How many of you have been in your current calling less than 6 months? We want to hear what works in your patrol and ward throughout this training.

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1 Pre Opening How many of you have been in your current calling less than 6 months? We want to hear what works in your patrol and ward throughout this training. 1

2 How 11YO Scouting supports purposes of Primary Effective Adult Leaders Principles and Policies Running the program Resources Introduce ourselves These are the points we are going to hit today. 2

3 11 year old Scouting does not exist separate from or independent of Primary and spiritual development. The purpose of Scouting is to reinforce and amplify the SPIRITUAL lessons received in Primary. (Joy D. Jones, Primary General Pres.) We need to be working at what President Owen calls the Headwaters and ensure that children leave Primary with TESTIMONIES and are on the path to conversion. (Sis. Jones) 11YO Scouting prepares boys to receive the AARONIC PRIESTHOOD Bro. Godfrey, Cypress stake high councilor, attended 2017 Philmont. He provided quotes from Sis. Jones in training he attended. 3

4 The Lord has endorsed Scouting for 8-13 yearolds. If there were a better way to prepare young men for the Temple, then the Lord would adopt it in a minute. (Brother Steven J. Lund YM General Board) Temple and Priesthood Preparation meeting for 11 YO s 4

5 Priesthood Pathway We are starting to lose YO boys. We need to raise the vision of the role of Cub [11YO] Scouting in the Priesthood pathway. (Sis. Jones) How do your scout meetings put your 11YO s on the Priesthood pathway? Do you ever do anything with the deacons? See Faith in God, Preparing for the Priesthood 5

6 Pray Scoutmaster Minute spiritual focus. Use activities/parables/analogies to tie Scouting activities back to a spiritual lesson. (Sis. Jones) Use your chaplain s aide (one of the 11YO s) Scripture study on campouts Incorporate Faith in God Do the boys have a name for the temple? Reinforce and amplify spiritual lessons Solidify testimonies Prepare for the Priesthood Look to the Temple Examples of spiritual tie ins: Joseph taught Jesus to build building birdhouses; Jesus Christ heals us first aid skills. Tie in to Sunday lessons and what they can work on during week 6

7 FAITH IN GOD SCOUTING REQUIREMENTS Basic Requirements Adventure Ahead! Boy Scout Basics, p.11 Learning and Living the Gospel Read D&C 89. Discuss how Heavenly Father blesses us when we faithfully live the Word of Wisdom... Tenderfoot 6, Second Class 7 Plan and complete your own activity... Tenderfoot 9; Second Class 10; First Class 10, 11 Serving Others Plan, prepare, and serve a nutritious meal. Tenderfoot 2a, 2b, 2c; 2 nd Class 2e;1 st Class 2a thru 2e 12 th Scout 1f; Tenderfoot 7a; 2 nd Class 8a, 8b; 1 st Class Article of Faith, Being a good citizen 9a,9b Service project Second Class 8e, 1 st Class 9d Read and discuss the parable of the good Samaritan... Tenderfoot 7b Developing Talents Learn how to budget and save money... Make an item from wood, metal, fabric... Plan a physical fitness program... Learn about and practice good nutrition... Preparing for the Priesthood Discuss with parent or Primary leader how important a good education is Second Class 8c, 8d; 1 st Class 2b First Class 3d Tenderfoot 6b; 2 nd Class 7a,7b; 1 st Class 8a,8b Second Class 2e; First Class 2a Tenderfoot 8 Basis from primary. lds.org Updated by Laura to include current requirement numbers; also added a couple items. This table shows activities that complement and go hand in hand. Read the requirements of each to insure the scouts complete them fully. 7

