Training of a New Young Men Leader

Dear Brethren,

We have been hard at work putting together, with inspiration from our Heavenly Father and our Stake President's blessing, a training document. The training is designed to not only jump start a new YM leader, but also give ongoing training to the new and seasoned leader. We hopefully are all students of our calling and desire to learn and grow in the gospel and in our callings.

When new YM presidencies are called we will meet with them and do additional training. I also want to extend an invitation to meet with any existing YM presidencies, who feel like additional training and counsel would help them become better leaders. In turn helping our youth to, "Come unto Christ", and better prepare them for temple ordinances. 

As always there is monthly training at roundtable. There are new and exciting changes happening at roundtable starting in January. We hope are will take advantage and attend roundtable.

Attached is the training material. We are distributing it to all ward YM presidencies and bishoprics in the stake. Please see that all advisers receive a copy also. 

To the CORs. When extending new calls in the YM organization, use this as a teaching tool as well as making them aware of their stewardship.

To all YM leaders. I ask that you use the training material in your personal study, in your YM presidency meetings, in the youth quorum presidency meetings. For as the scriptures say, let everyone learn his duty and act in all diligence. I can promise you that as you study and ponder, the Spirit will reveal to you what you should do. We will then align more with the will of our Heavenly Father, blessing not only our lives, but more importantly our families and those we have stewardship over. I have a testimony of this work. We are blessed with great men like you in this stake, and I know the Lord is aware of you and loves you.

Thank you for your dedication and service,

Shawn Lunt

Stake YM President

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Dear New Ward Young Men Leader:

Welcome, and congratulations on your new calling! Whether you are new to the program or are a seasoned veteran, we are excited to work alongside you as we strive to serve the great young men in the Pleasant Grove Manila Stake.

We know from experience that callings in the Young Men Organization can, at times, feel a little overwhelming! We want you to know we are here to help and support you. To assist in this process, we have implemented a new leader orientation that consists of the following:

1. A “Quick Start” Program to help guide you for the first few weeks in your calling.
   
2. An Orientation Training to be held sometime during the first month in your calling.
   
3. A follow up visit to take place within 60-90 days of the Orientation Training.
   

The “Quick Start” Program is outlined below. We invite you incorporate this program into your personal study over the next few weeks. We know that as you become a “student of your calling” and seek revelation on behalf of yourself, your family, and those you have been called to serve, that desired revelation will come. As you study the material, you m ay have questions. Wire them down and bring them with you when we meet for the Orientation Training.

Thank you so much for service. We understand that this may seem like a lot to do and study, but we know that the Lord will bless you as you study and prepare to bless the lives of the young men you are called to serve. Please feel free to call on us at any time.

Sincerely,

Pleasant Grove Manila Stake Young Men Presidency 
President Shawn Lunt
Brother Todd Stevenson
Brother Eric Teel



“QUICK START” PROGRAM

Week 1 – Overview

• Attend the temple. 
• If you haven’t already done so, obtain a training sign-in and complete the online BSA Youth Protection Training. 
• Visit with the outgoing presidency member about 
• (1) the successes and challenges they have faced and 
• (2) the young men in the quorum to which you are assigned. 
• Visit with the member of the bishopric who presides over your assigned quorum about their vision for you in your calling.
• Read the online summary of the Responsibilities of Ward young Men Presidency (and watch a few of the videos that look interesting.) 
• Read or watch “O Be Wise,” by M. Russell Ballard. 
• Seek guidance from the Spirit, identify one other action item to accomplish, write it down, then (speedily, Alma 8:18) follow through on the direction you receive. 

Week 2 – Conversion & Duty to God 

• Read the ”Aaronic Priesthood” section of Handbook 2.
  
• Read “We Must Raise Our Sights,” by Henry B. Eyring.
  
• Read or watch “Converted Unto the Lord,” by David A. Bednar.
  
• Review the Duty to God Program for the quorum to which you are assigned.
  
• Seek guidance from the Spirit, identify one other action item to accomplish, write it down, then (speedily,
  Alma 8:18) follow through on the direction you receive. 

