The General Authority of the Scouts and Guides of the Latin Patriarchate
The Scout and Guide Movement is a voluntary, non-political educational movement open to all, regardless of origin, gender, or creed, in accordance with the Scout purpose, principles, and method.
The main objective of the Scout and Guide Movement is to contribute to the education and development of young men and women to achieve their full spiritual, intellectual, social, and physical potential as individuals and responsible citizens in their local, national, and global communities.
Summary of the History and Activities of the General Authority for Scouts and Guides of the Latin Patriarchate of Jordan:
The General Authority for Scouts and Guides of the Latin Patriarchate was established in 1989 through the efforts of the existing scouting and guiding groups at that time…
to serve as an umbrella organization for all groups affiliated with Latin churches in Jordan, facilitating coordination among them, preparing for joint activities, and representing them both internally and externally…
Preparing boys to be good citizens
Instilling virtuous values and morals in them
Instilling in them a spirit of loyalty, sacrifice, and devotion to God and country
Teaching them courage and developing their observational skills
Training them in leadership, democratic life, and taking responsibility
Developing their hobbies and artistic skills through the badge system
Raising the level of youth in terms of (religious, national, social, physical)
To accustom them to teamwork and to eradicate selfishness and egotism from their souls
Instilling a love for volunteer work and community service
Christ the king /Misdar
Apostels / north zarqa
Lady of the Annunciation /AL-luwaibdeh
Mary, Mother of the Church / Marka
St. Paul’s / Al-Jubaiha
Sacred Heart of Jesus / Tla’a Al-Ali
f the Immaculate Conception / Al-husun
John the Baptist / Madaba
the Virgin Mary of Nazareth / Sweifieh
Martyrs of Jordan / Marj Al Hamam
the Assumption of the Virgin Mary / Salt
Officially recognized by the Jordan Scouts and Guides Association since 1994, all groups are registered with the National Scout and Guide Sector or are in the process of registration.
A member of the Catholic Scout Conference since 1994, affiliated with the Europe and Mediterranean Region, which was headed by Scout Leader Bashar Al-Maasher, one of the organization’s leaders.
A member of the Catholic Guide Conference since 2004, affiliated with the Middle East Region.
These groups comprise approximately 2,000 individuals of various ages affiliated with the Scout Movement.
Amman Office:
Princess Bint Al Hassan Street, Building No. 11, Sweifieh.
Email:gro.jpl@nadroj.etairaciv
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