Scouting America annually celebrates its founding on February 8. Scout Sunday is always the Sunday preceding February 8, unless the 8th is a Sunday, in which case the 8th is Scout Sunday. The NCCS has compiled resources regarding the celebration of Scout Sunday in the parish.
Girl Scout Sunday kicks off Girl Scout Week each March and always includes Girl Scouts’ birthday, March 12. Girl Scout Sunday allows girls to be recognized as a Girl Scout at their parish. Information on planning an event for Girl Scout Sunday can be found here.
We want to celebrate your event. Please send pictures from your Parish Scout Sunday Celebration to[email protected].
For more information on these and other scouting events, please email [email protected] or call Tressi Breecher at 512-949-2464.
Upcoming Events
Scouts Read Sacred Text Worldwide | May 7, 2026
Sacred texts provide an important way for Scouts to connect with their religious beliefs, that’s why Scouts Read Sacred Texts can be so valuable to youth and their families. The event is held in conjunction with the U.S. National Day of Prayer. Youth are encouraged to read their text on that day—or anytime that week, when it’s convenient.
Scouts Read Sacred Texts, an initiative originating from Scouting America’s National Religious Relationships Committee, is now a worldwide invitation to Youth - designed to inspire them to set aside some time to read a sacred text from their religion. Click here for more information.
Diocesan Catholic Committee on Scouting Quarterly Meeting
The Diocesan Catholic Committee on Scouting meets quarterly to assess the needs of our Catholic Scouting population and to plan age-appropriate events to foster a deeper appreciation of our faith. In addition, the committee sponsors adult counselor training for religious emblem awards and an annual day retreat for scouts from all affiliations. If you have a topic you think needs to be addressed or would like to attend, please contact DCCS chair, Stephen Harris.
Upcoming Committee Meetings
May 9, 2026 | DCCS quarterly meeting | 10 a.m. | Diocesan Pastoral Center, Austin
Aug 22, 2026 | DCCS quarterly meeting | 10 a.m. | Diocesan Pastoral Center, Austin
Nov 7, 2026 | DCCS quarterly meeting | 10 a.m. | Diocesan Pastoral Center, Austin
Scouting Catholic Family Retreat | Aug. 1, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m
Save the Date! The 5th Annual Scouting Family Retreat will be held at Eagle's Wings Retreat Center. More information coming soon.