Week 3 – Scouting 

• Read the LDS Scouting Handbook.
  
• Review the LDS Scout Leader Training Guidelines.
  
• Complete the online BSA Fast Start Training for your position.
  
• Read “Capturing the Vision of Scouting,” by David L. Beck.
  
• Seek guidance from the Spirit, identify one other action item to accomplish, write it down, then (speedily,
  Alma 8:18) follow through on the direction you receive. 

Week 4 – Teaching & Learning 

• Scan through the “Come, Follow Me” Curriculum Training Videos and view a few that appear interesting or particularly applicable.
  
• Read “My Teachers Quorum is an MTC,” October 2013 Ensign.
  
• Obtain a copy of or review online the “Teaching, No Greater Call” manual.
  
• Talk with your ward Sunday School President to find out when the next “Teaching the Gospel” course will
  be held and make plans to attend.
  
• Seek guidance from the Spirit, identify one other action item to accomplish, write it down, then (speedily,
  Alma 8:18) follow through on the direction you receive. 

Week 5 – Leadership 

• Attend the temple.
  
• Read the “Leadership in the Church of Jesus Christ” section of Handbook 2.
  
• Scan through the videos in the Aaronic Priesthood Leadership Training Library , including those listed
  under “Leadership Principles,” and view a few that appear interesting or particularly applicable.
  
• Ponder and write down any promptings you receive regarding how best to help the young men learn
  leadership and magnify their priesthood. Consider reading or watching the following: 
• “To the Aaronic Priesthood: Preparing for the Decade of Decision,” by Robert D. Hales. 
• “Your Sacred Duty to Minister,” by David L. Beck.
• “The Power of the Priesthood in the Boy,” by Ted R. Callister.
• Seek guidance from the Spirit, identify one other action item to accomplish, write it down, then (speedily, Alma 8:18) follow through on the direction you receive. 

2013-11-14 District Roundtable - Governing Principles - Alpine District

Governing Principles - Alpine District

The charter organization comprising the District have the critical, vested interest in the outcome of the youth and adults served by the District.  Uniting the charter organizations leadership with District leadership empowers the District with both the responsibility abed authority to insure BSA is meeting the needs of the charter organizations.

• In the case of LDS unites, successful implementation of any District strategy or program requires the support and active participation of a member of the Stake Presidency (Relations Committee), High Council member(s), (ADC and other district committees), the Stake Young Men Presidency and Secretary (Venture, Varsity, Scout and Membership Committees), a member of the Stake Primary Presidency (Cub Committee) and other members from the stake (other District committees).
• Other charter organizations, in cooperation with the district, will establish their own, appropriate support and activity levels for members of their organization.

Share vision and purpose is the key to success.  Each member of the District organization will complete Wood Bade training within 6 months of their new assignment.  Bishoprics and other members of the charter organizations are encouraged to attend as well.  Scout Uniform will be work at Round Table and other district events.

Vision

Trained, committed, and energized adult advisors employing the aims and methods of scouting to achieve the purposes of the Charter Organization.

Strategy

• Organize around the Families of Scouting focusing on needs of units and boys
• Create a training environment at roundtables and at District events
• District Scouting Committees conduct well planned and well executed Roundtables by:
• Planning and Calendaring 18 months out
• Sharing ideas, thoughts and challenges - integrate reflections in all activities
• Coordinating events and training
• Practicing leadership skills
• District Committee plan, coordinate and conduct structured training and program events specific to their areas of responsibilities
• Conduct Roundtable training for Unit Commissioners and COR's on regular basis
• Publicize and Promote Wood Badge, North Star, Timberline, Varsity All Star and Kodiak training
• Tracking and Accountability of training
• Invite Stake Presidency, Stake Young Men Presidency, Stake Primary President, Stake High Councilors and Bishoprics to attend Wood Badge
• Invite Stake Presidency and Stake Young Men Presidency to attend LDS week at Philmont
• Facilitate administrative functions between Council and District
• LDS Stake corners focus on integrating Scouting with Primary and Aaronic Priesthood programs

