The Catholic religious recognition programs administered by the Grand Rapids Catholic Committee on Scouting allow young people to explore and become more involved in their Catholic faith.

Please go to our Events page to learn more about upcoming classes for Religious Emblems

Please go to our  Events page to learn more

The quarterly meeting for Grand Rapids Catholic Committee on Scouting.

Meeting at Cathedral Square, 360 Division Ave South, Grand Rapids MI 

Thursday September 24, 2026 7pm.  All are welcome

About The Emblems:

The Bronze Pelican & Elizabeth Ann Seton Award is a local recognition approved by the Diocesan Catholic Committee on Scouting.

Eligibility:

- Any adult who is working in the scouting program under Catholic auspices.

- To Catholics in Scout units not chartered by the Church.

- To those who have made a significant contribution to Scouting in the field of Catholic relationships. This award may be given to Catholic lay men and women, clergy, religious or non-Catholics. No honorary recognition will be made.

Click here for the application 

Nominations will be accepted until November 3rd, 2026