THE OUTFIT INVESTITURE SCRIPT

Today, we’re conducting the Investiture Ceremony with the theme: Recognizing Scout
Role in Nation Building for school year 2024-2025. Without further ado, let me introduce
to you, our master of ceremony for today’s event, Sctr. Rovilyn Dasalla.

Emcee: Thank you Sir!...To our Head Teacher Mrs. Vilma Janette Bautista, to our
Institutional Head, Ma’am Rosalind C. Castro, Field Scout Executive Sctr. Raul Camacho
Roldan, Council Scout Executive Sir Errol Eugenio S. Garcia, Scout Officials, guest
speaker, distinguished guest, our beloved Scouts, parents, and guardians…GOOD
MORNING!

Please all stand for the opening prayer.

I. OPENING PRAYER AND LIGHTNING OF BIG CANDLE WHICH

REPRESENTS SCOUTING SPIRIT (Senior Scout Irish Rivera)

Lord, Heavenly Father, Almighty Eternal God, we raise our minds and hearts to you
at the beginning this Ceremony as we lit this candle that symbolizes the Spirit of
Scouting. We humbly beg for your guidance, protection and forgiveness of our sins.
Grant us the grace to learn the virtues of your youth and apply the Scout Oath and
Law in every action in your honor and glory.

Deign to bless the Boy Scouts of the Philippines and the Scouting Movement in this
institution, as well as our brother Scouts all over the world. Fill the soul of our
Scoutmasters with your own spirit of knowledge; of wisdom and of reverence, that
influenced by your divine leadership, he may, by word and example lead us on to
imitate the virtue of your boyhood.

Our Crew Leaders, who has the responsibilities to lead their Crews, we ask you to
help them to know their members and be sensitive to their needs, help them
realize that attitudes and good example are more important than skills and be fair
and generous to all. Grant our Crew and Outfit a happy spirit; bless all our projects
and help us to make constructive progress, so that our training will fit us for real
service now and in the future.

We thank you for granting us our ever loving and supportive parents and by
making them your representatives. Help us carry out conscientiously by ready and
cheerful obedience to our father and mother. Let us be ever attentive to their
wishes, eager to make them happy and patient to accept their corrections, all
these we pray in your most holy name. Amen.

II. THE ENTRANCE OF COLORS

Emcee: Please remain standing for the Entrance of Colors and for the Philippine National
Anthem followed by Panunumpa ng Katapatan sa Watawat ng Pilipinas to be led by
Senior Scout._________________________.

Bitbit Sagisag ….. TA

 Emcee: To give us the Opening & Welcome Remarks, please welcome Ma’am C.
Castro, Institutional Head of San Jose High School.

V. THE OPENING AND WELCOME REMARKS

(Person In-Charge delivers Opening & Welcome Remarks)

To our Scout Officials, Council Scout Executive, My beloved Scouts, Parents and
Guardians, distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen – Good Morning.

First, I would like to extend my warmest welcome and greetings to everyone here
at the (name of the school). Being the Institutional Head, it is indeed an honor and
pleasure for to welcome you all and officially opens this year’s Outfit Investiture
Ceremony.

For the past years, Scouting has always been a partner of the Department of
Education in stilling the desirable values and character of our beloved students.
We shall start this year with high hopes as we formally accept new members in
Scouting, with promise to nurture a culture of peace as we ground our students for
Skills & Self Reliance, Citizenship Training and Character Building. All these shall
raise-up new breed of future leaders of our society. Once again, on behalf of (name
of the school), please accept our warmest welcome, and congratulations in
advance, Thank you very much, and Mabuhay Kayong Lahat!

Emcee: Thank you very much Sir, for such a wonderful word of welcome and
opening our ceremony this afternoon.

Emcee: and now, to give us a message, please welcome Sir Errol Eugenio S.
Garcia, Council Scout Executive.

(Pause….)

Emcee: Thank you very much Sir, for such a wonderful message.