Milestones

• All adult Scouters completed Fast Start, Youth Protection, Leader Specific Training and North Star
• District Eighteen-Month Calendar published and maintained on District Website
• District Friends of Scouting annual campaign completed during the month of September
• District Re-chartering process completed during the month of October
• All Adult Scouters are properly uniformed and trained

Alpine District Organization

SAMPLE IDEA of Stake Aaronic Priesthood Leadership Duties

"There is not more significant 

work in this world than the 

preparation of boys to become 

men of capacity, of strength, of 

integrity, who are qualified to live 

productive and meaningful lives."  

Gordon B. Hinckley

Roundtable Feedback

Help us make roundtable the best it can be by providing some feedback.

What topics would you like to see presented at Roundtable?

Examples:

• "How to use the Patrol method to tach YM leadership skills"
• "Where are the best places to go for High Adventure camping?"
• Other Ideas:  Please email to COR Aaron Weaver at Lvit2weav@gmail.com

How can we improve your Roundtable experiences

• What things should we STOP doing?
• Example: Spend less time with ???.
• Other Ideas: Email Lvit2weav@gmail.com
• What things should we START doing?
• Example: Provide more time for questions and discussion.
• Other Ideas: Email Lvit2weav@gmail.com
• What things should we CONTINUE doing?
• Example: Always start on-time.
• Other Ideas: Email Lvit2weav@gmail.com

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2013-11-14 Round Table Stake Corner Meeting

Minutes of Round Table Stake Corner Meeting that COR Aaron Weaver attended:  Thursday, November 14, 2013

Review of Calendar & Other Items:

• Eagle Board of Reviews - Every 4th Thursday's @ PG Manila Stake Center
• Wood Badge sponsored by PG Manila Stake, April 17-19, 24-26 @ Mutual Dell.  Need to sign-up online at utahscouts.org by December 4th before this is opened up to the rest of the world.
• High Adventure Showcase - Tue. January 21, 2014 7:00 PM @ A-Frame Building across from Stake Center.  Invited are Teachers & Priest Quorum's to have a booth setup to show all activities that you have done in 2013.  Need to provide handouts of where, costs, miles away, and details what you did.  Can display pictures on posters or show from a projected or computer screen.
• 2014 Merit Badge Roundup:  Need to decide what Manila 8th Ward would like to sponsor for April 26, 2014.  Any suggestions please email Aaron Weaver @ Lvit2weav@gmail.com.
• Leader Specific Training: This is all now offered at monthly round table.
• 2014 Round Table - Change: New location for 2014 Round Table will be sponsored by the Cedar Hills Stake at their Stake Center right across from the Cedar Hills Fire Station.  This will also be changed to the 1st Thursday of every month instead of the 2nd Thursday.
• District Merit Badge Coordinator - The Stake is looking for a couple or individual who who volunteer to help keeping track of all the Merit Badge Counselors in the district and making sure they are registered, youth protection trained, and councilor trained.  Any interested please notify Aaron Weaver at Lvit2weav@gmail.com

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2014-Feb-8 University of Scouting

http://www.utahscouts.org/event/1359588

Eagle Scout Choir 2013

Sent on Behalf of the Young Men general presidency.

August 29, 2013

To:  Individuals interested in singing in the Eagle Scout Choir for the 100 year celebration of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ affiliation with the Boy Scouts of America.

On October 29, 2013 The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints will celebrate its 100-year affiliation with the Boy Scouts of America in the Conference Center. Those who attend will enjoy an evening of fond memories, a salute to dedicated leaders, inspiring and uplifting music and stories of strengthened lives. A large number of National and Regional BSA leaders will be in attendance.

