Chaplain aides assist the troop chaplain (usually an adult from the troop committee or the chartered organization) in serving the religious needs of the troop. They lead the troop in opening or closing prayer and mealtime blessings. Chaplain aides ensure that religious holidays are considered during the troop’s program planning process and promote the BSA’s religious emblems program. Responsibilities include assisting the troop chaplain with religious services at troop activities. Encouraging troop members to strengthen their relationships with God through personal prayer and devotion and participation in religious activities appropriate to their faith. Telling Scouts about the Religious Emblems program for their faith at least once a year. Helping recognize troop members who receive their religious emblems, (such as at a court of honor). Making sure religious holidays are considered during the troop program planning process. Helping plan for religious observance in troop activities. Encouraging saying grace at meals while camping or at other activities. Helping promote annual Scout Sunday or Scout Sabbath. Setting a good example. Wearing the Scout uniform correctly. Living by the Scout Oath and Law. Showing Scout's spirit.