This controversy over homosexuality being allowed by the BSA brings tears to my eyes. I too followed the trail to Eagle Scout and stayed with them as a jr. leader until my tour in the Navy, and Asst. Scoutmaster after until I moved later that year. Yes, it is legalistic, and moralistic, if one takes to heart all of the oaths, motto, etc. and I did. On the other hand, this was most helpful in guiding me to adulthood and becoming who I am today. There were really no other influences in my life at that time that had such a positive effect. This experience set the stage, so to speak, to seek out the Lutheran faith. Ah, but that is another story by itself.

Now, our extended family will need to consider the BSA versus whomever situation thoughtfully and prayerfully as the grandchildren approach the age of participating.