Boy Scouts of the Philippines

BASIC TRAINING COURSE FOR TROOP LEADERS

THE SCOUT IDEALS AND INVESTITURE CEREMONY

OBJECTIVES:
At the end of the session, the participants should be able to:
1. Explain the importance of Ceremonies in Scouting and the Scout Ideals.
2. Integrate the Values Development in Scouting through the Scout Ideals and Ceremonies in
Scouting.
3. Demonstrate a Troop Investiture and Installation Ceremony.

CONTENT:
1. Scout Oath & Law, Motto & Slogan, Salute, Sign, Handshake & Badge.
2. Values & Spiritual Development in Scouting.
3. The Investiture & installation Ceremony.

RESOURCES:
1. Staff: Discussant/Session Leader & Senior Patrol Leader
2. Handout & References: Troop Leader’s Manual, Program of the Troop Investiture
Ceremony Prepared Troop Investiture Script, Narrative Explanation of the Scout Ideals
3. Materials & Devices: Philippine Flag and BSP Flag with Stand, twelve (12) and four (4) big
candles for the Scout Oath & Law, Candle Holder, The Scout Badge, Neckerchief & Slide,
Sounds & PA System, Spacious Function Hall or Auditorium and Chairs.

SUGGESTED METHODOLOGY & STRATEGY:

OPENER:
1. PAINT ME A PICTURE OF – The session leader gives out job cards with different
ceremonies and special occasions in a person’s life. These include birthday, baptismal,
wedding, burial, graduation and alike (See attached Instructor’s Notes 6a).
a. Upon the signal “Paint Me A Picture Of”, patrol shall create a human statue
depicting their respective ceremonies, the Patrol who portrays the best and ideal
re-enactment win. Session Leader shall expound the importance of these
ceremonies as well as its values.

ACTIVITY:
1. The Session Leader together with the Senior Patrol Leader meets all the Patrol Leaders
and explains the task, which is a demonstration of a Troop Investiture Ceremony.
a. The Session Leader shall act out as the Troop Leader and conducts the Troop
Investiture Ceremony Proper with focus on the Scout Ideals and Values
Development. Session Leader gives out the Troop Investiture Ceremony Program
and Investiture Ceremony Script (See attached Instructor’s Notes 6b & 6c for the
Program and Script).
 b. The SPL assigns the participants to take part in the Troop Investiture Program –
The Masters of Ceremony, Opening Prayer, Entrance of Colors, Philippine
National Anthem, Pledge of Allegiance, Opening & Welcome Remarks, Candle
Bearers (Scout Oath & Law), Inspirational Message, Closing Remarks and Scout
Benediction.
c. The Session Leader briefs and orients all the participants in the Troop Investiture
Ceremony and prepares everything for the start of the demonstration. Troop
Investiture Ceremony begins.

ANALYSIS:
1. Session Leader begins with the analysis and processing after the demonstration of the
Troop Investiture Ceremony. This shall focus on both the content of the Investiture
Ceremony (Scout Ideals) and procedures of conducting a Troop Investiture Ceremony.
Publish the answers discreetly organizing them into the following questions below:
a. The Scout Ideals – Do you think is it important to explain the meaning of Scout
Ideals during the ceremony? Why?
b. Ceremonies in Scouting
i. What kind of ceremony you have just observed?
ii. Aside from Investiture Ceremony, are there any other ceremonies
conducted in Scouting? Can you give examples?
iii. What do you observed during the opening and closing part of the
ceremony?
iv. Based on your observation, can you give us the different parts of the
investiture ceremony? What part of the ceremony you like most? Why?
v. What have you observed during the ceremony? What about the
environment and ambiance?

ABSTRACTION:
1. Session Leader gives a lecturette and additional tips in conducting Ceremonies in
Scouting.
a. Types of Ceremonies in Scouting
b. The K.I.S.S. Formula
c. Preparing the Program and Script
2. Activities that depicts the values of the Scout Ideals in the Boy Scout Program.
a. Other activities depicting Scout Ideals.

