Become a Specialist

The UM Scouting Ministries Committee has created a volunteer position to help local churches establish and expand scouting ministry opportunities.

Requirements of a Scouting Ministry Specialist (SMS)

Be 21 years of age or older.
Provide proof of youth protection training and/or take an online sexual ethics and safe sanctuaries course. (See below to take the online course.)
Show a record of scouting/youth ministry experience.
Read Scouting Guidelines.
Submit $10 to become enrolled as a scouting ministry specialist.

Provide information about national awards
Introduce churches to the God and Country series.
Encourage church leaders to attend regional and national training opportunities. (See below for upcoming training events.)
Assist with bishop’s dinners and other district and conference events.
Cultivate relationships with conference and district leaders.

Would you like to discuss the SMS program with us? Fill out this contact form and we will be glad to speak with you.
Ready to become a SMS? Fill out the SMS application form.
We have assembled a package of resources to help you, as a Scouting Ministry Specialist, get started in your service. View the SMS Tool Kit (PDF).
Need to get a copy of the Scouting Guidelines? Visit your local Cokesbury store or to order one today from Cokesbury.com.
Temporarily Unavailable - Need to take the Safe Sanctuaries & Sexual Ethics Course? Visit the links below.
- Review material: Safe Sanctuaries and Sexual Ethics (online training module)
- Take the test: Safe Sanctuaries and Sexual Ethics exam (PDF)

Would you like to learn more about scouting as a ministry? Attend and participate in a training seminar this year.

There are currently no scheduled training events.