Emcee: We shall now have our Outfit Investiture Ceremony Proper.

Emcee: Let’s all welcome our School BSP Coordinator to formally officiate our
ceremony.

VI. THE OUTFIT INVESTITURE CEREMONY PROPER

JOHN: “Senior Crew leader, bring the candidates forward.”

“You have presented yourself before this Outfit and asked to be made Scouts. Is
this your own wish?”

Participants: “Sir, yes sir!”

JOHN: “In this ceremony, you will be received into this Outfit and the world
brotherhood of Scouting. Before you are a single lighted candle. It represents the
Spirit of Scouting.

The Scout Ideals as contained in the Scout Oath and Law present a code for living
and a standard of conduct that must be observed by all members of the Scouting
Movement at all times. Scout spirit is living every day in accordance with our
Scout Ideals. You show it in the way you act and the things you say and do in
Scouting as well as in your daily life.

As you become Scouts you will learn more about the Scouting Spirit. The law of the
Outfit is the Scout Law. It is known and followed by millions of Scouts. You will
learn and follow this law, too.

(The Senior Crew Leader will now lead the Scout Oath & Law rededication.
Participants pledge themselves to the Scout Oath and Law.)

THE SCOUT OATH & LAW

EMCEE: The Lightning of 3 Main Candles which represents 3 Main Duties of a

Scout namely Duty to God and Country, Duty to Others and Duty to Self
followed by the lightning of 12 candles w/c symbolizes the 12 points of the Scout
Law.

The SPL leads the Scout A, B, & C in reciting the Duties and lighting of the three (3)
main candles. Each Scout/Participant approaches the single lighted candle and lit
their candle and proceeds in the lectern/podium. Each Scout/Participant reads their
part before the audience.

SCOUT A: “On my honor, /I will do my best/ to do my duty/ to God and my

Country, the republic of the Philippines (lights the center candle)

EMCEE: On My Honor…Honor is your most precious and sacred possession in

life. It includes your good name, your integrity and good reputation. When you
commit yourself to the Scout Oath, you promise to live by its precepts in order to
give meaning and idealism to your way of life.

EMCEE: I will Do My Best… In everything you do, you promise to do the best
you can. If anything worth doing is worth doing at all, it is worth doing well. Doing
your best is your personal challenge. Always strive to do your best in everything
you do.

EMCEE: To Do My Duty to God and My Country…We, who belong to the Scout

Movement believe in God. We may not all worship Him in the same way, but we
are one in our faith and belief that He is the supreme Being, our Lord and Master.
To do your duty to God, you must worship Him and follow His teaching according
to your own religious beliefs. You will find happiness in life if you faithfully do your
duty to God.

SCOUT B: “On my honor/ I will do my best to obey the Scout Law, and To help
other people at all times;/(lights left candle)
 EMCEE: And to Obey the Scout Law… In trying to live up to the Scout Oath –
you will need the Scout Law to guide you. The twelve points of the Scout Law are
our norm of conduct as we travel along the Scouting trail through life. Thus, you
are asked to commit yourself to the Scout Oath and Law as your way of life.

EMCEE: To Help Other People at All Times… One reason why Scouting has
flourished in this country is because it has received the willing support of the
public. Scouting merits this support because Scouts have demonstrated that they
are useful members of society. This is evident when Scouts perform rescue work
in case of disaster – fires, earthquakes, typhoons and floods. During emergencies
anywhere, Scouts are always among the first to volunteer for service and perform
tasks which are ordinarily belong to adults. In normal times, Scouts have shown
that they are ready to participate and even initiate community and service
projects that benefit the community. The spirit of service is in the heart of all true
Scouts.

SCOUT C: “On my honor/ I will do my best/ To keep myself physically strong/

Mentally awake, / And morally straight. (Lights right candle).

