The Spirit Alive
The Spirit Alive program is designed for students in grades 9-12. The program assists them in discovering how the Holy Spirit moves in their lives, calling them to greater participation in the church’s ministry.
Program Objectives
- It assists scouts in discovering how the Holy Spirit moves in their lives, calling them to greater participation in the church’s ministry. The four chapters cover:
- The Holy Spirit Alive in Scripture
- The Holy Spirit Alive in the Catholic Church
- The Holy Spirit Alive in Prayer
- The Holy Spirit Alive in Your Life
- Activities are an integral part of The Spirit Alive process. Because different people have different learning styles, there are four categories of activities to choose from for chapters 1-3: written, artistic, interactive, and digital. The activity in Chapter 4 is the service component of the process.
Eligibility
- Girls in grades 9-12 who are enrolled in Girl Scouts and have completed the Marian Medal.
Requirements
- Each Girl Scout have her own The Spirit Alive book.
- The book is designed for the Girl Scout and her parent(s) or group leader to work together.
- Diocesan and Girl Scout Youth Protection policies must be followed.
Getting Started
- Emblem Books may be obtained by contacting at the Diocese of Rochester.
- Although the book could be completed in four to six hours, the goal of earning a religious emblem is to help the Girl Scout develop a personal relationship with God, so it is suggested that steps be spread over several weeks. This will help the Girl Scout understand that this is a long-term commitment, not a one-time project.
Scout's Role
- Actively work on the activities with her parent(s) or group leader.
- Keep the Religious Emblems Coordinator (Pastor, Youth Minister, or Faith Formation Director) informed of her progress.
Parent(s)/Group Leader Role
- Actively work on the activities with their scout. She may need your help with Bible readings and getting information.
- Keep the Religious Emblems Coordinator (Pastor, Youth Minster, or Faith Formation Director) informed of their progress.
- The leader’s guide is separate from the youth workbook and can be obtained by contacting at the Diocese of Rochester.
Program Completion
- When a Girl Scout completes all steps, she is to present the book to her parish priest or the priest representative and the book is reviewed with the Girl Scout.
- After the pastor or his representative signs the book and the application form, only the application form, order form and check are sent to:
Diocese of Rochester
c/o Mark Capellazzi
Diocesan Liaison for Catholic Scouting
1150 Buffalo Road
Rochester, NY 14624
- Once materials (application form, order form, and check) are received and approved, the religious emblem will be mailed to the scout unless otherwise specified by the person submitting the materials or the Diocesan Liaison for Catholic Scouting.
- Details regarding the annual religious emblem ceremony will also be mailed to the scout at the appropriate time.