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'''Royal Rangers''' is a worldwide movement of the | |||
'''Royal Rangers''' is a worldwide movement of the Assemblies of God designed to provide young people with activities while providing them with religious instruction. A [[camping]] theme is at the heart of most activities, along with a merit award system whereby Royal Rangers must demonstrate specific knowledge and abilities. Since 1962, this program, developed originally by North Texas Youth Director Rev. Johnnie Barnes, has since spread from the Assemblies of God to many other denominations (notably the [[International Pentecostal Holiness Church]]) and from the United States to over 73 countries. Most of the sponsoring churches sponsor Royal Rangers as an alternative to more [[secularism|secular]] youth movements such as [[Scouting]]. Royal Rangers International and Royal Rangers America do not consider themselves as part of the Scouting movement, although Royal Rangers Germany does. | |||
== Age groups == | == Age groups == | ||
In the United States, the boys in Royal Rangers are divided into four groups | In the United States, the boys in Royal Rangers are divided into four groups | ||
*Ranger Kids ( | *Ranger Kids (Kindergarten-2nd Grade) | ||
*Discovery Rangers (3rd Grade-5th Grade) | *Discovery Rangers (3rd Grade-5th Grade) | ||
*Adventure Rangers (6th Grade-8th Grade) | *Adventure Rangers (6th Grade-8th Grade) | ||
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*'''1914''' The Assemblies of God begins in April in Hot Springs, Arkansas. | *'''1914''' The Assemblies of God begins in April in Hot Springs, Arkansas. | ||
*'''1962''' In January, Rev. Johnnie Barnes moves to Springfield, Missouri, to put together a program for boys. | *'''1962''' In January, Rev. Johnnie Barnes moves to Springfield, Missouri, to put together a program for boys. Rev. Charles Scott suggests the name “Royal Rangers.” Rev. Barnes becomes the first Royal Rangers national commander. | ||
*'''1963''' The Royal Rangers Leadership Training Course is developed. | *'''1963''' The Royal Rangers Leadership Training Course is developed. | ||
*'''1964''' The first district-wide powwows (now called Camps) are held. The Gold Medal of Achievement and the Medal of Valor awards are first offered. | *'''1964''' The first district-wide powwows (now called Camps) are held. The Gold Medal of Achievement and the Medal of Valor awards are first offered. | ||
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== The Royal Ranger emblem == | == The Royal Ranger emblem == | ||
[[Image: | [[Image:Royal Rangers.svg|thumb|200px|Right| The Royal Ranger Emblem. As worn by every royal ranger in the world.]] | ||
The Royal Rangers Emblem is a stylized [[compass rose]] containing points in three different colors: Red, Blue, and Gold. Each color has a different meaning. | The Royal Rangers Emblem is a stylized [[compass rose]] containing points in three different colors: Red, Blue, and Gold. Each color has a different meaning. | ||
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**''Courteous'' : "A Ranger is polite, kind, and thoughtful." | **''Courteous'' : "A Ranger is polite, kind, and thoughtful." | ||
**''Obedient'' : "A Ranger obeys his parents, leaders, and those in authority." | **''Obedient'' : "A Ranger obeys his parents, leaders, and those in authority." | ||
**''Spiritual'' : "A Ranger prays, reads the | **''Spiritual'' : "A Ranger prays, reads the Bible, and witnesses." | ||
== Royal Rangers flag, pledge and motto == | == Royal Rangers flag, pledge and motto == | ||
Royal Rangers have their own flag, which is the Royal Rangers emblem centered on a white field. | Royal Rangers have their own flag, which is the Royal Rangers emblem centered on a white field. There is no pledge to the Royal Rangers ''flag'', but there is a Royal Rangers Pledge: | ||
'''''With God’s help, I will do my best to serve God, my church, and my fellowman; to live by the Ranger Code; to make the Golden Rule my daily rule.''''' | '''''With God’s help, I will do my best to serve God, my church, and my fellowman; to live by the Ranger Code; to make the Golden Rule my daily rule.''''' | ||
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<!-- Unsourced image removed: [[Image:MVC-019S.JPG|thumb|Royal Ranger Commanders (Leaders) in Class B uniform]] --> | <!-- Unsourced image removed: [[Image:MVC-019S.JPG|thumb|Royal Ranger Commanders (Leaders) in Class B uniform]] --> | ||
<!-- Unsourced image removed: [[Image:PIC00020.JPG|thumb|Royal Ranger in Class A uniform]] --> | <!-- Unsourced image removed: [[Image:PIC00020.JPG|thumb|Royal Ranger in Class A uniform]] --> | ||
