Protecting God's Children

Out of concern for the safety and well-being of your children, ALL adult volunteers are required to complete the following (see links below to accompanying documentation):

1. Participate in the workshop, “Protecting God’s Children” (link to schedule)
2. Complete a Background Release, updating every five years 
3. Read the Diocesan Pastoral Policies and Standards
4. Complete the Acknowledgement form

Return the following in a sealed envelope marked CONFIDENTIAL to our PGC Coordinator, Kelly Aguayo (see contact info below) via standard mail, school mail or email:

1. Certificate of Completion from training class
2. Completed and signed Background Release
3. Completed and signed Acknowledgement form

Volunteers who are minors need to complete the ‘minors’ form below
 

Anyone with reason to believe that a child has been abused or is being abused should report their suspicions to civil authorities. Contact: Illinois Department of Children and Family Services: 1.800.25ABUSE (1.800.252.2873) or local police.

The Diocese of Joliet Victim Assistance Coordinator is available to help victims/survivors of child sexual abuse by a  cleric, employee or volunteer of the Catholic Church. The Victim Assistance Coordinator will report to Bishop Conlon and coordinate efforts of pastoral support and outreach to assist in the healing process. The Victim Assistance Coordinator can also assist in making a report  to civil authorities. Contact the Diocese of Joliet Victim Assistance Coordinator at 815.263.6467.