Ministries 101: Boy Scout Troop 990

MINISTRY 3: BOY SCOUT TROOP 990

Mission / purpose: The Boy Scouts of America is one of the nation's largest and most prominent values-based youth development organizations. The BSA provides a program for young people that builds character, trains them in the responsibilities of participating citizenship and develops personal fitness.

Length of existence in parish: 20 years, founded in September 1990

Gifts, talents or interests that parishioners in your ministry possess: You name it we use it! Main gift is the desire to mentor boys in their journey to adulthood.

Current needs: Adult leaders to mentor boys in character building and leadership skills as they journey toward manhood

Upcoming events: There is a public calendar at www.troop990.org.

Most people don’t know our ministry (unknown fact): One hundred eight scouts from Troop 990 have made the rank of Eagle.



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Ministries 101: Religious education volunteers

Ministry Expo 2009

MINISTRY 2: RELIGIOUS EDUCATION VOLUNTEERS


Mission: Religious education helps form the faith of ages 3 to 10 by using a variety of learning tools.

Length of existence in parish: Since 1984 / 1985


Gifts, talents or interests that parishioners in your ministry possess: Creativity 

Current needs: Always in need of an outgoing person who is willing to help teach preschool and elementary students.


Upcoming events: Religious education is offered every Sunday!


Most people don’t know our ministry (unknown fact): This is no secret, but we have fabulous gifted teachers!



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