Catholic Mass Celebrated at the National Scout Jamboree in West Virginia
Malia O’Brien, Scoutmaster Troop 20 (G) in Carson Valley, shared these highlights at the National Jamboree, the Summit Scout Reserve, in West Virginia. Cardinal Pierre, Ambassador to US from Holy See, gave the homily. Cardinal Pierre was joined by Bishop Michael Fischer, Diocese of Buffalo.
The 2023 Jamboree had 16,000 Scouts and Scouters, from more than 50 different states, plus the, Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, District of Columbia, Far East Council and Transatlantic Council. Summit Bechtel Reserve is the permanent home for all future National Jamborees.
About National Scout Jamboree:
Typically held every 4 years, Jamborees are the BSA’s (Boy Scouts of America) largest national events, where since its inception in 1937 more than one million Scouts, Scout leaders and staff have participated in a celebration of Scouting’s commitment to fun, friendship, outdoor adventure, service to others, personal development, diversity, and leadership.