8 Scouting Prepares Young Men I feel that there has never been a greater need for youth to acquire the timeless values espoused and taught by Scouting than now. The war between good and evil is raging now as never before. But it is not a war of tanks and guns but of words, of media, of thoughts and feelings, of Internet, cell phones and earphones of drugs and drinks that dull the mind and the soul of our youth. And if we as leaders are not valiant, our youth will not be prepared for the challenges that await them. -- Charles W. Dahlquist, II Have someone read. Think about the youth you know and love. Scouting can help young men develop the strength of mind and character they need to fight the battles they face today. Our chosen generation needs chosen leaders to help them grow. See: 1Peter 2:9 But ye are a a chosen generation, a b royal c priesthood, an d holy e nation, a f peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of g darkness into his marvellous h light: Matthew 22:14 For many are a called, but few are b chosen. 8

9 Scouting Teaches Duty to God BSA National Meetings, San Diego May 26, 2016 Elder Jeffrey R. Holland I am reminded that part of my duty to God and yours is to help these young men know that they can turn to the Almighty for help and strength and power, he added. The Scout Oath states, On my honor, I will do my best to do my duty to God. Elder Holland hopes these words never become casual or commonplace. Have someone read. Think about the youth you know and love. Scouting can help young men develop the strength of mind and character they need to fight the battles they face today. Our chosen generation needs chosen leaders to help them grow. See: 1Peter 2:9 But ye are a a chosen generation, a b royal c priesthood, an d holy e nation, a f peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of g darkness into his marvellous h light: Matthew 22:14 For many are a called, but few are b chosen. 9

10 Impossible to measure is the great good which has come from this organization during the past century.... I believe in Scouting. I believe in the goals of the organization. I believe in the power of Scouting to bless and enrich lives for good. -- President Thomas S. Monson Have someone read. Testimony 10

11 Scouting is a tool that helps young men develop the character and qualities needed to be effective instruments in the hands of the Lord in moving His work forward in the home, the Church, and the world. Scouting is a tool to help us prepare boys to become young men, and young men to become husbands, fathers and leaders. The church remains committed to using Scouting as its program for boys 8 13 and for supporting older boys that continue to pursue their Eagle rank. 11

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13 Registers with BSA and receives BSA training Coordinates support for Primary-aged Scouting programs in each ward - including training ward presidency members Encourages ward Primary Scout leaders to participate in basic and other approved training (e.g. Roundtable) Helps plan day camps for Cub Scouts and 11 year old Scouts in conjunction with the local BSA Council. -- LDS Scouting Handbook 3.4 Can also serve as unit commissioners. Training Everyone needs to be registered, which means everyone needs YPT. If you have a question about the training you or other leaders need go to ldsbsa.org. Look Under Leader Guides Commissioner! A commissioner is one who helps coordinate support for Scouting programs. In our Stake this is a separate calling. In others, it falls under the Stake Primary. Much of your responsibilities as a Stake Primary are the same as a commissioner anyway. Ask your Stake leaders if you aren t sure how it works in your Stake. You should be training new Ward Primary leaders/counselors over Scouting, making sure they understand how the program runs and what training they need. Day Camp We will talk more about this later, but Day Camp can be such a great tool to bring boys together to grow and support one another. 13

14 Provides general direction for Scouting and ensures that it is properly organized and functioning. Registers with BSA as Executive Officer (LDS Scouting Handbook, 4.1) Bishops have a lot to do. They are responsible for the Scouting program in their ward but they typically delegate the work to others. They are still responsible and need to have a working understanding of the program. Bishops are encouraged to attend Wood Badge.?? Be with the boys. 14

15 Under the Bishop s direction, counselors see that the various Scouting programs are organized and that adult leaders are called and trained. The bishopric organizes a ward Scout committee to ensure that Scouting functions properly usuallly 2 committees: pack and troop One will serve as Charter Organization Representative (COR) and will interact with district and insure all boys and leaders are registered and recharter completed on-time. COR training should be done encourage leaders to be trained Attend committee meetings for organizations you are over. If over Primary, cub committee and troop committee. If over deacons, troop committee. ( -- Reference: LDS Scouting Handbook 4.2 COR also responsible for attending district committee meetings, getting registered and trained (YPT and COR training), encourage all adult leaders to be trained, conduct FOS, help provide recognition for boys and leaders 15

