Frequently Asked Questions
Who can earn these awards?
Girls and boys in American Heritage Girls, Campfire Girls & Boys, Girl Scouts, and Jr. Daughters & Jr. Knights of Peter Claver, in grades Kindergarten through 12th grade. A trained moderator will guide and assist them in earning these awards. These awards can be earned in a group setting or individually with the help of a moderator, who can be a parent, leader, or other adult.
What if I'm not trained?
Does training expire?
We ask that everyone refresh their training every 3 years to stay current as the awards and books to change.
How do I order books?
Contact the Office of Lifelong Formation.
How do I order the awards?
Contact the Office of Lifelong Formation.
What medals are handed out at Holy Name Cathedral?
The Marian Medal (Mary, First Disciple) the Spirit Alive, and Missio medals are handed out, along with the adult awards.
What if I'm not able to make the ceremony at Holy Name Cathedral.
Contact Betty Slad to make arrangements to get your award.
How should I hand out other awards?
A special awards ceremony would be appropriate. You can also talk to your pastor and discuss handing them out (and having them blessed) during Mass.
Why do our young people want to earn these awards?
In addition to the program they are already completing which often includes service and learning life skills, these awards give the young people a chance to share and learn more about their faith, as well as grow in it.
What is the deadline to order awards?
Awards for God Is Love, Family of God, I Live My Faith, and the Puella Mariae can be sent anytime. Be aware that during the spring is the busiest time, and we only keep a limited amount of awards on hand, be sure to order early to make sure your awards arrive on time.
The Marian (Mary, First Disciple) Spirit Alive, and Missio award are handed out at the Cathedral in the early spring, and submission of the forms (from the back of the books) and payment for the medals (no shipping needed) must be before January 16.
The deadline for adult awards, The Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton and Saint Anne award are due by January 5.