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United Methodist Churches Encouraged to Celebrate Scout Sunday
Congregations across the United Methodist Church are reminded to observe Scout Sunday, a special time set aside to recognize the ministry of Scouting and its impact on faith formation, leadership development, and service among young people.
Scout Sunday provides an opportunity for churches to celebrate Scouts, Scouters, and partnering congregations, and to lift up the long-standing partnership between Scouting ministries and The United Methodist Church. Many congregations will welcome Scouts in uniform, offer prayers for youth and leaders, and highlight the values of duty to God, service to others, and ethical leadership. It is an opportunity to invite Scouts to serve in the church's worship.
Churches are encouraged to plan worship elements that recognize Scouts, acknowledge adult volunteers, and share how Scouting extends the congregation’s ministry to children, youth, and families.
Helpful planning resources, worship ideas, and promotional materials are available through the United Methodist Scouting Ministry at www.methodistscouter.org/2025/12/29/scout-sunday-resources-2026/
Additional support and information on men’s ministry and Scouting partnerships can be found through United Methodist Men at www.UMMen.org
By observing Scout Sunday, United Methodist congregations affirm their commitment to nurturing disciples of Jesus Christ through character-building programs that emphasize faith, service, and leadership.
This content was originally published by United Methodist Men; republished with permission on ResourceUMC.org on January 22, 2026.