16 Registers with BSA and receive BSA training (YPT, Troop committee challenge) Serves on the appropriate ward Scouting committee(s) Coordinates Scouting with the Faith in God program Provides support to Scouting leaders and encourages them to attend Scout training Visits Scout meetings and activities Reviews each boy s progress and participation Helps plan and ensures that boys have an opportunity to participate in day camps -- LDS Scouting Handbook 6.5 Please make sure 11 Year Olds are represented at Scout Committee meeting. It is easy for the older Scouts to forget about them. Cub Committee and Scout Committee meetings should be held monthly great places to review the boys progress and insure boys are attending. 16

17 Eleven-Year-Old Scout Leader Either the Primary teacher of eleven-year-old boys or another capable adult may serve as the group s Scout leader. This leader should: Work under the direction of a member of the Primary presidency, meeting regularly to discuss the Scouting program and each boy s progress. Register as the eleven-year-old Scout leader and attend the Boy Scout troop committee meetings Attend Scout training as applicable Attend other Primary meetings as invited Encourage and help each boy achieve the Faith in God for Boys award and advance in Scouting See that the boys participate in a day camp and help plan it if requested. (LDS Scouting Handbook, 6.4) Show of hands 11 yr old leaders? What is your role? You are the one in the trenches working directly with the boys. #1 responsibility: Be there with the boys Both on Sunday and during weekly meetings + campouts. 17

18 Mac McIntire Ldsbsa.org Review of Scouts progress Resources Equipment Planning Calendar, Courts of Honor Purchase awards Upcoming training and Stake/District Events 18

19 Selecting Adult leaders Testimony Time Tenure Training OK Bishoprics and Primary President What are you looking for in an 11 yr old leader? You need someone who can set an example Discuss each item (testimony of Gospel, time to serve, tenure in callings, trained in BSA policies and procedures) What is not on this list? No particular skills listed. camper. You don t have to be great outdoorsman or expert A word or two about training 19

20 Training Just because this is God s work, why do we think that we do not need to be trained.... by and large, we do a very poor job in training the leaders we call and yet expect them to work miracles in the live of their young men. -- Charles W. Dahlquist, II Read quote Inspiration alone is not enough. We need trained leaders New church Scouting handbook outlines basic training requirements Other resources for training are lds.org and Round Table. 20

21 Training 11 year old Scout Leader Youth Protection Training (YPT) online Scoutmaster Specific Training now online Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (IOLS) For online courses go to my.scouting.org for in-person schedule YPT needs to be done before you start working with the boys turn in YPT certificate with your BSA application Scout Master Specific ASAP, definitely within 3 months IOLS again ASAP look for times. Target within 6 months to 1 year You can find times for leader specific training at Round Table or from your Stake Scouting rep 21

22 Wood Badge is leadership training for all Scouting volunteers If you haven t already, we encourage you to sign up now for the next Wood Badge course in your council. -- Charles W. Dahlquist, II You need to go to Wood Badge! What is wood badge? 6 full days. Individual vision of success in you calling/position Goals to achieve that success Beads once complete. Best Leadership training you will find anywhere. Plus it s cheaper and more fun. Become fully trained first and then attend. Your stake may pay a portion of your fee. 22

23 Monthly Roundtable University of Scouting Additional Online Training Safe Swim Defense Weather Hazards LDS Commissioner at ldsbsa.org Monthly roundtable gives you a chance to share ideas and learn from other Scout leaders in your area. We miss out on this great resource. No need to reinvent the wheel. UoS One day training on everything you can imagine. 23

