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The Emblem
The Good Shepherd Emblem is a national recognition for adults who have
rendered outstanding service to Baptist youth through their church and
one of the national youth-serving agencies (Boy Scouts of America, Girl
Scouts of the U.S.A., or Camp Fire USA). The emblem is made available through the Association of Baptists for Scouting in cooperation with the national youth serving agencies. Self and spouse nominations will not be accepted. The Good Shepherd award package contains a medal that
can be worn around the neck, a lapel pin and an 8 1/2" x 11" personalized color certificate.
Eligibility
A Good Shepherd recipient should:
1. Be 18 years or older.
2. Demonstrate leadership as a “Good Shepherd” in his or her service to
youth.
3. Have a minimum of five years of active service in local church
ministry.
4. Have a minimum of five years of active service in one or more
national youth-serving agencies (BSA, GSUSA, CFUSA).
5. Actively participate in the worship life and program of his or her
congregation and be of substantial Christian character.
6. Assist in and encourage youth to serve their Lord through the God and Country program.
7. Display outstanding service in organizing, promoting, and
strengthening youth-serving agency units operated by Baptist
churches.
8. Cooperate with youth-serving agencies in promoting a “Duty to God”
emphasis.
9. Live the Christ-like life in other community affairs and
organizations (Colossians 1:10). This is a most important item.
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