Boy and Girl

SCOUTS OF AMERICA

Scouting at the Greek Orthodox Community has been a long tradition
for more than 25 years!  

The Assumption of Theotokos Cathedral Church under the leadership of Father Jordan this year offers:

  • Cub Scout troop k -5th  grade for boys and girls 

  • Scout Troop for Boys 10-14 years   

  • Scout Troop for Girls 10-14 years

  • Venturing troop 14-17 years for boys and girls

We are currently registering children of all ages. Join us for a variety of activities such as camping, woodcraft, aquatics, hiking, backpacking, sports, camping, and many other national and international events.   

Scouting helps youth develop academic skills, self-confidence, ethics, leadership skills, and citizenship skills.

Pack Troop - Boys & Girls 4-10 years old
Luke Kingsley | Cub Scout Master
Lukekingsley18@gmail.com 

Boys Troop 10 - 14 years old
Mihalis Veletas | Scout Master
mveletas@gmail.com 

Venture Troop - Boys & Girls 14-17 years old
Taki Vlasakakis | Crew Advisor
taki.vlasakakis@gmail.com 

Girls Troop 10 - 14 years old
Alyssa Eliopoulos | Girls Troop Master
alyssaelio@gmail.com 

Email Andreas Mykoniatis for any other questions : andmykoniatis@hotmail.com 

When it comes to youth groups, we understand you have a variety of choices.
So, you might be asking, Why choose scouting?”

 

  1. Comprehensive Skill Development: Unlike many youth groups that focus on a specific area, scouting is all about holistic development. We don't just focus on physical or academic skills but foster emotional intelligence, teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving abilities - preparing your child for all aspects of life. 

  2. Learning by Doing: Scouting uses a hands-on approach to learning, far from traditional classroom methods. Scouts learn survival skills, navigation, first aid, and much more - all while having fun. 

  3. Respect for the Environment: In an era where environmental awareness is more important than ever, scouting instills a deep respect for nature and educates on sustainable practices.  

  4. Emphasis on Character: Scouts are guided by a code of honor and principles that shape their character and inspire them to be responsible and active citizens. 

  5. Community Service: Scouting teaches children the joy of giving back to their community, instilling a sense of social responsibility and empathy. 

  6. Outdoor Adventures: From hiking and camping to rock climbing and rafting, scouting is an adventure that gets kids active and out of their comfort zones in the best possible way. 

When you choose Troop 102, you’re choosing a well-rounded, character-building, adventure-filled experience for your child. If that’s the kind of youth group you’ve been searching for, we’d love to welcome you to our community.  

Here are a few examples of our exciting scouting activities: 

  • Camping Trips: Whether it’s hiking up a mountain or camping under the stars, these activities are perfect for developing teamwork, problem-solving skills, and a love for the great outdoors. 

  • Survival Skill Training: From navigating using a compass to building a shelter or starting a fire, we provide scouts with hands-on survival skill training. 

  • Community Service Projects: Be it cleaning a park or volunteering at a local shelter, we involve our scouts in community service projects to cultivate a sense of empathy and responsibility. 

  • Craftsmanship and Innovation: Our activities range from traditional crafts like knot tying and woodworking to modern challenges involving coding or robotics. 

  • Environment Conservation: We conduct workshops and field trips focused on environmental education and sustainable practices, fostering respect and care for our planet. 

  • Leadership Challenges: Scouts engage in leadership exercises and challenges to develop their leadership skills and foster self-confidence. 

  • Fitness Activities: To promote health and fitness, we conduct activities like cycling, swimming, obstacle courses, and more. 

  • Cultural Exchange: We occasionally invite scout groups from different cultures for meet-ups and exchange programs to foster global understanding and respect for diversity.

The mission of the Boy Scouts of America 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. Troop 102 seeks to condition and develop the physical, mental and spiritual capabilities of each Boy Scout while fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect and Christian love.

SCOUT OATH

On my honor I will do my best
To do my duty to God and my country
and to obey the Scout Law;
To help other people at all times;
To keep myself physically strong,
mentally awake, and morally straight.

SCOUT LAW

A SCOUT IS…

Trustworthy
Loyal
Helpful
Friendly
Courteous
Kind

Obedient
Cheerful
Thrifty
Brave
Clean
Reverent


The Boy Scouts of America will prepare every eligible youth in America to become a responsible, participating citizen and leader who is guided by the Scout Oath and Law.

Your Orthodox Church, in partnership with Boy Scouts of America/Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. and the Standing Conference of Canonical Eastern Orthodox Bishops in the Americas, wholeheartedly endorses Scouting and urges parish councils and the Reverend Clergy to sponsor this program on a local level. Too often we fail to see the possibilities that this program offers in the Christian education of our youth.

Boy Scouts of America tell us in effect “Here is a program for you to use as you wish. We will provide you the resources and framework for your program and help train your leaders.” What more do we ask? The unit or units once established belong to the church and the Boy Scouts will issue charters. The priest and Parish Council have the responsibility of appointing Christian leaders to guide the activities of the units. The Girl Scouts appoint their leaders.

There are two types of troops a parish may sponsor. On the one hand there is the closed troop whose membership is open only to Orthodox Scouts; on the other hand, there is the opened troop whose membership is not restricted in any way. Each parish is free to chose its own program.


WHAT DOES SCOUTING OFFER A CHURCH?

  • A program for boys/girls tailored to the local parish and administrated by the church, through the Priest and Parish Council.

  • An opportunity of reading, teaching and training boys & girls and thus strengthening the parish.

  • A cooperative program in which the Church, troop, school and home work together.

  • Helpful up-to-date literature and program aids for the leaders.

  • Assistance and guidance from competent professional and volunteer Scout leaders and also from the local Scout council office.

  • Scouting does not detract from existing youth programs. Rather, they provide a Church-centered program of education and outdoor activities which supplements other youth ministries in the parish.


SCOUTING IN THE PARISH LIFE

Scouting has many objectives that are common with those of our Holy, Orthodox Church. As a program devised especially for the formative years of our Orthodox youth, Scouting encourages a better Christian life; it aids in building character and developing wholesome habits and effective citizenship activities. The Scout motto “Be Prepared” implies not only physical and mental but also spiritual, moral preparedness.

Scouting works hand and hand with the Church on all levels. A properly organized and supervised Scout program in a parish can do a great deal in keeping our youth close to the Church and its many varied, wholesome, character building activities; it trains boys and girls to be of service to God, country, and fellowmen – all of which constitutes a Christian upbringing.

Finally, it trains our boys/girls not only how to be contributing citizens of tomorrow, but also participating members and leaders in our Holy Faith. We have many examples of Scouts participating as acolytes, choir members, Sunday school teachers, and in various other capacities in our parish life. A number of the Boy Scouts even found themselves drawn to the Holy Priesthood as a result of the close contact they had with their priest through this program.

Scouting reaches every member of the family and leads him/her into the parish life of our churches. This program cannot be expected to cure all parish problems, but it can rally the youth around the priest with a Church-centered, wholesome program of education and fun.