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25 Eleven-year-old Scouts meet separately from year old Boy Scouts (Deacons) Only three one-night campouts for eleven-year-olds -- LDS Scouting Handbook 6.2 Age based program - boys advance on their birthday, not all together in the spring Age appropriate. There are different programs for a reason beyond matching up with the quorum structure. Think about the 11 year olds you know. Then think of the 13 year olds you know. There is a huge difference in growth, development and exposure on many levels. 25

26 Although they are part of the ward Scout troop, they function in their own patrol and operate under the direction of the ward Primary presidency. They can participate with the ward Boy Scout troop in occasional daytime activities as well as boards of review and courts of honor. Scouting prepares eleven-year-old boys to receive the Aaronic Priesthood and transition into the deacons quorum and Young Men program.... [These] overnight camp experiences may be held with the ward s Boy Scout troop (LDS Scouting Handbook, 6.2). Read Consider the needs of your 11YO s it may be best to camp separately to work on the requirements they need 26

27 Eleven-year-old Scouts may participate in a one-night camp three times each year. No other Scout-sponsored overnight camping should be planned for the eleven-year-old Scouts. Fathers are invited and encouraged to participate in the overnight camping experiences with their sons and with boys whose fathers cannot attend. -- LDS Scouting Handbook 6.2 Have someone read. Fathers are not required to camp with their 11YO son. Definitely invite dads. Each boy only gets three campouts. Don t waste them. 1) Avoid the summer heat. Go when it s cooler and you can all sleep. 2) Plan for advancement requirements like cooking that has to be done on a campout. Depending on boy s birthdays and availability you may need to schedule 4 5 campouts to get each boy 3 campouts. Siblings don t tag along. This is what they have been waiting for Be sure they are prepared for the campout. You want them to have a good experience the first time out. 27

28 Uniforms Wear your uniform Expect Scouts to wear theirs The Boy Scout uniform is khaki. The uniform policy varies according to the ward s troop uniform policy, but most troops have the minimum uniform consisting of the khaki Boy Scout shirt. Some troops have also designed their own matching tee shirts which may be worn as more casual alternatives to the khaki shirts. Scouts in the same troop usually wear neckerchiefs of the same color and design, but this is optional. (ldsbsa.org/parent-resources) SET THE EXAMPLE! You set the standard when it comes to uniforms. We wear a white shirt and tie on Sunday. That s our Sunday uniform. We wear this uniform for Scout activities. Wear your uniform. Expect the boys to do the same. Full uniform includes... Shirt with proper patches, pants, belt, socks (can be expensive, thrift stores and E bay are good sources for used uniforms.) In our troop we wear the full field uniform (Class A) while traveling, and to special events like campfires, Courts of Honor, etc. We wear the activity uniform (Class B) at all other times. This costs <$5. The boys designed it and help print them up. Again, it s up to you to set the example. 28

29 Field Uniform BSA standard Khaki shirt with all the patches Neckerchief BSA Pants or shorts Scout socks, belt if pants require For more formal BSA events, e.g. Woodbadge or a council dinner 29

30 Two-Deep Leadership Two registered adult leaders or one registered adult leader and a parent of a participant (one of whom must be 21 years of age or older) are required on all Scouting trips, outings, classes, and meetings. This includes campouts -- LDS Scouting Handbook 8.7 The bishopric adviser to the Primary or another qualified male adult should be invited to supervise the overnight camping experience when the leader of the eleven-yearold scouts is a woman. Women leaders do not participate in overnight camping with the boys. -- LDS Scouting Handbook 6.2 Two deep, two deep, two deep. Follow YPT policies! Safety comes first. No compromises here. If you have to cancel an activity cancel it. Women don t camp with the boys. Camporees, Training, etc. We use separate facilities. 30

31 One-on-one contact between adults and youth is not permitted. In situations that require personal conferences, such as a Scoutmaster's conference, the meeting is to be conducted in view of other adults and youths. Adult leaders must respect the privacy of youth in situations such as changing clothes and taking showers at camp, and intrude only to the extent that health and safety require. Adults must protect their own privacy in similar situations. Avoid situations that would allow someone to even think that anything inappropriate could be happening. Not worth the risk just to get something passed off. 31

