We are the hands of Christ.
"We are the hands of Christ."
If you witness, suspect, or know of child and/or vulnerable adult abuse, YOU MUST FILE A REPORT WITHIN 48 HOURS!
Contact Civil Authorities:
Department of Family and Protective Services
1-800-252-5400 or www.txabusehotline.org
If the person is in immediate danger, call 911.
If Church Personnel Is Involved In Alleged Abuse:
Step One— Contact Civil Authorities.
Step Two— Contact one of the following:
Pastoral Care and Outreach 361-827-7186
pastoralcare@victoriadiocese.org
· Bishop or Chancellor of the Diocese of Victoria at (361) 573-0828;
and Written Allegations Should Be Sent To:
Office of the Bishop
P. O. Box 4070
Victoria, Texas 77903
Mark as “Personal and Confidential”
We will also help you bring your concerns to church officials outside the diocese if the abuse occurred elsewhere and you now reside in the Diocese of Victoria. If you are unsure about bringing a complaint or would like further information, please contact Shannon Thomas.
Holy Cross/San Luis/St. Ann's Safe Environment Coordinator is Lana Brysch. She may be contacted by phone at (361)564-2893 or by email at holycrosspcl@sbcglobal.net. Training sessions are held frequently throughout the year. Call Lana or the Rectory at (361)564-2893 for the next scheduled session. Office hours are Monday through Friday 8:30 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. and 1:00 P.M. to 3:30 P.M.
All adults who are working in the Diocese of Victoria with youth in classrooms or involved with youth ministry, Religious Education teachers and aides are required to complete Safe Environment requirements before being involved.
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