As Christian adults, we have a moral and legal responsibility and are entrusted by God with the spiritual, emotional and physical well being of minors and vulnerable adults as they participate in activities within or sponsored by our Diocese. It is our responsibility and commitment to provide an environment which is safe and nurturing.
In order to achieve the above, the diocese has a Safe Environment Program that implements training, screening, background checks and other procedures that are designed to reduce the risk of sexual abuse of children and vulnerable adults. Every parish, school and Diocesan agency has the program and each is responsible for program implementation and continuation.
For Parish Volunteers who would like to view the FAMILY OF FAITH video presentation in compliance with the Safe Environment Program training requirement, please contact the Church Office for scheduling.
The Safe Environment Training resources listed below are also offered to provide a variety of options for Update Training programs for those who have already participated in the FAMILY OF FAITH Training Program. Please click on the link to go to the Diocese of Dallas Safe Environment
training web address.
1. Adult Abuse
2. Church Law Today
3. Protecting Your Children From Harm
4. What We Can Do About Child Abuse
5. Domestic Violence Training
6. I Keep safe - Internet Safety Training
Parishioners who want to fulfill their annual training update requirement using the Internet can use the "Online Resources" shown above.
For first time Volunteer Applicants or those who need to fill up a Screening Form:
Click here to download and print the Screening Form in English or in Spanish.
Click here to use the online version of the screening application.
Click here for a complete step-by-step guide on the Volunteer Application Process in our Parish.
For more information please contact the Church Office
(972) 591-5294
steve@divinemercytx.org