The purpose of the Spirit Alive program is to help young Catholics in grades nine to twelve grow in awareness of the Holy Spirit in their lives by inviting participants to accept the Holy Spirit's call to transform our world with the life and truth of Jesus. An adult mentor works with the students throughout the program. The Spirit Alive program book, mentor handbook, and the medal and patch award package can be ordered from the Diocesan Catholic Committee on Scouting, care of the Office for Catechesis - Ministry to Youth and Young Adults. The Spirit Alive medal and patch are traditionally presented annually on the last Sunday of April at the Cathedral in Springfield after successful completion of the program and certification by the parish.