Bishop Lennon has stated . . . "The Catholic Church places great importance on the training of young people. In all forms of social communication Catholic leaders give witness of their Christian life. Helping young people grow up knowing how to form right relationships across generations and with their peers contributes to their formation as whole persons."
"Our Diocese is deeply committed to protecting our children and providing the safety and security that allows the harmonious development of their physical, moral and intellectual talents."
For more information on this program, follow the link provided below:
Diocese "Protecting God's Children" Program
As part of the Cleveland Diocese’s continuing commitment to the protection of our youth, all parish volunteers who spends more that 4 hours per month with any child or group of children must comply with specific Diocesan requirements. These requirements include the following four (4) activities:
New Volunteer “To Do” List:
1. Obtain Ohio Background Check (FBI check is not necessary) . . .
Access the link below to sign up to attend a training session on child abuse protection ...
- Select "Registration" on green side bar
- Select "View" list of Sessions
- Select "Cleveland, OH" (diocese) from drop down bar
- Review places, dates, times for session
- Once decided, Start Registration
When training is completed, bring copy of completion certificate to sponsor.
3. Review the diocese video discussing the Policy for the Safety of Children in matters of Abuse by
accessing the following link ...
http://www.dioceseofcleveland.org/childprotection/videos/
4. Review Policy for the Safety of Children in matters of Sexual Abuse (Revised 2016).
Read the Policy document;
Sign the Acknowledgement Form, indicating you have read the Policy & agree to comply
with the Policy ... then return the signed form to the REO.
5. Review Standards of Conduct for Ministry (Revised 2016).
Read the Standards document;
Sign the Acknowledgement Form, indicating you have read, understand and agree to
abide by the standards ... then return the signed form to the REO.
Contact your sponsor if you have any questions or issues.