APPLICATION:
1. In your own standards, what will be your ideal ceremony? Why?
2. Based on the ceremony that you just have observed, as Troop Leaders are you now
confident and capable of conducting your own ceremony in your respective schools?
a. Create a sample of your own Troop Investiture Program Ceremony and submit it
to your Patrol Counselor.

ENDER: End the session with a song “The Boy’s Plea.”

Session 6: Scout Ideals & Investiture Ceremony Instructor’s Notes # 6a

OPENER

PATROL No. 1 – JOB CARD / PAINT ME A PICTURE OF… A WEDDING CEREMONY

Organize your patrol and delegate task to your members; create a human statue or a tablue depicting a
WEDDING ceremony. You only have 2 minutes to prepare for this. Within 1 minute, create your statue or
monument depicting a WEDDING ceremony, without any sounds, or movement. You can use all available
resources within the session hall… Be Creative… Let’s have some team work…

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PATROL No. 2 – JOB CARD / PAINT ME A PICTURE OF… A GRADUATION CEREMONY

Organize your patrol and delegate task to your members; create a human statue or a tablue depicting a
GRADUATION ceremony. You only have 2 minutes to prepare for this. Within 1 minute, create your statue
or monument depicting a GRADUATION ceremony, without any sounds, or movement. You can use all
available resources within the session hall… Be Creative… Let’s have some team work…

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PATROL No. 3 – JOB CARD / PAINT ME A PICTURE OF… A BAPTISMAL CEREMONY

Organize your patrol and delegate task to your members; create a human statue or a tablue depicting a
BAPTISMAL ceremony. You only have 2 minutes to prepare for this. Within 1 minute, create your statue or
monument depicting a BAPTISMAL ceremony, without any sounds, or movement. You can use all
available resources within the session hall… Be Creative… Let’s have some team work…

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PATROL No. 4 – JOB CARD / PAINT ME A PICTURE OF… A FUNERAL/BURIAL CEREMONY

Organize your patrol and delegate task to your members; create a human statue or a tablue depicting a
FUNERAL/BURIAL ceremony. You only have 2 minutes to prepare for this. Within 1 minute, create your
statue or monument depicting a FUNERAL/BURIAL ceremony, without any sounds, or movement. You can
use all available resources within the session hall… Be Creative… Let’s have some team work…

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PATROL No. 5 – JOB CARD / PAINT ME A PICTURE OF… A BIRTHDAY PARTY

Organize your patrol and delegate task to your members; create a human statue or a tablue depicting a
BIRTHDAY PARTY. You only have 2 minutes to prepare for this. Within 1 minute, create your statue or
monument depicting a BIRTHDAY PARTY, without any sounds, or movement. You can use all available
resources within the session hall… Be Creative… Let’s have some team work…
Session 6: Scout Ideals & Investiture Ceremony Instructor’s Notes # 6b
 THE TROOP INVESTITURE CEREMONY PROGRAM
BOY SCOUTS OF THE PHILIPPINES
__________________________________
Council
_______________________________________
The Sponsoring Institution

I. The Opening Prayer _______________________

II. The Entrance of Colors Selected Scouts - Participants

III. The Philippine National Anthem _______________________

IV. Panunumpa Sa Watawat Ng Pilipinas _______________________

V. The Opening & Welcome Remarks _______________________

VI. The Troop Investiture Ceremony Proper The Troop Leader

a. The Candle Lightning Ceremony Selected Scouts – Participants
i. The Scout Oath
ii. The Scout Law
b. The Scout Motto & Slogan
c. The Scout Sign, Salute & Badge
d. The Scout Neckerchief & Carabao Slide