32 Eleven-year-old Scouts may share a tent while camping in fact they should share tents so no one is left all alone. Adult Leaders under no circumstances may share a tent with any Scout A Father may share a tent with his son while on a campout, but no other Scouts or leaders may share that same tent. Father and son only. Again, this is to protect both you and the youth. This is non negotiable. 32

33 Running an Effective Program Next topic. but first. 33

34 Scouting is a Game with a Purpose -- Baden Powell Activities allow Scouts to learn by doing In the words of Scouting s founder.... The game is the camping, the knots, the patrol activities and competitions, the badges, etc. In scouting we send young men into the woods with their buddies, armed with knives and axes and let them play with fire for a 11 year old, it doesn t get any better. That s the game, but it s not the purpose. Boys learn best by doing things. Not by being told, not being shown, but by experiencing things. Scouting allows us to do that in a controlled environment. By participating in weekly Scout meeting and going on campouts, by serving in leadership positions, and earning MB s they grow and develop in ways that can t be matched in a classroom setting. As we help these boys prepare to receive the Aaronic and Melch Priesthood and become missionaries, along the way, many will become Eagle scouts and earn the DtG award, but that is not the ultimate objective Scouting is a tool to help us prepare and train these boys to become YM and YM to become husbands, fathers and leaders. 34

35 Patrol Method Adult Association Uniform Leadership Development Scouting Ideals Outdoors Advancement Personal Growth 35

36 The patrol system is not one method in which Scouting for boys can be carried on. It is the only method. Lord Baden-Powell, Scouting s founder 36

37 In consultation with the ward Primary presidency and the leader of the eleven-yearold Scouts, the bishopric appoints one of the boys to serve as the patrol leader. This patrol leader may meet occasionally with the older troop leaders when they plan events that will include the eleven-year-old patrol. The patrol leader should, with adult leader assistance, choose assistant patrol leaders and assign other duties in the patrol as needed. (LDS Scouting Handbook, 6.2) 37

38 Patrol leader Assistant patrol leader Chaplain Aide Scribe Quartermaster Historian See df/ _pocketcards17.pdf for descriptions Each Scout needs an assignment and needs to know his responsibilities These assignments prepare them to serve in an Aaronic priesthood quorum. Patrol leader lead patrol meeting, lead planning of activities, keep patrol members informed Asst. support patrol leader, lead in patrol leader s absence Chaplain Aide remind to say prayers (find scouts to do the prayers) could add duties e.g. giving spiritual thought or assigning them to the scouts Scribe take attendance at meetings, take note of assignments Quartermaster takes care of equipment (sets up stove and makes sure dishes get washed) Historian takes photos of patrol activities 38

39 scouting Get out of the classroom Go outside The outing is the promise of Scouting. When a boy becomes a scout he doesn t want to just sit in a classroom listening to someone talk. He wants to do things. Get outdoors. GO CAMPING!! (it s the game) Purpose is: 1) Really get to know your boys. Going camping, dealing with rain, sweating when it s hot and trying to stay warm when it s cold, sharing time around a campfire. Share experiences is how you develop relationships with your boys. 2) It also gives you a chance to teach by example. Scripture reading. Bishops, a personal interview once a year is not sufficient to fulfill your sacred duty.go on their campouts. Ezra Taft Benson How many Sunday lessons do you remember? How many campouts? 39

40 Scout Rank award immediately upon completion. Learned while in Webelos Tenderfoot 2 nd Class 1 st Class 40

41 Advancement Eleven-year-old Scouts are encouraged to achieve the rank of First Class before turning twelve years old. -- LDS Scouting Handbook 6.2 This takes planning to accomplish Develop an annual plan get boys involved Do things in parallel work on requirements for Tenderfoot, 2 nd Class and First Class at the same time Must be awarded the ranks in sequence This may seem daunting to a new Scout leader, but with training, organization, and planning, it is very achievable. If the boys move onto YM with their First Class they have a great start toward their Eagle and they ve learned a lot on the way. 41