An important part of this special evening will be the beautiful music performed by a 364-voice Eagle Scout choir. We are inviting youth and adults (including multi-generation family members) who have achieved the rank of Eagle Scout to participate in the choir. Those who will be selected to participate in the choir need to have:

1. A background in choral singing.
2. The Ability to attend each of the rehearsals as indicated below. The rehearsals will be held in the Conference Center Theater.
3. A complete Scout Uniform for the performance. A commemorative neckerchief will be provided.
4. A missionary haircut and a clean-shaven face. 

For those who would like to apply, please complete the attached application. It must be received by the LDS-BSA Relationships Office by Monday, September 9^th.

It is recommended that those interested in participating should live within 100 miles of the Conference Center. Email or fax the application to:

LDS-BSA Relationships Office

Boy Scouts of America
Phone:  (801) 530-0004
Fax:  (801) 530-0029

Email: ldsbsa@scouting.org

Those who are selected will be notified by email.  Each choir member will receive two tickets to the October 29^th commemoration.

Rehearsals: Sunday evening from 7:00pm to 9:00pm on September 15, September 22, September 29 and October 13.

Dress Rehearsals: Evenings of October 19, October 22, October 26,October 27 and October 28.

Performance: October 29.

If you have questions, please contact the LDS-BSA Relationships Office.

Cub Scout Leaders Call To Monthly Roundtable

Dear Cub Scout Leaders,

The Stake Presidency, Stake Primary Leadership and I have been working to better support, train and inspire all our Ward Primary Presidencies and Cub Scout Leaders to be adequately prepared and qualified to serve effectively in your Ward Cub Scout programs, as they assist parents in helping young boys on the path of becoming righteous priesthood holders.  Attached is a letter from The Stake Presidency expressing their feelings, commitment and support of the cub scout leaders and programs.  A key element in helping these leaders is to attend the monthly cub scout roundtable training that the Alpine District puts on each month.  Currently of the 100+ that are invited from our stake, less than 10 typically attend and 4 of them are Stake leaders. 

President Livingston has suggested that a face to face, priesthood-directed discussion, from the bishopric counselor over primary, about this letter and topic, be held with all the Primary Presidencies and Cub Scout Leaders, is the first place to start.  We urge that for at least the first few months, all of the adult leaders involved in cub scouting attend roundtable together and help develop a vision for how it can help and bless them in their callings.  After a period of time and a proper vision is established for your Ward, then a sustainable divide and conquer plan for attendance at roundtable may be sufficient.  I will follow-up with each Bishopric Counselor to get feedback on their discussions with the cub leaders and how as stake leadership we can give meaningful support.

Roundtable is typically held on the second Thursday of each month at 7:00pm at the Hollowcrest Building, 10962 N 6400 W, Highland, UT.  The next one is July 11th and then for August there is no Roundtable but leaders are encouraged to attend the Cub Scout Leader Pow Wow (more info will be coming).  September will be back to the regular time and place.

Our intent is truly to help your Ward Cub leaders, boys and programs. 

Sincerely

Ron Ward

Stake HC

June 13 2013 Dutch Oven Roundtable @ Heritage Park Pavilion

2013-June-13 Varsity & Venture Extreme Challenge

 Varsity & Venture Extreme Challenge

Saturday, June 1st, 2013

Location: PG Swimming Pool Pavilion, 570 East 300 South Pleasant Grove, UT

Times: Varsity & Venture Scouts

• 7:15 - 7:45 AM   Sign-in & Late Registration
• 7:45 - 8:00 AM   Mandatory Opening Meeting
• 8:00 AM             Start Time

Cost:  $5.00 Per Boy

List of Events: (subject to change)
Starting line... Pl. Grove Swimming pool pavilion

1. 1.6 Mile Run (Street)
   
2. 100 Sit ups, 100 push ups, 50 Pull-ups
   
3. Bike race 1.9 miles on city streets to Grove Creek Trail Head.
   
4. Archery Shoot at Grove Creek Trail Head parking lot.
   
5. Bike race approx. 4 miles on and off road.
   
6. Short run to the lake
   
7. Canoe race
   
8. Bike race 1.9 miles (Street)
   
9. Cross country run, .3 mile (Off road)
   
10. Rock Climb
    
11. Tomahawk Throw
    
12. .8 mile run on the bike path.
13. Bike race 5.2 mile (Street & off road combination) to Grove Creek Trail Head.
14. Rife shoot at the Grove Creek Trail Head.
15. Bike 1.5 miles.
16. .5 mile run up to the “G.”
17. Signal to Anderson Park with mirror
18. Orienteering at Anderson Park.
19. .3 mile street run
20. First Aid / CPR
21. approx. .5 mile bike race to the PG pool.
22. Swimming 500 yards
23. Short dash to the finish line.