Like the Boy Scouts, Royal Rangers have their own distinctive uniform. Other nations have variations of the uniform, but in the United States, the Royal Ranger uniform consists of a | Like the Boy Scouts, Royal Rangers have their own distinctive uniform. Other nations have variations of the uniform, but in the United States, the Royal Ranger uniform consists of a khaki shirt and khaki slacks with black or brown shoes. For the oldest group, Expedition Rangers, the classes are divided into subgroups by theme. Each of these subgroups (Air Rangers, Sea Rangers, Trail Rangers, and High Action Rangers) has its own distinctive uniform. (Air Rangers uses a flight suit, Sea Rangers uses a navy style uniform, and High Action and Trail Rangers simply use casual Ranger Wear) The standard Class "A" Uniform is used for formal functions and is worn with a tie in the colour of the age group (Leaders wear Navy Blue) as well as drape medals. The Class "B" Uniform is worn for other functions and is worn with a [[bolo tie]]. Each age group has a specific color bolo tie to wear; However, many choose to wear one that they have custom made. Rather than drape medals, ribbons (called merits) are worn on the Class "B" uniform. On the shirt is the following items | ||
*'''Left sleeve (top to bottom)''' | *'''Left sleeve (top to bottom)''' | ||
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*'''Right shirt pocket (top to bottom)''' | *'''Right shirt pocket (top to bottom)''' | ||
**Bronze/Silver/Gold Wings (For those involved in | **Bronze/Silver/Gold Wings (For those involved in aviation) | ||
**Leaders' Award Ribbons (Class A and B Uniforms) | **Leaders' Award Ribbons (Class A and B Uniforms) | ||
**Merit Ribbons (Boys wear ribbons for merits they earn, leaders wear ribbons for merits they teach) | **Merit Ribbons (Boys wear ribbons for merits they earn, leaders wear ribbons for merits they teach) | ||
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**Title or Leadership Insignia (ex: Jr. Leader bars or Sr. Commander bars) | **Title or Leadership Insignia (ex: Jr. Leader bars or Sr. Commander bars) | ||
Different types of headgear are worn on the uniform, depending on the level of training of the boy or leader. For the Class A uniform, a [[beret]] is worn with the default beret being a royal blue beret with the Royal Rangers emblem on it. Other berets can be worn based on the training event attended, such as the navy blue beret worn by leaders for attending the National Training Camp (NTC) or the Maroon beret of the Junior Training Camp (JTC) for boys. A series of different types of headgear is available to boys through the Junior Leadership Training Academy (JLTA) in each district. | Different types of headgear are worn on the uniform, depending on the level of training of the boy or leader. For the Class A uniform, a [[beret]] is worn with the default beret being a royal blue beret with the Royal Rangers emblem on it. Other berets can be worn based on the training event attended, such as the navy blue beret worn by leaders for attending the National Training Camp (NTC) or the Maroon beret of the Junior Training Camp (JTC) for boys. A series of different types of headgear is available to boys through the Junior Leadership Training Academy (JLTA) in each district. Although some districts have developed various kinds of headgear for their own specific camps, the camps that are a part of the JLTA are the only nationally recognized hats. | ||
Class "B" uniforms can also include the beret, and various types of Royal Rangers ball caps. | Class "B" uniforms can also include the beret, and various types of Royal Rangers ball caps. The brown and navy blue campaign hats are reserved for wear at JLTA camps, and national training events respectively. These are not worn in any other venue in Royal Rangers. | ||
Class "C" uniforms are worn in more relaxed settings, such as field day events or campouts. A Class "C" uniform consists of blue jeans or slacks and a Royal Ranger T-shirt. Additionally, an awards vest can be worn on the Class "B" or "C" uniform. The following items can be placed on the awards vest: | Class "C" uniforms are worn in more relaxed settings, such as field day events or campouts. A Class "C" uniform consists of blue jeans or slacks and a Royal Ranger T-shirt. Additionally, an awards vest can be worn on the Class "B" or "C" uniform. The following items can be placed on the awards vest: | ||
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Some countries have other emblems than described here. | Some countries have other emblems than described here. | ||
==Ranger of the year== | == Ranger of the year == | ||
Ranger of the Year is a competition held annually in which each Ranger is tested on his knowledge and skills. A Ranger's ability to qualify is based on the number of points they have earned from completing things such as merits or medals, attending camps, or wearing their uniform. This competition is held in every level (Outpost, Section, District, and Region) and at the lower three levels, every person who gets more than 85% of their testing right gets a medal. At the Regional level, the person who gets the highest score becomes the National Royal Ranger of the Year for that Region. | Ranger of the Year is a competition held annually in which each Ranger is tested on his knowledge and skills. A Ranger's ability to qualify is based on the number of points they have earned from completing things such as merits or medals, attending camps, or wearing their uniform. This competition is held in every level (Outpost, Section, District, and Region) and at the lower three levels, every person who gets more than 85% of their testing right gets a medal. At the Regional level, the person who gets the highest score becomes the National Royal Ranger of the Year for that Region. | ||
