Amman, Nov. 10 (Petra) -- Under the patronage of HRH Princess Basma bint Talal, President of the Jordanian Association of Boy Scouts and Girl Guides (JABSGG), the Patriarchate Scout and Guide Group of the Christ the King Church in Amman's Misdar celebrated its diamond jubilee on Tuesday under the motto "75 Years of Giving... 75 Years of Belonging." Princess Basma emphasized that Jordan’s nation-building journey has been forged through the shared sacrifices of its Christian and Muslim citizens as brothers united in good times and bad. She noted that the Christ the King Church, built in the 1920s, forms an integral part of Amman’s history and stands as a testament to the fact that the Christian presence is an authentic pillar of the nation's identity.
Speaking in the presence of JABSGG Secretary-General Mazen Al-Hmoud and Patriarchal Vicar General of the Latin Church in Jordan, Bishop Iyad Twal, Princess Basma stated that the group has served as a school of leadership, service, and belonging since its inception, nurturing generations of youth who have actively contributed to society.
She urged members of the Jordanian scout movement to uphold its values and legacy to ensure that its mission of community service continues across generations.
For his part, Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa highlighted the historical role of scouting in promoting brotherhood, mutual respect, and civic duty, stressing that the movement remains a national force uniting Jordanians in loyalty to their country and leadership.
Group Leader Bashar Al-Muasher noted that the group is the oldest Christian scout organization in Jordan, maintaining a strong local, regional, and international presence. He added that scouting serves as a life school that instills discipline and citizenship, aligning with the vision of HRH Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II to empower youth in community service.
During the ceremony, Princess Basma toured a photo exhibition documenting the group's 75-year history and honored several pioneer members and supporters.
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