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Scouting Ministry

The United Methodist Scouting Ministries Committee of the General Commission on United Methodist Men has created a volunteer position to help local churches establish and expand scouting ministry opportunities.

Requirements of a Scouting Ministry Specialist (SMS)

  1. Be 21 years of age or older.

  2. Provide proof of youth protection training and/or take an online sexual ethics and safe sanctuaries course.

  3. Show a record of scouting/youth ministry experience.

  4. Read Scouting Guidelines.

  5. Submit $10 to become enrolled as a scouting ministry specialist.

 

Responsibilities of a Scouting Ministry Specialist (SMS)

  1. Provide information about national awards

  2. Introduce churches to the God and Country series.

  3. Encourage church leaders to attend regional and national training opportunities. (See below for upcoming training events.)

  4. Assist with bishop’s dinners and other district and conference events.

  5. Cultivate relationships with conference and district leaders.

 

Scouting Ministry Specialist in North Georgia

Walt Stephens (E-mail) This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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