Effective March 8, 2025, all credentialed individuals will undergo the same criteria for background check. There will no longer be a difference between the background checks for clergy, parish, and school employees, and volunteers
During the month of April, parishes are encouraged to increase awareness through bulletin announcements, activities, events, homilies and social media.
This is an index with active hyperlinks to OPCY Safe Environment resources. It is intended for use by Safe Environment Coordinators (SEC), as well as parish/school staff who are responsible for the management and enforcement of Safe Environment policies, standards, and protocols.
Guidelines for planning and teaching Personal Safety Lessons for children enrolled in Faith Formation and Sacramental Preparation, as well as students in Catholic Schools, for the 2023-2024 Program Year