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Diocesan Resources
The following are resources dioceses/eparchies may find useful in making the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People part of what we do as Church.
- Teaching Modules by Sr. Katarina Schuth, OSF - based on the 2011 John Jay Causes and Context Study
- Questions and Answers - Regarding the Canonical Process for the Resolution of Allegations of Sexual Abuse of Minors by Priests and Deacons
- Teachings on Child Sexual Abuse - Building a culture of healing through Magisterial Teachings.
- - 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.
Print Material Resources
- "Promise to Protect" Victim Outreach Poster | Spanish
- "Promise to Protect" Bookmark | Spanish
- "A Prayer for Healing for Victims of Abuse" Prayer Card
- "Promise to Protect" Brochure |
- Rosary Guide for Healing and Protection | Spanish
- Child and Youth Protection Facts and Figures Bilingual
Charter Implementation Resources
- Diocesan Review Board Resource Booklet
- Parish Self-Assessment Guide English | Spanish
Child Abuse and Human Trafficking Resources
- Anti-Trafficking Program - information from Migration and Refugee Services (MRS) on Human Trafficking
Child Abuse Prevention Month Resources
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- 2021 Child Abuse Prevention Month Resource Booklet
- 2020 Child Abuse Prevention Month Resource Booklet
- Servicio de la Palabra Para Sanación Ejemplo
Child Sexual Abuse Resources
Resources for Parish-Twinning and Sister-Parish Programs
Dioceses/eparchies can voluntarily use these resources to help their parishes assist overseas partners in better protecting children and healing survivors of abuse.
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This one-page overview is directed to diocesan/eparchial child protection staff and/or staff whose responsibilities include "parish twinning" or "sister-parish" programs -
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.