Child And Youth Protection, office Of

The Office of Child and Youth Protection carries out the Bishop’s commitment to create a safe environment throughout our parishes and schools by overseeing the implementation of safeguards which protect children, youth and dependent adults.

We Offer:

  • Support individuals who have been victims of abuse by clergy or church personnel through the Assistance Ministry Coordinator program
  • Safe Environment training and education for children, youth, and all adults who work or volunteers with or around minors
  • Background screening/fingerprinting services for all priests, deacons, educators and all other adults who work or volunteer with or around minors
  • Training and support for parish and school sites in maintaining accurate records of background screening and safe environment training