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Draw young people closer to Christ and help them grow stronger in faith and in service to God. Have fun earning a P.R.A.Y. award with pizza, gameboxes, and more!

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P.R.A.Y. Program and Scouts BSA

Scout Religious Knot
Scouter Religious Knot - The Leader

The knot above is the Scout's first knot they could potentially wear on their uniform. The United Methodist Church amongst many other Christian Churches partner with Pray Pub to foster faith in our youth.

This knot is the Scouter Religious knot that may be provided to a leader by Knightdale United Methodist Church. An example of earning this knot may be by teaching the various courses offered by Pray Pub. Learn more on our Adult Awards and Recognition page.

By completing at least one course during the Scout's tenure as a Pack member, either the God & Me or the God & Family program, will earn the Scout their first knot! A very important knot in their journey.

God and ME
God and Family

The God and Me curriculum is designed to help children become best friends with Jesus and tell their story of “God and Me” together.

Curriculum Goals:
  • To provide an opportunity for young people and families to explore their faith together
  • To help children realize that God is active in every part of their lives
  • To help children know that Jesus is their best friend
  • To memorize the Lord’s Prayer
GAMEBoxes

Children will make a game in each lesson and keep their games in a GAMEBox (God And Me Exploring BOX). These games will reinforce the Bible lessons and provide opportunities for families to explore God's love together.

Outline Preview

(Full requirements are found in the P.R.A.Y. Booklets)

Introduction
Jesus Blesses the Children – Matthew 19:13-15
Section 1: God Created Me
Children will study the creation story and learn that God was pleased with all creation. They will acknowledge God as Creator and give praise to God.
Section 2: Jesus is God’s Gift to Me
Children will learn of God’s love through Jesus. As they tell parallel stories of their own birth and the birth of Jesus, they will proclaim that Jesus was born to be their Savior.
Section 3: I Can Talk with God
Children will learn how important prayer was to Jesus and that God wants them to pray. They will learn four parts of prayer to help them share their thoughts with God. Children will be required to memorize the Lord’s Prayer.
Section 4: Because God Cares for Me, I Can Care for Others
As children learn to lean on God as their Good Shepherd, they will be challenged to reach out and be “good shepherds” to those around them.

The God and Family curriculum is designed to help youth understand the importance of family and God’s role in a healthy family.

Curriculum Goals:
  • To provide an opportunity for young people and families to explore their faith together
  • To learn six ways of strengthening families through faith
  • To help families grow in God’s love
  • To memorize the Ten Commandments
Pizza!

Children will compare families and “pizza.” The six steps for making pizza will give students a concrete, “hands-on” model on which to build their understanding of God’s love for their families. They will make a pizza as they study how families can grow together in God’s love, and they will choose “family projects” to be done with their family at home.

Outline Preview

(Full requirements are found in the P.R.A.Y. Booklets)

Introduction
Joshua’s Family Will Serve God – Joshua 24:14-15
Crust-Foundation – We are God’s Family
Every pizza needs a crust or foundation. Families need foundations, too. Students will read passages from Deuteronomy and Matthew to learn how families need to build their foundations on God and on God’s love.
Sauce – Family Heritage, Spiritual Heritage
Every pizza has sauce (which has simmered over time). Like the sauce, a family’s heritage grows over time. A family’s heritage, especially its Christian heritage, is an important part of its identity. Students will learn about Ruth (how she came to faith through marriage) and Jesus (how he was brought up in the faith from infancy on) and realize that even though our faith journeys may differ, our faith in Christ is the same.
Toppings – Our Talents and Gifts Strengthen Our Families
The toppings on a pizza make each pizza unique. Like the toppings, the individual members of a family bring unique gifts and talents that strengthen and make their family special. Students will read about Moses and Aaron, two brothers with very different gifts, and Timothy, a young man with the gift of faith. Students will be challenged to name their own gifts and the special gifts in each member of their family.
Cheese – In God’s Family We’re Loved No Matter What! Because We’re Loved, We Follow Rules
The cheese on a pizza covers everything and holds it together. Families need to be held together, too. Christian rules and guidelines can help families relate to each other and live together as God’s family. Students will study Jesus lost in the temple and the parable of the prodigal son and discuss WHY we need rules. They will then be required to memorize the Ten Commandments.
Bake – Being in God’s Family Helps Us When Things Are Tough
When pizza comes out of a hot oven, it’s better than ever! Families can be like pizza: by relying on God, families can come through the heat of tough times and be even stronger. Students will study Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the fiery furnace, and Paul and Silas in prison, and be challenged to name the “faith tools” that can help their families in tough times.
Eat, Share, Enjoy! – In God’s Family, We Share as a Response to God’s Love
Pizza tastes good: it nourishes our bodies and satisfies our hunger. Pizza is fun to share: everybody loves a pizza party. Families are like pizza: they need to provide spiritual nourishment for family members, and they need to share the good news of Jesus Christ with those around them. Students will read about the feeding of the five thousand and the Great Commission to learn the importance of sharing God’s love with other people.

Mission Statement

“The mission of Scouts BSA is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law.”

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