This is a detailed routed description of the Extreme Challenge... 2013

1. 1.6 mile run from the swimming pool parking lot, go east up the high school parking lot to 200 South (Battle Creek Dr). Go east on 200 South to Loader Dr, (940 E) go south on Loader to Orchard Dr. Go west on Orchard to Locust Ave. Go North back to the pavilion at the pool.
2. Sit up etc. at the pavilion.
3. 1.9 mile bike race starting in parking lot go north on to Locust Ave. to 200 South (Battle Creek Dr.). Go east on 200 South to 600 East then go North on 600 East to Center Street. Turn Right or East on Center till the road make a "T"(1850 E). Go Left and continue until the road makes another "T" at 1300 East (Dalton Ave.). Go North on Dalton to 500 North (Grove Creek Dr.). Go East on Grove Creek Drive to the Grove Creek trailhead parking lot.
4. Archery is in the parking lot.
5. Approx. 4 mile off road biking. Go North on the dirt road from the trailhead parking lot. Watch the arrows. This road continues through the foothills to Cedar Hills. This dirt road ends going West at the Highway by the Cedar Hills fire department. Cross the highway, continue West on Cedar Hills Dr. to the traffic light by Lone Peak HS. Continue through the Light going West to the flagpole above the lake at Discovery Park.
6. Short run to the lake going down the paved path either direction around the lake ending at the canoes on the North side of the Lake.
7. Canoe race and short run back to the flagpole continuing the circle around the lake
8. 1.9 mile bike race from the flag pole go North on the bike path to the highway, cross the highway, go north about 200 yrds and get back on the bike path go East up the river bottoms to the highway at the mouth of the canyon. Cross the highway go west to the parking lot of Highland City Irrigation.
9. Cross country run through the gate on the north west corner of the parking lot, follow the dirt path up the hill, following the signs to the rock climb.
10. 1The rock climb straight up the cliff, don't fall. Short run back down the dirt path, cross the highway to Tomahawk Throw..
11. Tomahawk Throw
12. .8 mile run follow the bike path parallel to the canyon road, South from the Tomahawk Throw, to an Extreme Challenge Sign at Bayhill Dr. turn left or East go the church parking lot.  Switch to a bike.
13. 4 mile bike race. Follow Bayhill to the dirt road. Then follow the markings to get back to the Grove Creek trailhead in Pl. Grove.
14. Rifle shoot. Go east up Grove Creek Canyon from the trailhead parking approx. 200 yards to the rifle shoot.
15. Bike, from the parking lot go west on Grove Creek (500 North) to 1300 East (Dalton Ave.) South on 1300 East (Dalton Ave.) to 200 South (Battle Creek Dr.) Go East up Battle Creek to the top ending at Kiwanis Park, parking lot.
16. Run to the "G" from Kiwanis Parking lot, cross the bridge go through the pavilion to the “G” trail. Follow the signs to the signal mirror station at the “G”
17. Signal to Anderson Park.
18. Orienteering at Anderson Park. (approx. 950 East 100 South)
19. .3 mile run leaving Anderson Park going South on 950 East to 200 South (Battle Creek) go West on Battle Creek to Battle Creek Park (watch for the signs). 
20. CPR / First Aid.
21. From Battle Creek Park go West on Battle Creek (200 South) back through the high school parking lot to the pool to Swimming 500 yards at the swimming pool.
22. Back to the parking lot in front of the pavilion to cross the FINISH LINE.