EMCEE: To Keep My Self Physically Strong…By now, you have learned certain
rules of health and hygiene in school which if observed will help you live a healthy
and happy life. Sound minds swell in sound bodies. If you want to have an alert
mind and be always ready to serve others, you must keep yourself physically
healthy and strong.

EMCEE: Mentally Awake… Being mentally awake reflects mental alertness and
mental health. It is not an enough that a Scout is physically healthy; he must be
mentally awake too. His reflexes, his responses, his movements must be ready to
respond to his needs and the needs of the situation.

EMCEE: And Morally Straight…A Scout always must be a model of moral

uprightness. His norm of conduct must be beyond reproach. His thought, words
and deeds should always reflect his high ideals and sound moral values.

NARRATION/VOICE OVER OR ASSIGNED TO 12 SELECTED

SCOUTS/PARTICIPANTS

EMCEE: The Scout Law. Scout is Trustworthy, Loyal, Helpful, Friendly, Courteous,
Kind, Obedient, Cheerful, Thrifty, Brave, Clean and Reverent.”

A Scout is Trustworthy… A Scout tells the truth. He keeps his promises. Honesty
is part of his code of conduct. People can always depend on him.

A Scout is Loyal… A Scout is loyal. A Scout is true to his family, friends, Scout
leaders, school, and nation.

A Scout is Helpful… A Scout is concerned about other people. He willingly

volunteers to help others without expecting payment or reward.
A Scout is Friendly… A Scout is friend to all. He is a brother to other Scouts. He
seeks to understand others. He respects those with ideas and customs that are
different from his own.

A Scout is Courteous… A Scout is polite to everyone regardless of age and

position. He knows that good manners make it easier for other people to get along
together.

A Scout is Kind… A Scout understands there is strength in being gentle. He treats

others as he wants to be treated. He does not harm nor kill any living creature
needlessly but will strive to save and protect all harmless life.

A Scout is Obedient… A Scout follows the rules of his family, school and Outfit.
He obeys the law of his community and country.

A Scout is Cheerful… A Scout looks for the bright side of life. He cheerfully does
task that come his way. He tries to make others happy.

A Scout is Thrifty… A Scout works to pay his way and to help others. He saves
for the future. He protects and conserves natural resources. He carefully uses his
time and property.

A Scout is Brave… A Scout can face danger even if he is afraid. He has courage
to stand for what he thinks is right even if others laugh at him or threaten him.

A Scout is Clean… A Scout keeps his body and mind fit and clean. He goes round
with those who believe in living these same ideals. He keeps his home and
community clean.

A Scout is Reverent… A Scout is reverent towards God. He is faithful in his

religious duties. He respects the belief of others.

JOHN: “You have heard the words of the Scout Oath and the twelve points of the
Scout Law. Do you accept these three duties and the twelve points of this law as a
Scout?”

Participants: “Yes, we are!”

JOHN: “Do you promise to do your best to live and pledge yourself to learn and
follow the Scout Oath & Law?”

Participants: “Yes, we are!”

JOHN: “Very well. We began in almost total darkness. Now in the light of these
candles, we can see one another well and have renewed ourselves in the Spirit of
the Scout Oath & Scout Law. Now, I shall call your Senior Crew Leader Ian Ranford
Suarez to lead the recitation of the Senior Scout Code.
The Senior Crew Leader: to all our newly invested Senior Scouts, please raise
your right hand in Scout Sign and repeat after me:

THE SENIOR SCOUT CODE

As a Senior Scout Citizen,

I will live the Scout Oath and Law, the Scout Motto, and the Senior Scout Slogan;

I will be familiar with the Constitution of the Republic of the Philippines, especially my rights
and obligations as a Filipino citizen;

I will share in the responsibilities of my home, school, church, neighbourhood, community,

and country;

I will deal fairly and kindly with my fellowmen in the spirit of the Scout Law;

I will work to preserve our Filipino heritage, aware that the privileges we enjoy were won by
hard work, sacrifice, clear thinking, and faith of our forefathers;

I will do everything in my power to pass on a better Philippines to the next generation.

