Catholic Committee on Girl Scouts
Sections: CCS Members Page | National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry
General Information
The Catholic Committee on Girl Scouts was formed in the 1950's to oversee the development of a spiritual presence in the activities of the Girl Scout programs. The St. Louis Archdiocese, through its parishes and schools, is the largest single sponsor of Scouts in the St. Louis area. The Catholic Committee is a group of people, lay and religious who believe that the scouting is a viable form of youth ministry with the Catholic church. Youth in scouting should be helped with their spiritual citizenship as well as their earthly citizenship. Most of the members are active in scouting in other way, but they have dedicated themselves to this extra effort. We are always looking for new members, don't hesitate to offer your services. An extra mind, fresh ideas and pair of hands can really make a difference. We meet four times a year at the Cardinal Rigali Center at 7:00 p.m.
Come to our meetings or call to learn more about who we are and what we do!
If you want to join the committee, complete this application [Word Document] and return it to the Office of Catholic Scouting.
MEMBERS: Please Visit the CCS Members Page.
National Catholic Committee for Girl Scouts USA and Camp Fire USA
Please visit the new NCCGSCF website, designed just for girls!
National Federation For Catholic Youth Ministry
The National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry (NFCYM) seeks to foster positive and value-centered programs for Catholic youth.
The National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry, participate in the mission of the Catholic Church by advocating for and supporting Catholic youth ministry on the national, diocesan, and local level. As a professional organization of affiliated dioceses and collaborating members, we: advocate for the role and needs of young people in the Church and in society and promote the role of the Church and the Gospel in the lives of young people, promote a comprehensive approach to youth ministry as articulated in Renewing the Vision, provide leadership, resources, services, and conferences for the education and formation of diocesan leaders, youth ministers, and young people, support diocesan youth ministry leaders and collaborating members, dialogue and collaborate with the U.S. Catholic Bishops and national leadership organizations for the promotion of youth ministry and the professional development of church leaders. In response to the Gospel, and in pursuit of our mission and vision, we act in accord with these values: the dignity and giftedness of each person, the baptismal call of each person to discipleship and ministry, the gifts and charisma of young people, the richness of diversity, the challenge of justice and peace, the wisdom of shared leadership.
Girl Scouts of the USA and Camp Fire USA are commended for their continued commitment to the faith development of youth in their programs.
