Knowledge is the first step towards prevention. Knowledge creates an awareness . Awareness creates concern . Concern creates a plan . Plans form actions .
Actions create a safe environment for our children and youth.
Some Surprising Definitions regarding Sexual Abuse Physical Abuse - is any deliberate act or omission of an act that inflicts bodily harm to a person. Sexual Abuse - is any physical conduct of a sexual nature which violates or attempts to violate the free choice and consent of another person, which includes, but is not limited to rape, sexual battery, aggravated indecent solicitation of a child, or indecent liberties with a child. Negligence - is the failure to act as a reasonably prudent person would do in the same or similar circumstance. It shall include failing to prevent an act of abuse or omission of an act that would ensure the health and safety of a child, youth, or dependent person. An additional burden for the parishioner is a sense of being betrayed by God and Church.