The Senior Crew Leader: I shall now call our Asst. Senior Crew Leader Gabriel
Canaveral for the Presentation of the Scout Badge.

The Asst. Senior Crew Leader: My fellow Scouts, before you is the Scout Badge.
The Scout Badge comprises the trefoil and the scroll with an overhand knot
attached to it. Each point of the three-pointed trefoil, which is the main part of the
Scout Badge, represents the three points of the Scout Oath: duty to God and
Country, Duty to Others, and Duty to Self.

The single band joining the three points of the trefoil symbolizes Unity and
Universal Brotherhood. The design and color inside the trefoil which is derived from
our flag have the same symbolism and meaning. The stars further symbolize the
ideals of faith, truth, and knowledge, the foundation of Scout Citizenship.

The Scroll with the Scout Motto turned up at its end is a symbolic reminder of the
eight points of the Scout Law, “A Scout is Cheerful.” The rope attached below the
scroll serves as a reminder to the Scout to make a good turn to someone every
day, the slogan being “Do a Good Turn Daily.”

As your commitment, do promise to depend on and uphold the highest traditions

and noble ideals of the Scout Badge as a member of the World Organization of the
Scout Movement and the Boy Scouts of the Philippines.

Participants: “Sir, Yes, sir!”

The Asst. Senior Crew Leader: Very well, with that, I’m with you in this
endeavour. I shall now call our Outfit Scribe Eisen Francisco for the commitment to
the Scout Motto.
The Outfit Scribe: As previously mentioned in the part of the Scout Badge is the
Scout Motto, which is “LagingHanda” or “Be Prepared”. The motto reminds a Scout
of the meaning and purpose of his membership and the training he gets from
Scouting.

A Scout is being prepared and trained for responsible citizenship and servant
leadership. As he requires the necessary knowledge and skills in Scouting, his
mind is conditioned and he can offer the same knowledge and skills not only for
himself but in the service of others. Scouting, therefore, is a preparation and
readiness to serve others, hence our Scout Motto “Laging Handa.” Do you accept
this motto as your own and promise to live with it in your daily lives?

Participants: “Sir, Yes, Sir!”

The Outfit Scribe: I am glad to hear your commitment to our Scout Motto. Now, I
shall call our Outfit Quartermaster ______________ for the presentation of the Senior
Scout Slogan.

The Outfit Quartermaster: The Senior Scout Slogan is “Once a Scout always
a Scout”. In this case, maybe, our Slogan will be a simple reminder for all of us,
even though we ceased to be fine young men - in this little world, we will always
be a Scout not only in uniform but more so in thoughts, words and deeds. Do
subscribe in our Senior Scout Slogan?

Participants: “Yes, we are!”

The Outfit Quartermaster: Very well then, I am one with you, this slogan – Once
a Scout always a Scout, may we always be. I shall now call our Outfit Treasurer
______________________for the commencement of the Scout Salute and the Scout
Sign.

The Outfit Treasurer: My fellow Scouts, before us are the Philippine Flag and the
BSP Flag, and as a sign of respect, let us execute the Scout Sign.

The Scout Sign is made with the right-hand palm forward with the forefinger,
middle, and ring pointed upward, the thumb folded over the little finger. The
forearm forms a right angle with the upper arm which is horizontally in line with
the shoulder.

The three fingers pointing upward indicate the three components of the Scout
trefoil. They also signify that a Scout reaches upward to bigger and nobler Ideals.
The thumb and little finger joined together represent the unity of the Scouting
Movement and symbolize the bond of brotherhood of all Scouts all over the world.

The Scout Sign is used by Scouts when he make a solemn pledge, while reciting
the Scout Oath and Law, as well as the Panunumpa sa Watawat. It is also used as
a greeting or recognition sign among Scouts and Scouts all over the World. Ready
front!

