Brigade Object
“The object of the Boys’ & Girls’ Brigade shall be the advancement of Christ’s kingdom and the promotion of habits of obedience, reverence, discipline, self-respect and a spirit that reflects a true Christian life.”
What does that mean to me?
An “object” in this case is an end toward which effort or action or emotion is directed - a goal.
…shall be the advancement of Christ’s kingdom…
can mean to progress or move onto something bigger and better. This could mean we would try to create opportunities and situations that would allow each of us to try to improve ourselves, and in turn be a more positive influence toward those around us.
Obedience… a willingness to obey.
Reverence… honor or respect felt or shown. Not only does this have a religious meaning to us, but it can also mean how we treat or feel about one another.
Discipline… training that develops self-control and molds moral character. Discipline does not always mean punishment. What would happen to our program, and our building, if there were no attempts to teach and model discipline?
Self-respect… proper respect for yourself as a human being. A regard for your own worth or value. Proper respect for oneself… does a person with a “big head” have too much self respect? Does a person with a drug or alcohol problem perhaps suffer from not enough respect for themselves?
A spirit that reflects a true Christian life… we believe Christ should be visible in our organization through our goals, the examples we set and follow, and our thoughts and actions. We encourage each one of you to attend the church of your choice or participate in some form of community service each month. We all look forward to a life filled with good things. We aren’t referring to material possessions here, but to a quality of life marked by love, meaningful friendships and relationships, and a capacity for giving to and enjoying others.
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