on every campout. You may assign duties to other Scouts, such as
readings, etc.
- Set a good example.
- Wear the uniform correctly.
- Live by the Scout Oath, Law, Motto and Slogan.