VII. The Donning of Neckerchief The Parents and Guardians

VIII. Presentation of the Institutional Charter The Council Scout Executive

IX. The Troop Installation Ceremony The Senior Patrol Leader

X. Introduction of the Guest Speaker The Troop Leader

XI. Inspirational Message ________________________

XII. Closing Remarks A Parent (Committee Member)

XIII. Closing Prayer The Institutional Representative

XIV. The Exit of Colors Selected Scouts – Participants

XV. The Scout Benediction The Assistant Troop Leader

The Master of Ceremony

Session 6: Scout Ideals & Investiture Ceremony Instructor’s Notes # 6c

THE TROOP INVESTITURE SCRIPT

I. OPENING PRAYER AND LIGHTNING OF BIG CANDLE WHICH REPRESENTS SCOUTING SPIRIT

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. (THE TROOP
LEADER LIT THE CENTER CANDLE) 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 Patrol Leaders, who has the responsibilities to lead their patrols, 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 Patrol and
Troop 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

The Emcee calls for the Entrance of Colors: Please all rise for the Entrance of Colors and remain
standing for the Philippine National Anthem. The Emcee calls the person in-charge.

III. THE PHILIPPINE NATIONAL ANTHEM

The Philippine National Anthem – Scout Salute!

The Emcee: Please remain standing for the Panunumpa ng Katapatan sa Watawat ng Pilipinas to
be lead by _______________________.

IV. PANUNUMPA NG KATAPATAN SA WATAWAT NG PILIPINAS

Facing the audience - Let’s recite the Panunumpa ng Katapatan sa Watawat ng Pilipinas in
unison. Facing the Philippine Flag - Scout Sign! The Person In-Charge recites the Pledge. After the
recitation. Ready front!

The Emcee calls the Principal or Representative to give the Opening & Welcome Remarks: and to
give us the Opening & Welcome Remarks, please welcome ________________, (designation) of
(name of 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 Troop 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, congratulations in
advanced, Thank you very much and Mabuhay Kayong Lahat!

Emcee: Thank you very much ___________________, for such a wonderful words of welcome
and opening our ceremony this afternoon. We shall now have our Troop Investiture Ceremony
Proper. Let’s all welcome (The Session Leader) Troop Leader to formally officiate our ceremony.

VI. THE TROOP INVESTITURE CEREMONY PROPER

The Troop Leader: “Senior Patrol leader, bring the candidates forward.” (SPL escorts the
candidates in front of the stage, facing the Troop Leader, back to audience. SPL stands in front).

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

Participants: “Sir, yes sir!”

Troop Leader: “In this ceremony you will be received into this Troop and into the world
brotherhood of Scouting. Before you is 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 Troop is the
Scout Law. It is know and followed by millions of Scouts. You will learn and follow this law, too.
The Senior Patrol Leader will now lead the rededication of the Scout Oath & Law.

Participants pledge themselves to the Scout Oath and Law.

(The Lightning of 3 Main Candles which represents 3 Main Duty 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 point of the Scout Law, the 12 candles will be lit by 12 Scouts individually, one
at a time after it was mentioned.)

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)

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.

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.

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)

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.

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).

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.

Mentally Awake… Being mentally awake reflects mental alertness and mental health. It is not a
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.

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.” (Each Scout/Participant approaches the center
stage, lit their candle and recites each point of the Scout Law).

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 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.

The Troop Leader: “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!”

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

Participants: “Yes, we are!”

Troop Leader: “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 Patrol Leader to lead the presentation of the Scout Badge.

The Senior Patrol Leader: My fellow Scouts, before you is the Scout Badge. The Scout Badge is
composed of 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, namely – 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 point of
the Scout Law, “A Scout is Cheerful.” The rope attached below the scroll serves as a reminder to
the Scout to do a good turn to someone every day, the slogan being “Do a Good Turn Daily.”

As your personal commitment, do promise to depend and uphold the highest traditions and
noble ideals of the Scout Badge as member of the World Organization of the Scout Movement
and the Boy Scouts of the Philippines?

