by Vanguard Contributor | Feb 7, 2020 | Current Events, LDS-BSA Blogs
Have you ever wanted to take your family to Philmont Scout Ranch? This summer is your chance! Come to Vision 2020, a unique opportunity for Latter-day Saint families to attend the Philmont Training Center together and learn the skills necessary to continue Scouting!...
by Vanguard Contributor | Apr 25, 2018 | LDS-BSA Blogs, Scouting Stories
Grant H. couldn’t wait to put on his Cub Scout shirt. He had six more months before he turned eight, but in private he wore it around the house with pride. Grant’s mother, Laura, said to him, “I notice when you have your shirt on, you seem happier.” Grant pondered, “I...
by Vanguard Contributor | Mar 30, 2018 | LDS-BSA Blogs, Scott's Brotherhood Blog
I was once a 13-year-old Scout hoping that my troop members would elect me to become a nominee for membership in the Order of the Arrow. Not being particularly popular among my peers, I remember waiting nervously while an OA election team counted votes after...
by Vanguard Contributor | Mar 26, 2018 | LDS-BSA Blogs, Mac's Messages
I love watching the Aaronic Priesthood young men fulfill their duty to God. I am spiritually and emotionally touched every time I witness these faithful servants prepare, bless, and pass the sacrament. I’m amazed when I see them giving selfless service to the Church...
by Vanguard Contributor | Mar 19, 2018 | LDS-BSA Blogs, The Scout-Led Troop
Less than three-weeks ago the Church announced changes to the Young Women Camp Guide. Highlighted among those changes are “eliminating certification and emphasizing youth leaders.” There appears to be a trend in working with youth leaders in the Church. Train them...
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