Our Company is called the ’13th Brisbane Company’ and is a part of the Keperra Baptist Church. All Sections meet at the Chruch at 980 Samford Rd Keperra. If required assistance may be given with transport on Company nights.
If you are interested contact: Mr Anthony Campling (Captain) Arana Hills. 3351 7089 or 1800 819 704
Boys’ Brigade is a non-denomination and international Christian uniformed organisation for boys aged from 5 to 18 years. It started on 4th October 1883 in Glasgow Scotland. Our world patron is Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. It aims at the all-round development of each boy. Educational physical spiritual social. Boys are able to earn badges for different skills achieved. Starting from a simple scheme the programme develops into a wider range of work including such challenges as the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme. The highest award Brigade offers is the Queen’s Badge.
Especially in No. 2 Seciton (12-18 years) young men have the opportunity to develop leadership skills. Responsibility is given to lead small groups during Brigade activities including camps and expeditions.
The uniform encourages a sense of belonging and responsibility and helps to create and maintain discipline and self-respect. It helps prevent barriers which can arise because of varying economic and social backgrounds.
Boys’ Brigade objective: “The advancement of Christ’s Kingdom among boys and the promotion of habits of obedience reverence discipline self-respect and all that tends towards a true Christian manliness.”
Boys’ Brigade purpose statement: “The purpose of The Boys’ Brigade in Australia is to provide in cooperation with the local church a supportive Christian community for boys and young men to assist in their Christian growth balanced personal development and leadership training and to assist the church reaching out into the community.”
Years 1-2 at school join Anchor Boys:
[ul]craft
bible stories
games
sports
excursions
hikes
having fun
making new friends[/ul]
Years 3-6 at school join No. 1 Section:
[ul]handcrafts
learning skills
badge awards
bible stories
camping
games
sports
figure marching
making new friends[/ul]
Ages 12-18 join No. 2 Section:
[ul]challenging award scheme
bible study
gymnastics
bicycle canoeing & hiking expeditions
drill & parades
skills & recreation
community service
leadership training
camping (including international[/ul])