Participants: “Sir, Yes, sir!”

The Senior Patrol Leader: Very well, with that, I’m with you in this endeavour. I shall now call our
Troop Scribe for the commitment to the Scout Motto.
The Troop Scribe: As previously mentioned in the part of the Scout Badge is the Scout Motto,
which is “Laging Handa” or “Be Prepared”. The motto reminds a Scout of the meaning and
purpose of his membership and the training he is getting in 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 is able to 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 Troop Scribe: I am glad and happy to hear you commitment to our Scout Motto. Now, I shall
now call our Troop Quartermaster for the presentation of the Scout Slogan.

The Troop Quartermaster: As previously mentioned in the part of the Scout Badge is the Scout
Slogan, the rope attached below the scroll serves as a reminder to the Scout to do a good turn to
someone every day, the slogan being “Do a Good Turn Daily.” or “Gumawa ng Mabuti Araw-
Araw”.

The Scout Slogan serves as a daily reminder and challenge to the Scout to look for opportunities
to render a good turn to somebody, be at home, in school, in the community or elsewhere. This
positive reminder to render service to others complements the Scout Motto of “Laging Handa.”
Do you promise to live up with this slogan – and do your best to commit a good turn daily?

Participants: “Yes, we are!”

The Troop Quartermaster: Very well then, I am one with you, this slogan – do a turn daily, may
we always be. Now, I shall now call our Troop Treasurer for the commencement of the Scout
Salute and the Scout Sign.

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

The Scout Sign is made with the right hand palm forward with 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 makes 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.

I shall now call our Junior Assistant Troop Leader to lead the presentation of the Scout
Neckerchief and the Wooden Carabao Slide before our acceptance and donning ceremony.

The Junior Assistant Troop Leader: 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

The Troop Leader: May we request all parents and guardians to don the neckerchiefs of their
sons as symbol of acceptance in the Scout Movement.

The Troop Leader: “And now for the official acceptance, let us all welcome our Institutional
Head/Principal.

The Institutional Head/Principal: “By the authority vested in me by the Boy Scouts of the
Philippines,___________________ Council, and as the Institutional Head of the(name of school)
I now officially declare you as full fledge member of Scout Troop No. ____ of (name of 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

 The Troop Leader: and now to completely fulfill your membership, we shall now have the
Presentation of the Institutional Charter by our Council Scout Executive.

The Council Scout Executive: before I formally present this Charter, allow me to express my
sincerest thanks to your Troop Leader, your Institutional Head and Representative, Troop Unit
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 Council 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 TROOP INSTALLATION CEREMONY

The Troop Leader: 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 Patrol Leader to lead the Troop Installation Ceremony.

The Senior Patrol Leader: As mandated in our Institutional Charter, We shall now have our Troop
Installation Ceremony, Patrol Leaders, kindly organize your members surrounding our Troop 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 Troop No. _______ of the (name of Sponsoring Institution), having been
admitted as bona fide member of the Boy Scouts of the Philippines, National Capital Region,
_____________ 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, neighborhood, 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 Patrol 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

 THE 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.
He/She is no other than _____________________________________________, (designation)
The Emcee introduces the Guest Speaker.

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!
The Emcee thanks the speaker and calls a Parent or Guardian (a member of the Institutional
Scouting Committee) to give the Closing Remarks.

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.

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 Troop 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”

Scout Ideals & Investiture Ceremony Instructor’s Notes # 6d

ENDER

A LITTLE LOVE (A BOY’S PLEA)

A little love that slowly grows and grows,

Not one that comes and goes
That’s all I ask of you.

A sunny day to look up to the sky

A hand to help me by
That’s all I ask of you.

Don’t let me down

Oh, show me that you care
Remember when you give
You also get a share.

Don’t let me down

I have no time to wait,
Tomorrow may not come
By then will be too late.

(repeat from Don’t let me down)