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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 English | Spanish
- Pope Francis on Abuse English | 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.
- 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.