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[[Image:GoldMedal.Jpg|thumb|The Gold Medal of Achievement]] | [[Image:GoldMedal.Jpg|thumb|The Gold Medal of Achievement]] | ||
Royal Rangers Gold Medal of Achievement is the highest honor a boy can earn. | Royal Rangers Gold Medal of Achievement is the highest honor a boy can earn. It is equivalent of the Eagle Scout award in the Scouting program. | ||
The Gold Medal of Achievement (GMA) is a medal of great distinction and honor. It was first offered in 1963 with the first recipient completing its requirements in 1964. In its 40 year history the GMA has been earned by over 5000 boys ages 12 through 17 years of age. | The Gold Medal of Achievement (GMA) is a medal of great distinction and honor. It was first offered in 1963 with the first recipient completing its requirements in 1964. In its 40 year history the GMA has been earned by over 5000 boys ages 12 through 17 years of age. | ||
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GMA recipients must: | GMA recipients must: | ||
•Be at least 12 years (and at least in the 6th grade), but less than 18 years old or high school graduate (whichever is later). <br> | •Be at least 12 years (and at least in the 6th grade), but less than 18 years old or high school graduate (whichever is later). <br /> | ||
•Have been a Silver Medalist for at least 3 months. <br> | •Have been a Silver Medalist for at least 3 months. <br /> | ||
•Have completed 24 merits, 16 of those chosen from a required list and 8 personal choice. <br> | •Have completed 24 merits, 16 of those chosen from a required list and 8 personal choice. <br /> | ||
•Have served in a (junior) leadership position for at least 6 months. <br> | •Have served in a (junior) leadership position for at least 6 months. <br /> | ||
•Have written a 500 word essay on “The Value of Royal Rangers to Me”. <br> | •Have written a 500 word essay on “The Value of Royal Rangers to Me”. <br /> | ||
•Have completed a Christian Service Project. <br> | •Have completed a Christian Service Project. <br /> | ||
The requirements for the GMA can be found here: | The requirements for the GMA can be found here: http://royalrangers.ag.org/gma/bsacomparison.cfm | ||
== Royal Rangers worldwide == | == Royal Rangers worldwide == | ||
Royal Rangers ministers to young people in the | Royal Rangers ministers to young people in the United States and in over 67 countries. The largest organization outside the United States is in Australia, with groups in all areas except Northern Territory and Western Australia. The other countries that have a Royal Rangers program are: | ||
=== The Americas (22 countries) === | === The Americas (22 countries) === | ||
* | *Argentina | ||
* | *Bahamas | ||
* | *Belize | ||
* | *Bolivia | ||
* | *Brazil | ||
* | *Chile | ||
* | *Colombia | ||
* | *Costa Rica | ||
* | *Curaçao | ||
* | *Dominican Republic | ||
* | *Ecuador | ||
* | *El Salvador | ||
* | *Guatemala | ||
* | *Honduras | ||
* | *Jamaica | ||
* | *Mexico | ||
* | *Nicaragua | ||
* | *Panama | ||
* | *Paraguay | ||
* | *Peru | ||
* | *Uruguay | ||
* | *Venezuela | ||
=== Europe (24 countries) === | === Europe (24 countries) === | ||
* | *Austria | ||
* | *Belgium | ||
* | *Croatia | ||
* | *Czech Republic | ||
* | *Denmark | ||
* | *Finland | ||
* | *France | ||
* | *Germany | ||
* | *Great Britain | ||
* | *Hungary | ||
* | *Italy | ||
* | *Latvia | ||
* | *Lithuania | ||
* | *Macedonia | ||
* | *Netherlands | ||
* | *Norway | ||
* | *Poland | ||
* | *Portugal | ||
* | *Romania | ||
* | *Spain | ||
* | *Slovakia | ||
* | *Sweden | ||
* | *Switzerland | ||
* | *Iceland | ||
=== Eurasia (4 countries) === | === Eurasia (4 countries) === | ||
* | *India | ||
* | *Russia | ||
* | *Sri Lanka | ||
* | *Ukraine | ||
=== Africa (4 countries) === | === Africa (4 countries) === | ||
* | *Ghana | ||
* | *Kenya | ||
* | *Nigeria | ||
* | *South Africa | ||
=== Asia/Pacific (13 countries) === | === Asia/Pacific (13 countries) === | ||
* | *Australia | ||
* | *Cambodia | ||
* | *Fiji | ||
* | *Japan | ||
* | *Malaysia | ||
* | *New Zealand | ||
* | *Papua New Guinea | ||
* | *Philippines | ||
* | *Singapore | ||
* | *Solomon Islands | ||
* | *Taiwan | ||
* | *Thailand | ||
* | *Vanuatu | ||
==External links== | == External links == | ||
*http://royalrangers.ag.org - The Official website of Royal Rangers | *http://royalrangers.ag.org - The Official website of Royal Rangers | ||
*http://www.royalrangersinternational.com/ - The Official website of Royal Rangers International, the liaison between the United States Royal Rangers and other national programs | *http://www.royalrangersinternational.com/ - The Official website of Royal Rangers International, the liaison between the United States Royal Rangers and other national programs | ||
*http://www.royalrangers.ws - | *http://www.royalrangers.ws - The Official website of Royal Rangers Spanish Eastern District Long Island Section. | ||
[http://www.rangerforums.com | [http://www.rangerforums.com | ||
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