Fr. Avery Daniel, a native of Atlanta, GA., is a priest of the Archdiocese of Atlanta where he currently serves as the parochial vicar of St. Benedict parish in Johns Creek. In August of this year, Archbishop Hartmayer also appointed Fr. Avery, a 2011 Eagle Scout, as the chaplain of the Atlanta Catholic Committee on… Read More »
Adult leaders interested in being counselors for religious emblems should be Catholics in good standing with their parish of registration, these adults must be current in the necessary Archdiocesan Youth Protection Training and background check called Virtus Protecting God’s Children before working with children. The AACCOS counselor training courses are also offered to give an… Read More »
On August 10-14th, 2024 the ICCS met in Cairo, Egypt to select the new world committee. We are excited to introduce the new leaders: Antoine Moussally from Egypt (Chairman), Phil Krajec from US (Secretary General), Marcelin Deine from Senegal (Vice-chair), and Andrea Abrate (Italy) Treasurer. Congratulations to all, in particular to Phil who is member… Read More »
We are pleased to announce that David Soberano, Scout from the Flint River Council in Georgia, has received a College Scholarship from the NCCS. David is a high school graduate and Eagle Scout who has demonstrated outstanding leadership and service in the community, church, and scouting. He also received a NCCS Catholic Religious Emblem under… Read More »
The 2024 Annual Archbishop’s Scout Mass will be on Saturday, June 29, 2024, at Transfiguration Catholic Church located at 1815 Blackwell Rd, Marietta, GA 30066. The Mass is scheduled for 11:00 AM. and Scouts should arrive by 10:00AM. Class A uniforms.
Attention Rising High School Seniors for 2025: The National Catholic Committee on Scouting has announced scholarships for 2025. Applicants need only to submit one application to be considered for all awards. Online applications will be available on September 1, 2024 Emmett J. Doerr Memorial Distinguished Scout Scholarship The National Catholic Committee on Scouting® has established… Read More »
Bert Adams Scout Camp Location: Ashley Training, Time: 5pmJune 2, June 9, June 16, June 23. Woodruff Scout Camp. Location: Nature Lodge, Time: 7:15pmJune 2, June 9, June 16, June 23, June 30, July 7, July 14; Camp Rainey MountainJune 9, June 16, June 23, June 30, July 7, July 14 Camp Thunder. Location: Chapel,… Read More »
Groups are forming at various churches and locations. Scouts interested in working on their religious emblems should contact the religious emblem counselors at their churches or Mr. Brian for more information. Please reach out to Brian regarding any questions about the Religious Emblems for youth and Unit Awards. Brian’s contact information: BSA Religious Emblems Chair… Read More »
The deadline for submission of the 2026 St. George Trek application has been extended to September 30, 2025 and the completed application should be sent to: Mrs. Vickie Voll via email to Vickie.Voll@gmail.com The Atlanta Archdiocesan Catholic Committee on Scouting is accepting applications from those Scouts BSA and Venture Scouts interested in attending the 2026 St. George Trek on July 1-18, 2026, at the Philmont Scout Ranch in Cimarron, New Mexico. The… Read More »
Here’s a great story from the Georgia Bulletin about the Yancy Brothers who, after 55 years, were re-presented with their Ad Altare Dei medals by Archbishop Gregory.