Resources
- Theological/Spiritual
- Diocesan
- Printables
- Charter Implementation
- Child Abuse and Human Trafficking
- For Parishes
Theological/Spiritual
Scriptural Sources for Renewal
by Auxiliary Bishop Robert Barron
Responding to the Abuse Crisis as
Committed Disciples
by Sr. Sara Butler
Theological Lessons of the Abuse Crisis
by Sr. Mary Timothy Prokes
Diocesan
Teaching Modules by Sr. Katarina Schuth, OSF - based on the 2011 John Jay Causes and Context Study
2007 Safe Environment Work Group Report - Safe Environment Training of Children in the Catholic Church
Questions and Answers - Regarding the Canonical Process for the Resolution of Allegations of Sexual Abuse of Minors by Priests and DeaconsMagisterial
Teachings on Child Sexual Abuse - Buildling a culture of healing through Magisterial Teachings.
Parent Resources - available through the Diocese of Grand Island website.
Sample Letters of Suitability - sample letters for clergy visiting and ministering in other dioceses
Video: The Catholic Church is Committed to the Safety of Children - A YouTube video describing the efforts that have been taken by dioceses to protect children, and a PSA on how everyone can help prevent abuse.
Children Safety Information Links
To Learn More About Efforts to Protect Children, Link to Your Diocese/Eparchy
For diocesan clergy and staff...please access the "Resource Toolbox" for additional resources:
Diocesan Review Boards | Safe Environment Coordinators | Victim Assistance Coordinators
Printables
"Promise to Protect" Victim Outreach Poster English | Spanish
"Promise to Protect" Bookmark English | Spanish
"Promise to Protect" Prayer Card Bilingual
"Promise to Protect" Brochure English | Spanish
Rosary Guide for Healing and Protection English | Spanish
Pope Francis on Abuse English | Spanish
Child and Youth Protection Facts and Figures English | Spanish
Charter Implementation
Child Abuse and Human Trafficking
Anti-Trafficking Program - information from Migration and Refugee Services (MRS) on Human Trafficking
Letter to Dioceses - from MRS containing information on the intersection of child abuse and human trafficking
MRS Brochure - on Human Trafficking
For Parishes
Dioceses/eparchies can voluntarily use these resources to help their parishes assist overseas partners in better protecting children and healing survivors of abuse.
Fulfilling Our Pledge to Protect and Heal: Guiding Parishes to Help Prevent Child Abuse Overseas
This one-page overview is directed to diocesan/eparchial child protection staff and/or staff whose responsibilities include "parish twinning" or "sister-parish" programs
How You Can Help Address Child Abuse Overseas
This resource, with the support of the diocese, can be used to assist parishes in carrying out a four-stage process to assist their overseas partners in developing their own child protection policies.
A Facilitator's Guide: Helping Partners Develop or Strengthen Their Organizational Child Protection Policies
This guide is meant to help overseas partners increase their understanding of the issues involved in safeguarding children as well as practices for organizations in creating safe, protective environments. This guide is meant to be shared with overseas partners, if appropriate.
Abuse Prevention Resources
The following are resources dioceses/eparchies and parishes may find useful in educating their communities about the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People and the latest work of the U.S. Bishops to prevent future abuse by clergy.
Materials may be printed in whole or in part and distributed for free within your diocese/eparchy or parish. The text may not be altered in any way prior to distribution.
We carry with us these days the pain and hope of all who may feel let down by the Church. Yet, we find ourselves grateful for the reminder that the future does not rest with any of us alone, but rather belongs to God. Hope is to be found in Christ. In Him, hope becomes unshakable.
—Cardinal Daniel N. DiNardo, Archbishop of Galveston-Houston and USCCB President
Document/Image Resources
- PDF - Links to a PDf version of a handout or bulletin insert.
- SOCIAL - Links to a JPG image for Facebook, Twitter, web, etc.
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April
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Abril
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Five Ways
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Cinco Maneras
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Every Child
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CYP Novena
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Novena en Espanol
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CYP Norms
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CYP Normas
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Warning Signs
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Señales
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Ten Tips
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Diez Consejos
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Retreat
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Retreat
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Video Resources
The Challenges and Rewards of Victim Assistance Coordinators
We reached out to Victim Assistance Coordinators around the country to learn more about their work. They share the sorrows and joys of this critically important work in the lives of survivors of clergy sexual abuse.
Child Abuse Prevention Month
The Catholic Church is absolutely committed to the safety of children. Together we can make a Promise to Protect, and a Pledge to Heal.
Victim Assistance Coordinators Around The U.S.
Help is available if you or someone you know has been affected by clergy sexual abuse. Find your diocese's victim assistance coordinator at www.usccb.org/vac.