Faith-Based Celebrations

Scout Sunday, Scout Sabbath (Shabbat), and Scout Jumuah are faith based celebrations observed each February by Scouting America. These observances highlight the Scout Law point, “A Scout is Reverent,” and provide an opportunity for Scouts to honor their faith, thank their chartered organizations, and share the Scouting program with their religious communities. The celebrations are typically scheduled around Scouting America’s anniversary on February 8, although exact dates vary by faith tradition. Scout Sunday is usually observed on a Sunday, Scout Sabbath takes place from Friday sunset through Saturday sunset, and Scout Jumuah is observed from Thursday sunset through Friday sunset.

Units are encouraged to use the provided PowerPoint presentations to help share information about their unit and the Scouting program during these observances.

How Scouts Participate

• Wear uniforms: Scouts attend their house of worship in full field uniform.

• Participate in services: Scouts may assist with flag ceremonies, readings, presentations of religious emblems or awards, or help with service elements such as collecting offerings.

• Service projects: Units may offer to support their religious organization through cleanup projects or other acts of service.

• Share Scouting: Scouts and leaders can host information tables or speak with members of the congregation about Scouting’s values and impact.
  

Scout Sunday

For Christian faiths, usually the Sunday before or on Feb 8th, celebrating Duty to God and the Scouting anniversary.

Scout Sabbath (Shabbat)

The Jewish observance from Friday sunset to Saturday sunset, recognizing Scouting's role in Jewish communities.

Scout Jumuah

The Islamic observance from Thursday sunset to Friday sunset, celebrating Muslim Scouts and their contributions.