Fellow Scouts, Scout Salute! The Scout salute is made with the right hand in the
Scout sign. The hand is brought up smartly (taking the shortest distance) with the
forefinger touching the edge of the right eyebrow. If wearing a brimmed cap or
hat, the forefinger must touch the brim slightly to side of the right eye. When in
uniform, the salute is rendered as a sign of respect to the flag and the National
Anthem. It is also used between Scouts and Scouters as a sign of courtesy and
respect.

We shall now have the presentation of the Senior Scout Medallion to lead by our
Senior Crew Leader Ian Ranford Suarez

The Senior Crew Leader: Fellow Scouts, before you is the symbolic presentation
of our Senior Scout Medallion.

THE SENIOR SCOUT MEDALLION / EMBLEM

It represents all that Senior Scouting stands for. The red double S letter
embossed in a field of gold and represented as a winding road leading to the
distant horizon symbolizes the exciting outdoor trails of life which a Senior Scout
must take in adventure filled journey to good citizenship. The golden field upon
which the double letter S is lain symbolizes those golden values that every Senior
Scout must strive to possess as he goes through life. The trefoil on the emblem
reminds him that, as a Senior Scout, he belongs to a world-wide brotherhood of
young people committed to a life of selfless service to God, Country and
Fellowmen.

The double S also represents the three (3) sections of the Senior Scout
programs namely the Land, Sea and Air Scouting. It symbolizes the pathways
traveled by Land Scouts as they wind their way through the woods. It also
symbolizes the red sails of sailboats that flaps in the wind as Sea Scouts go into an
adventurous voyage along the coast. So too, does it symbolizes the flight
curvature of spaceships hurling into infinity as Air Scouts set their sights on a
highly challenging odyssey into the future. The double S is represented in the red
for the courageous spirit that Senior Scouts must exemplify on their joyful journey
to a better life.

I shall now call our Assistant Outfit Advisor Sctr. Eugene Gumatay to lead the
presentation of the Scout Neckerchief and the Wooden Carabao Slide before our
acceptance and donning ceremony.

Sctr. Eugene Gumatay: My fellow Scouts, before you is the Scout Neckerchief
and the Carabao Slide, allow me to present to you its symbolism before the
donning ceremony.

Our Neckerchief represents as the identity and basic uniform of a Scout…The

Universality of the Scout Movement Serves as many practical purposes such as
Bandage and tourniquet, Signal Flags during emergencies, In absence of ropes,
may also be joined together to be used as one and Protects the head from the
heat of the sun.
 The Wooden Carabao Head as Slide… The symbol of hard work, humility,
perseverance and strength… An animal of burden which is so valuable, an asset to
the Filipino farmer. It Exemplifies kindness, friendliness, hospitality, patience and
persistence which are held highly by every Filipino and Our national animal – that
possesses “good character”, which also render selfless service to all. You may now
prepare yourselves and accept your charge as we request your parents and
guardians to lead the Neckerchief Donning Ceremony.

VII. THE DONNING OF THE NECKERCHIEF

Sctr. Rovilyn Dasalla: May we request all parents and guardians to don the
neckerchiefs of their son’s and daughter as symbol of acceptance in the Scout
Movement.

“And now for the official acceptance, let us all welcome our Institutional
Head/Principal Ma’am Rosalind C. Castro.

The Institutional Head/Principal: “By the authority vested in me by the Boy Scouts of
the Philippines, Quezon City Council, and as the Institutional Head of the San Jose High
School, I now officially declare you as full fledge member of Scout Outfit No. 457 of San
Jose High School. You may now accept your Membership IDs from your Scout Officials in
the presence of your loved ones the symbol of your membership. Welcome to the Troop!
Best Scouting Wishes and Thank You very much!

(Play the song “On My Honor”)

VIII. THE PRESENTATION OF THE INSTITUTIONAL CHARTER

Emcee: and now to completely fulfil your membership, we shall now have the
Presentation of the Institutional Charter by our Field Scout Executive.

