Faith - Service - Fun A ministry of Trinity Community Church, American Heritage Girls Troop IL 1190 is a Christ-centered character, leadership, and adventure program for girls ages 5-18. Through this ministry girls develop into Christ-following servant leaders who are honoring, relational, anchored, and competent. American Heritage Girls combines the methods of traditional scout-type programs, including outdoor skills, leadership development, the patrol method, advancement, and uniforms, with Christian youth ministry. The program’s vision is to be the premier national character development organization for girls that embraces Christian values and encourages family involvement.
Program Emphases
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Faith- Christ Follower: Submits to Christ and seeks God's will for her life
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Leadership- Servant Leader: Following Jesus' model of leadership by putting others first
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Social- Relational: Investing in positive and loving relationships with others
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Emotional- Anchored: Clings to Christ even when emotions try to take control
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Citizenship- Honoring: Cares for her community as an active citizen through service and patriotism
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Life Skills- Competent: Enjoys mastering new skills and applies them to her life
Program Levels
An AHG Troup is comprised of the following levels, which meet together.
- Patherfinder:Ages 5-7 and in Kindergarten
- Tenderfoot: Ages 6-8 and in grades 1st-3rd
- Explorers: Ages 9-11 and in grades 4th-6th
- Pioneers: Ages 12-14 and in grades 7th-8th
- Patriots: Ages 14-18 and in grades 9th-12th