42 Parallel Advancement - First Aid Tenderfoot: 4a. Show first aid for the following: choking. Second Class: 6b. Show what to do for "hurry" cases of stopped breathing. First Class: 7c. explain the steps (procedures) in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Merit Badge: 6. Describe the early signs and symptoms of each of the following and explain what actions you should take: Shock, Heart attack, Stroke 7a. Describe the conditions that must exist before performing CPR on a person. Then demonstrate proper technique in performing CPR using a training device approved by your counselor. 7b. Explain the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED). One example of parallel advancement Take a month and knock out all the first aid requirements including the merit badge Most recent Scout book has the rank requirements divided by area: Cooking, camping, first aid, etc. 42

43 First class requirements updated Aug 1, 2017: 10 activities outside of patrol meetings: 6 of the 10 must be outdoors, 3 of the 6 must be campouts For the current advancement requirements Scoutbook will have current requirements 43

44 Annual Program Planning Goals: Have a spiritual focus in each meeting Help each boy achieve the First Class Rank and complete Faith in God Prepare each boy to receive the Aaronic Priesthood Things to consider: Calendars School, Church, Family, District/Council Weather Camping in July/August isn t fun Birthdays boys advance on their birthdays Individual interests and needs be flexible Some things to consider when you put together the annual calendar

45 Program Planning Tools Boy Scout Handbook Scout Fieldbook Troop Program Features, Vol. I, II & III Faith in God for Boys Plenty of resources refer to handout Internet is great source of ideas and activities You don t have to reinvent the wheel. This has all been done before many times. 45

46 12 focus areas one per month (have an annual plan that repeats) Camping & Outdoor Ethics Cooking Tools Navigation Nature Aquatics First Aid & Emergency Preparedness Fitness Citizenship Leadership Scout Spirit Service Project Use Program Features for Troops, Teams, and Crews, volumes 1, 2, and 3 (available online) Involve the scouts planning-eyo-program/ Don t need to purchase leader books Check online first Most are on there 46

47 Weekly Meeting Plan Boy size pieces Every boy gets an assignment Faith in God Here s a tool to help you plan and carry out a weekly meeting. You want to have this so the patrol leader can conduct from it. The Troop meeting plan lays out an agenda for a weekly troop meeting. It breaks it down into specific bite size or boy size pieces. Review pieces quickly Each section has someone responsible Every boy needs an assignment. He needs a reason to be there. We re not doing this to entertain them. Include Faith in God in the agenda. Next is an example 47

48 Preopening Instruction Assignments Plan Games Scoutmaster s Minute Review Preopening something besides basketball to do before the meeting starts Opening ceremony Skill instruction short, hands on training, NOT a lecture Patrol meeting boy led, includes assignments Interpatrol activity = GAMES Closing your turn to invite the spirit Relate to things they have done that evening, or recent events. After very important for leaders to evaluate and prepare Blackened scrambled pancakes when boys cook it, they will like it! Other resources games, ceremonies, other activities 48

49 Well Planned and Executed Meetings = Fun + Learning Fast moving Start and end on time Have a written plan Follow a monthly program theme Include Faith in God Communication with parents is essential! It provides a consistent structure something for the boys can get comfortable with both as participant and as leader. Don t skimp on SM minute. Have something prepared, but be ready to draw on something that happened during the meeting. This is your chance to reinforce what YOU want them to learn. Make a spiritual connection. 49