The Field Scout Executive: before I formally present this Charter, allow me to
express my sincerest thanks to your Outfit Advisor, your Institutional Head and
Representative, Outfit Committee Chairman and Members and most especially to
your parents and guardians to giving you this opportunity to join this noble
movement. Once, again please accept my deepest gratitude and commendation
for a job well done, making Scouting possible for boys and prepare our youth for
responsible citizenship and servant leadership. I shall now read the contents of this
Institutional Charter certifying your full pledge membership.

The Field Scout Executive reads the content of the Institutional Charter and
presents it to the Institutional Head.
Congratulations to everyone and Best Scouting Wishes!

IX. THE OUTFIT INSTALLATION CEREMONY

 Emcee: Thank you so much Sir! Once again, allow me to express my sincerest
thanks and gratitude to all your parents and guardians for allowing you join the
noble cause of the Scout Movement. Now, let us all welcome back your Senior
Crew Leader Vennidict Ladra to lead the Outfit Installation Ceremony.

The Senior Crew Leader: As mandated in our Institutional Charter, We shall now
have our Outfit Installation Ceremony, Crew Leaders, kindly organize your
members surrounding our Outfit Flag. Put your left hand at the shoulders of the
Scout in front of you and execute a Scout Sign and repeat after me.

I, (state your name) of Outfit No. _______ of the (name of Sponsoring Institution),
having been admitted as bona fide member of the Boy Scouts of the Philippines,
National Capital Region, Manila Council. And do hereby solemnly swear, to uphold
the highest ideals of the Scout Oath and Law; and obey the Constitution and By-
Laws of the Boy Scouts of the Philippines as stipulated in our Institutional Charter.

I promise to render selfless service to my home, school, church, neighbourhood,

community and country and be at its disposal anytime. “On my honor, I will do my
best to do my duty to God and my country, the Republic of the Philippines, and to
obey the Scout Law; to help other people at all times; to keep myself physically
strong mentally awake and morally straight.”

So help me God.

Fellow Scouts, Congratulations! And Best Scouting Wishes!

The Senior Crew Leader: You may now extend your SCOUTS’ LEFT
HANDSHAKE to your fellow Scouts as sign of brotherhood and acceptance. Scouts
all over the world use the Scout Handshake. Scouts everywhere greet each other
with a warm left handshake. Using it makes one feel that he belongs to the world
brotherhood of Scouting and that he is one among the millions of Scout in various
parts of the world dedicated to the same ideal of service.

X. THE INTRODUCTION OF THE GUEST SPEAKER

EMCEE: Congratulations to everyone! Now, it’s time for us to reaffirm the values
that we commit to fulfill, with that, allow me to introduce to you our Guest Speaker
for this afternoon. She is no other than Sctr. Fe Castor Pangan,
(_______________________)

XI. THE INSPIRATIONAL MESSAGE

The Guest Speaker delivers his/her Speech.

Having been a witness with this kind of ceremony is indeed an inspiration in itself,
what else could I ask for? Now, my beloved Scouts, my message for you today is a
just gentle reminder from the movie Spider Man, recalling the scene when the old
dying Uncle Ben reminded the young Peter Parker, that with “Great Power
Comes Great Responsibility”. Another remarkable line in the same movie series
is when Pater Parker was breaking up with his dream girl MJ and said “Sometimes
to do what is right, we have to give up the things we want the most, even
 our dream”. Now, what have these messages got to do with our Investiture
Ceremony? The moment you decided to join the Scout Movement, you already
have acquired the Scouts’ “Great Power”, having the ability to train oneself in
Scout Craft for Skills and Self Reliance, Citizenship and Character Building. Another
great power that comes within is the very good side of human thought, which is
service, the opportunity to serve other people, be of service to our neighborhood,
community and country. Having all these powers within comes great responsibility,
having great sense of responsibility is an outward sign of servant leadership,
trustworthiness and self-discipline. You may find it difficult to stick and fulfill our
Oath and Law, especially during tough times, and may come across compromising
circumstances. When this time comes, always be reminded that a Scout has a
positive outlook in life, he often look at the bright side of things instead of the
gloomy ones – seeing the glass of water as half full rather than half empty. As the
eight point of the Scout Law reminds us – A Scout is Cheerful, despite of difficult
situations, he manages to keep his temper and whistle at life’s challenges.

