The Catholic Committee on Scouting in the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas is pleased to help match Catholic Religious emblems classes with Catholic Scouts. This survey is designed to help Scouts in units that do not have a dedicated Religious Emblems Counselor find a unit near them holding in-person classes (or an online class) this fall. Be advised that Ad Altare Dei and Pope Pius XII awards start in the fall and end in the spring, culminating with an awards mass scheduled for April 12, 2026 at St. Peter's Cathedral in Kansas City, Kansas.

Ad Altare Dei
The purpose of the Ad Altare Dei (to the altar of God) program is to help Catholic Youth of the Roman Rite develop a fully Christian way of life in the faith community. The program is organized in chapters based on the seven sacraments. The seven Sacraments are a primary means toward spiritual growth. Program Objectives: The most important aspect of the program is that the Scout grows in his/her spiritual experience of their relationship to God and the church.

AAD Eligibility
-    Any youth of the Roman Catholic Faith who is registered in a BSA Troop or Crew.
-    Designed for youth 13-14 years old, older youth may use this program.
-    Active member of a unit for 6 months.
-    Completed, at least, the 6th grade before starting the program - but is designed for 7th and 8th graders.

Pope Pius XII
Pope Pius XII is Catholic Scouting's church-related ministries and vocation program. The program deals with different life choices (single, married, religious, ordained), occupations and ministries in the church as calls from God. It includes youth led discussions on current issues facing the church and society, which are normally included as part of a Pius XII retreat or day of recollection.

PPXII Eligibility
- Registered Venture Scouts, Sea Scouts, and Scouts of Catholic Faith
- Designed for age 15-16 year old, but all registered  Venture Scouts and Sea Scouts before their 21st birthday and all registered Scouts (in high school) before their 18th birthday.