Leadership & Training
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Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM)
Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) is the Diocese of Austin program promoting safe environments, child & youth protection, and ethical behavior in all ministries. For the safety of our children, all volunteers in the Diocese of Austin are required to comply with all EIM policies. This is in addition to the training required by your scouting organization.
To become compliant:- Complete a one-time, online volunteer application and background check
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Pre-register and attend an Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) workshop every three years
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Adult Leadership & Counselor Training
Lay Apostolate Formation
Lay Apostolate Formation is the process by which Catholic Scouters create greater awareness of our role to "seek the kingdom of God by engaging in temporal affairs and by ordering them according to the plan of God." We will examine scouting as a form of youth ministry and our call to leadership, holiness, conversion, and worship through reflection on sacred scripture. Bring a Roman Catholic bible with you to the class. At the end of this day-long course, we review Lay Catholic Scout Chaplain training requirements. This course is required of all Religious Emblem Counselors.
The next scheduled training is scheduled for March 29 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Diocese of Austin Pastoral Center. (lunch will be served). Click here to register.
Religious Emblem Counselor (REC)REC training is for Catholic adults who wish to become certified as religious emblem counselors or any Catholic adult who assists in scouting. This process will prepare you to lead scouts (grades 7 and above) on a faith journey in Catholic spirituality so that they can earn the Catholic religious emblems.
In addition, you will learn how to teach the Ad Altare Dei and Pope Pius XII Roman Catholic Religious Emblems for Boy Scouts and Venturers. Other faith formation activities for girls and boys in Scouting as sponsored by the National Catholic Committee on Scouting and the National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry, including Footsteps of the American Saints, the Rosary and Marian activities, and the Light of Christ and Parvuli Dei Emblems for Cub Scouts will also be discussed. Learn about the Saint George Trek at Philmont and how to plan a beautiful Scout Sunday Mass in your parish.
The next scheduled training is scheduled for March 29 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Diocese of Austin Pastoral Center. (lunch will be served). Click here to register.Classes are required for those seeking to be a Scout BSA Lay Chaplain. These courses are designed for those who work with youth, to (1) introduce adult leaders to the field and study of comprehensive youth ministry, and (2) equip adults with the necessary theological, pastoral and leadership skills to serve and minister to the adolescent community and (3) empower adults who are beginning their ministry to adolescents. Find out more about this training opportunity here.
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DCCS Leadership
Diocesan Chair Ronda Motl Diocesan Vice-Chair Karen Gallus Treasurer Vacant Secretary Beth Thorson Subcommittee Chair for Communications Gina Lawson |
Stephen HarrisSubcommittee Chair for Nomination Derek Fortin Subcommittee Chair for Religious Awards and Emblems Enrique Trejo Subcommittee Chair for Programs and Activities Karen Gallus Subcommittee Chair for Adult Training Lloyd Motl |
Erik KlineDiocesan Scouting Chaplain Rev. Will Rooney Office of Youth, Young Adult and Campus Ministry Alison Tate At-Large Members Frank Alvarez -
For more Austin DCCS information, click the below links:
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NCCS Trainingnational catholic leadership development
Continuum of Adult Catholic Leadership Training
The NCCS Training Committee provides a full toolbox of quality adult leadership training available in a variety of delivery options and locations for everyone who interacts with Catholic Scouting. This includes pastors, youth ministers and other parish staff, diocesan/eparchial staff, Scouting volunteers, and parents of Scouts. No matter what your area of responsibility and experience is, you are sure to find course offerings that will help meet your specific needs. Check back from time to time as new offerings are constantly in development and will be posted as they become available.
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