50 The stake Primary president should see that every boy in the stake has an opportunity to attend day camp. Day Camp should provide the 11 year old boys the excitement and fun of putting into practice, in the out of doors, the Scouting skills they have learned and are learning. Day Camp Guide Day Camp should be useful and fun This can be accomplished on a Ward or Stake level. Many Stakes do it on a Stake level. One benefit of this is the boys get to be with a large group of LDS boys. This is often a first for many boys, especially those from smaller units. Great opportunity to use all the methods of Scouting: Scouting Ideals Patrols Outdoors Advancement Personal Growth Adult Association Leadership Development Uniform 50

51 Do what works for you 1-3 days Spring, Summer, Fall, Saturday Consider number of boys attending Ask 11-year-old Scout Leaders what would help them Help with rank advancement Be organized: Plan, Plan, Plan Involve leaders, specialists in your Stake/Ward Keep boys moving, busy and having fun Balance indoor/outdoor activities Involve older Scouts Communicate with families Great opportunity to engage families new to Scouting Show patch and book Don t try to do it all yourself. Make sure all adult leaders are registered and have YPT. Feed them early and often. Break up indoor and outdoor activities. Take game breaks (ie. Dodge ball) if boys are sitting for a long time. 51

52 Weekly Patrol Meetings Sunday Lessons Other Activities Faith in God Campouts Temple and Priesthood Preparation Meeting Day camp All these things can keep our 11YO s focused on building themselves and their relationship with God. The Spirit is key to helping us put all the pieces together. 52

53 Invite the Spirit Always look for opportunities to invite the spirit Sunday lessons Spiritual thoughts/scriptures Campfires Scoutmaster s Minute Faith in God activities There are lessons to learn from almost all Scout activities. The boys may not recognize them, so look for them and point them out. Use Scouting experiences to reinforce what they are taught on Sunday. Take time to have a spiritual thought morning and evening on campouts. Take advantage of outdoor settings to help them feel the spirit. Always close every activity with a brief SM minute. You get the last word. 2 3 minutes at the most. This ensures you finish the activity with something spiritual. 53

54 One of the tools Satan uses against the Church is to convince priesthood holders that they can do tomorrow what they should do today. But the Lord tells us, Wherefore, now let every man learn his duty, and to act in the office in which he is appointed, in all diligence a key word to this counsel is now. In a program as demanding as Scouting, some leaders are concerned and tentative and might feel inadequate or overwhelmed. These feelings are normal. The best way to deal with such feelings is to just jump in now. The Lord has called you, and He will qualify you and bless you to the degree that you learn your responsibilities and magnify your calling. - David L. Beck Have someone read Jump in and get it done. Share personal experience. Testimony. 54

55 REACHING THE ONE This, then is our assignment: to save every boy, thereby assuring a worthy husband for each of our young women, strong Melchizedek Priesthood quorums, and a missionary force trained and capable of accomplishing what the Lord expects. -- Thomas S. Monson Read quote We can t afford to write off any of our YM. Scouting is a great tool for reaching boys who aren t interested in church. Testimony 55

56 BSA National Meetings, San Diego May 26, 2016 Elder Jeffrey R. Holland With all the energy and love for our youth that I have, I testify that our sacred charge and divine responsibility is to love God and our neighbor also. Included on that list of neighbors are these precious young men that we serve. Helping them grow into men of integrity and rectitude is our solemn duty, an oath we declare with the angels of heaven as witnesses. 56

57 LDS Website for 11YO Leaders LDS Scouting Handbook h/young-men/35814_scouthandbook_eng.pdf?lang=eng ldsbsa.org New leader info/training/stan s 11YO Blog 57

58 Meeting activities, youth training, how-to skills videos LOTS Scroll down on page Council website local training, events, special needs, Journey to Excellence Your District website district events, Roundtable info, district contacts your district.shac.org e.g. orion.shac.org 58

59 Questions? Questions? [After taking questions] I have a question for you.... How many of you have a daughter? How many want that daughter to marry a returned missionary? An Eagle scout? A YM who... has a testimony fulfills his priesthood responsibilities Has a good education Treats her with respect 59

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