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Exemplary Scouts

Francis J Parater, Servant of God
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Loving Father,
your servant Frank Parater sought perfection as a student, scout and seminarian. He offered himself to you completely through the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
Through his intercession, may young people answer your call to follow Jesus as priests, deacons and religious.
Grant, as well, the favors I seek, so that your Church will recognize his holiness and proclaim him Blessed.
Grant this through Christ our Lord. Amen.
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+Walter F. Sullivan
Bishop of Richmond

Welcome!

Scouting is Youth Ministry!

For many years, the Catholic Church has recognized that scouting also teaches our youth how to be good disciples, responsible and active in their parishes and assists them in growing in faith. The Diocese of Fall River seeks to support scouts, their parents, scout leaders and local parishes. Scouting is Youth Ministry. It doesn’t take the place of youth ministry or the faith formation that occurs in the family and the parish, but complements it. I encourage you, whether you are a scout, family member, Youth Minister, Religious Education professional or clergy, to take a look to see what we have to offer.

Please check back often to see new offerings and activities that may be of interest. If you have a suggestion, please do not hesitate to contact me. If you are interested in serving on one of the committees or events found on this site, I encourage you to contact one of the chairpersons. We’d love to have you join us in this very special and important mission!

Peace,
Fr. David

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Stay up to date with all the latest news at fallrivercatholicscouting.wordpress.com. See an excerpt from the blog below, and remember to check it out often!

It is with great pleasure that I announce that Bishop George W. Coleman has appointed Susan Rogers to a three year term as Chair of the new Diocese of Fall River Catholic Committee on Scouting. Bishop Coleman was very happy with Susan’s service to the Church in Catholic Scouting and as a catechist in her parish. He felt that she possesses the experience and skills that are needed to build up the apostolate of Catholic Scouting here in the Diocese of Fall River.

The news of Susan’s appointment also came with news of the Bishop’s acceptance of a proposed structure for the committee. The tasks before us right now are to finalize a committee structure, establish standing committees and leadership for these committees, committee by-laws and procedures which need to be in compliance with Diocese of Fall River Child Protection policies as well as those policies established by the relevant scouting organizations. Information will be coming soon.

Please join me in congratulating Susan and wishing her luck has she begins her new role in Catholic Scouting!

Peace,
Father David

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If you are parent or adult volunteer and would be interested in helping the Committee in fulfilling its mission of support scouting and scouts, please send Fr. David an email at fatherdavid@catholicscout.org.

If you are a high school student in scouting (Girl Scouts or Boy Scouts) and would like to participate in the work of the committee, Venture Crew 1904 is for you! More information can be found here on the website, by emailing Father David or visiting us on Facebook!
Those who have twitter, if you follow Catholicscout, you will get a daily thought and updates from the Committee as they happen.