Today is Scout Sunday – a day to recognize the contributions of young people and adults to Scouting. Today is also one of those days that is in line with being reverent.
The 12th point of the Scout law reads… A Scout Is Reverent
But what does that mean – to be reverent?
By definition, it means “feeling, exhibiting, or characterized by reverence; deeply respectful”
So being reverent isn’t specific to a particular religion – it means to be respectful. Treat others how you would want to be treated, say kind things, not hurtful…you know what I am getting at.
See, respect is a powerful thing. Respect is the objective, unbiased consideration and regard for the rights, values, beliefs and property of all people. It is the virtue of honoring somebody like your elders, your teachers, your peers, and maybe a scoutmaster or two.
Respect for OURSELVES guides our morals; respect for OTHERS guides our manners.
Respect is definitely a part of scouting. An example: This Christmas season, our scouts were selling wreaths near a local diner. A Suffolk County policeman suddenly appeared, motioned to one of our scouts, and then rushed into the diner with three scouts towing medical equipment. The cook had a stroke, and the scouts helped the officer contain the situation until the EMTs arrived. This policeman had respect for our scouts, and the scouts in return rose to the occaision and helped a person in need. I’m happy to announce that the Suffolk county police will be honoring these three scouts – jamesG, peterT & evanP – with a visit tomorrow to recognize their actions. Respect goes both ways.
So, on this scout Sunday, I would like to say how proud we are of our scouts in attendance, and the adult leaders & parents who support our scouts efforts.
