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”