Helping Boys to grow more Christlike in all areas of life.
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Who We Are
The Calvinist Cadet Corps is an independent (non-denominational) youth ministry organization whose purpose is to provide the local church with a ministry program that will enable them to effectively share Christ's love with boys from their church and community. Founded in 1952, the Corps has more than 600 clubs throughout North America. We encourage any evangelical Bible believing church to consider using our ministry programs. The organization uses the title "Calvinist" to honor the Protestant reformer, John Calvin, who devoted his life to the religious education of God's children.
THE CADET MINISTRY IN YOUR CHURCH'S NEIGHBORHOOD
THE CADET MINISTRY IN YOUR CHURCH
A HISTORY OF THE CALVINIST CADET CORPS (PDF FILE)
Watch a video that provides an overview of Cadeting.
What We Believe
The basis of the Calvinist Cadet Corps is the Word of God (the Bible) according to the concept of the same as expressed in the Heidelberg Catechism, the Canons of Dort, and the Belgic Confession. Practical Application of these Beliefs God is revealed in His Word – The cadeting ministry encourages studying the Bible as the guide to life. God is revealed in nature – The cadeting ministry encourages experiencing the presence of the Lord in His glorious creation. Learning the skills of an outdoorsman builds a boy's character, and developing a boy's understanding of his 
place in God's world helps him to be a faithful steward. Men as God's servants – The Calvinist Cadet Corps is the ministry of men of God who are dedicated to bring boys into a living relationship with their Lord and Savior. These men, understanding their imperfection, hold on to the promise that the Lord will bless their prayers, their example, and their instruction if they rely on God's strength.
LOOK AT THE CADET CORPS CONSTITUTION
LOOK AT THE ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE OF THE CCC
LOOK AT THE MINISTRY PROGRAMS OFFERED BY THE CCC
Download a full pdf copy of the Calvinist Cadet Corps Constitution
The Goal of Cadeting
The Goal of Cadeting Luke 2:52 states that "Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and men." The goal of the Calvinist Cadet Corps, based upon that verse, is to help boys to grow spiritually in all areas of life (devotional, mental, physical, and social) by providing Christian men with a uniquely designed structure, program, and materials so that they can mentor boys effectively.
LANDMARKS: WHAT EVERY CADET MUST KNOW
Merit badge work at the weekly club meeting — a Christian man sharing his skill, experience, joy, faith, and wisdom with a boy.