Rules:

1. Only one member of each team will compete at a time. No single scout is expected to compete in all events. Relay as often as you need.
   
2. We do not limit the number of members which can be on a team. We simply require that all members of the team be registered with the same unit. If you have a small team (3 or less) see # 13
   
3. A wrist-band will be handed between competitors in relay fashion. If the competitor isn’t wearing the wrist band, then he isn’t officially competing.
   
4. Only one team member will compete at any one time in each event - except for the Canoe Race. For example, one scout may do as many pull-ups as he can bear, and then hands the wrist band
   to the next competitor who may continue doing pull-ups.
   
5. Helmets must be worn for the biking and rock climbing events.
   
6. Life jackets must be worn for the canoe race.
   
7. All team members must be registered with BSA and belong to the same unit. (It isn’t fair to
   recruit ringers just for this competition.)
   
8. A tour permit is recommended
   
9. Bike riders do not have the right of way We will help to control traffic, but competitors must
   be aware of changing traffic conditions around them.
   
10. Some events require special equipment or have limited bandwidth. For example, the rock climb
    can only accommodate one competitor at a time. Similar constraints exist with the canoe race, the rifle shoot, and the tomahawks throw. Scouts will compete in these events in the order that they arrive (first come, first served). Typically, teams are spread out to the point that bandwidth is not much of a problem on these events. However, if a bottleneck arises, we expect the competitors to show good sportsmanship.
    
11. The competition is timed. Even after the final foot-race is over, we must wait for the last competitors to finish the course so that we can collect the penalty sheets and calculate team rankings.
    
12. Younger scouts may participate in the older bracket, but older scouts cannot compete in the younger bracket. For example, a 12 or 13 year old scout may participate on a Varsity Team, and a Varsity Scout may compete with the Venturers. However, a Venturer may not compete with the Varsity Teams. If this is not possible, the extreme challenge staff will try to put your team together with another small team. But leadership from both teams must be presen
13. ABSOLUTELY no vehicles are allowed on the off road portions of the biking events. If equipment failure is a concern, consider sending two competitors together, so if one has equipment trouble the other may finish to the next event

Penalties:
Penalties: Each Penalty Point equals 1 min.

• Tour Permit:  If you don’t have a tour permit, your team will be assessed 1 penalty point.
• Tomahawk Throw:  One penalty point is assessed for each throw that doesn’t stick.
• Rife Shoot:  One penalty point is assessed for each missed shot. If you hit 2 bulls eyes you can remove 1 penalty point from your teams final score.
• Archery:  One penalty point is assessed for each missed shot. If you hit 2 bulls eyes you can remove 1 penalty point from your teams final score.
• CPR:  Penalty points can be assessed for steps missed. Maximum of 4 points only.
• Orienteering:  Penalty points can be assessed according to exactness of the course. Maximum of 4 points only. If done perfectly, this will remove 1 penalty point from your teams score.

Penalties for additional events will be outlined at check in the day of the CHALLENGE.

Equipment:
You must bring the following equipment in order to compete:

1. Bikes
   
2. Helmets for all biking.
   
3. Tour Permit - This event is spread over multiple cities in Utah County. We recommend
   teams obtain a tour permit, for liability and insurance purposes.
   

You may bring the following: (even though it is already provided)

4. .22 Rifle (please bring in gun case)
   
5. Life jackets,Canoe and Paddles
   
6. Tomahawks
   
7. Signal Mirror
   
8. Climbing Harness (subject to inspection by the station managers)
   
9. Bow and arrows. Basic archery equip.
   
10. Compass 

2013-May-9 Round Table Stake Corner Meeting - Agenda

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2013 Oct 10-12 - ScoutJAM100 BSA LDS Centennial Event

2013 May 3 - 4th Annual Influential Women In Scouting

2013 June 6-8 "WAHOO" Varsity Scout Centennial Rendezvous

2013 Akela's Council with Family Odyssey

2013 Wood Badge Courses

2013 NRA Certification Classes & Training

2013 Health & Safety Training