011 – December 2020 Pack Theme

In this episode of the Cubmaster Minute, we cover our Pack Theme for December 2020.

Hi everyone!  Mr. Maloney here for the Cub Master Minute presented by Pack 457 in Zelienople, PA.  

It’s a new month and time for us to continue our talk about the SCOUT OATH and our theme for this month: TO OBEY THE SCOUT LAW.  When we say the Scout Oath, we promise to live by the twelve points of the Scout Law.  

But what does it mean to live by the twelve points of the Scout Law.  Well, with the Holidays upon us, I thought we’d see how a famous Cub Scout lives up to the Scout Law.  That’s right, let’s see how The Old Man himself, Santa Claus  stacks up against the twelve points of the Scout Law:

• Trustworthy: He shows up every year, just like he promises.
• Loyal: He’s very dedicated to his craft and his mission.
• Helpful: Saves many Dads from last-minute shopping. Dads are notorious for leaving things to the last minute, just ask a mom.
• Friendly: How many people would let millions of kids sit on their lap and listen to what they want? …And smile while doing it?
• Courteous: He always says “Thank You” for the billions of calories he gets in milk and cookies each year.
• Kind: Delivering gifts to children is a great act of kindness. Except for the drum sets. …That’s not too kind, at least to the parents.
• Obedient: We tried to emailed Mrs. Claus on this one. No reply, but seeing he’s been married for all those years, I’m going to bet he does what she tells him.
• Cheerful: Ho ho ho! Need I say more?
• Thrifty: Makes his own toys and saves a bundle on shipping costs.
• Brave: Would you get in a magic sleigh pulled by flying reindeer?
• Clean: Not sure how he does it, but that red suit looks great even after the millionth chimney has been gone down.
• Reverent: Does his thing on a very special night for his religion and represents the spirit of the day.

This time of year no matter what holiday you celebrate, remember that doing your best every day and living the Scout Oath and Law is what really makes each of you a Cub Scout.  I hope all of you have a happy and healthy holiday season.  And until our next episode, stay safe and stay Scouting.