Now, to end, my message let me share with you another practical guide as we
traverse our great journey called life... The tale is all about the Parable of the
Pencil. One day the Pencil Maker shares 5 most important lessons in life with his
pencils. First, always be reminded that as pencil, whatever you do will always leave
a mark. Secondly, you can always correct the mistakes you made. The third one is
always remember that what matters most is what is inside you. The fourth one,
always remember that in life, you will undergo painful sharpening which will make
you a better pencil. Lastly, is to be the best pencil that you can be and allow
yourselves to be held and guided by the hand that holds. God Bless us all,
Mabuhay Kayong Lahat, Congratulations and Thank you very much!

Emcee: Thank you so much Maam for your Inspirational Message.

Now to give us the Closing Remarks, may I call in Sctr. Agnes Castor
(_________________)

XII. THE CLOSING REMARKS

First, I would like to extend my warmest greetings and congratulations to

everyone, especially to our parents and guardians, Scout Officials and my beloved
Scouts. As I carefully observe the ceremony, it was really an eye-opener and
enlightenment at the same. A very timely call to renew our desirable customs and
traditions, morale values and character through Scouting. Having your
commitment to the Scout Ideals shall help strengthen the moral fiber of our
society, with the Scouts as future servant leaders.

I would just like to summarize my remarks in two challenging rules – rule #1 is to

try live up with the ideals of the Scout Oath & Law, with much courage and
perseverance – rule #2, during tough times and challenging years try not to
compromise rule #1. And God, our great Scoutmaster will help you to do it. Again,
congratulations and happy Scouting.

Emcee: Thank you so much Ma’am for the closing Remarks.

Now to give us the Closing prayer, may I call in Sctr. ________________
(_________________)
XIII. THE CLOSING PRAYER

Let’s bow down our heads, join us and be with our God’s loving presence. Dear
Lord, we thank thee, for gracing our Outfit Investiture Programme. As this
ceremony comes to an end, we humbly beg for your guidance.
Lord, make us TRUSTWORTHY; so we can lead if we can be trusted.
Lord, make us LOYAL; always true and faithful to our God, to our country and to
our fellowmen.
Lord, make us HELPFUL; teach us to follow what You said: “I did not come to be
served but to serve.”
Lord, make us FRIENDLY; a friend can only be a true friend when he does not look
after his self-interest but the welfare of his friends.
Lord, make us COURTEOUS; You always taught us to be gentle as doves and to be
meek as lambs.
Lord, make us KIND; mercy can only be obtained if we also show mercy to others.
Lord, make us OBEDIENT; our love is better expressed in our obedience to Your
laws, to the laws of our country and the Scout Oath and Law.
Lord, make us CHEERFUL; we can only understand the meaning of happiness
when we have learned to share with others.
Lord, make us THRIFTY; not a miser but one who understands that there is always
a tomorrow to prepare for.
Lord, make us BRAVE; not brave to inflict pain on others but brave to uphold truth
and to abhor lies; brave to do good and brave to avoid wrongs.
Lord, make me CLEAN; for You once said: “Only the clean of heart shall see God.”
Make me clean in thought, in words and in deeds.
Lord, make us REVERENT; Teach me to love You with all my heart, with all my
mind and with all my strength.
Lord, my Scouting started with You, let my Scouting end with You, the Great
Scoutmaster of all. All these we pray in your most holy name. AMEN.

XIV. THE EXIT OF COLORS

XV. THE SCOUT BENEDICTION

Scout Sign Post! “May the Great Scout Master, of all Scouts, Be with us, until we
meet again”