Protecting God's Children
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Click this box to register for an upcoming class
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What to do
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):
- Participate in the workshop, Click the "Register Onlline" bar below
- Complete a Background Release, updating every five years
- Read the Diocesan Pastoral Policies and Standards
- 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:
- Certificate of Completion from training class
- Completed and signed Background Release
- Completed and signed Acknowledgement form
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Minor Volunteers
Volunteers who are minors need to complete the ‘minors’ form below
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VIRTUS Training Classes
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Additional training dates/times
Need to take the training but our current date at St. Joseph's doesn't fit your schedule? Click Here or the "Register Online" bar below to find a comprehensive listing of upcoming classes in the Joliet Diocese.
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VIRTUS Monthly Bulletins
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Reporting Sexual Abuse
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.
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