Loving and Gracious God,
We praise and thank you for your abundant gifts! We thank you for the opportunities we have to serve you each day of our lives. We know that everything that we are and everything that we have comes from you.
Today we focus on the precious gifts of young people entrusted to our care. They fill us with joy and inspiration and challenge! We know that you have given us awesome responsibilities in protecting and caring for them as well as teaching them your ways. Guide us in all that we do and say, so that every child and young person can grow in wisdom and love for you. Help us to create an environment in which all children are safe from anyone who seeks to harm them.
As parish leaders, help us to convince others of the need to ensure the protection of children. Guide us in working with all those adults who work with youth and those who implement parish and diocesan programs.
As we gather this day, open our minds and hearts to knowledge that will help us to serve you better. And as we return to our parishes and schools, enable us to implement what we learn so that we can assist others in ensuring the safety of all your precious children.
Amen
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USCCB Abuse Prevention Resources
2024-2025 Religious Education Safe Environment Audit Form (Children)
2024-2025 Religious Education Safe Environment Audit Form (Adults)
R-1 Verification Form for Catholic Schools
P-2 Opt Out Form for Parents
P-2 Opt Out Form for Parents (Español)
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R-1 Formulario para Verificacion del Curriculo Protengiendo a los Hijos de Dios
R-2 Formulario para Verificacion del Curriculo de Educacion Religiosa
P-2 Formulario de optar por excluirse
Grado Kinder-2
Grado 3-5
Grado 6-8
Grado 9-12
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