Victim Assistance Coordinator

What should you do if you are aware of an allegation of sexual misconduct?

Report all allegations by calling the Victim Assistance Coordinator, Lisa Veenstra, LMSW, toll-free at 888-308-6252.

The Victim Assistance Coordinator will inform the person making the allegation of the diocesan policies and procedures to be followed. On behalf of the bishop, the Moderator of the Curia or the Chancellor will convene the members of the Review Board appropriate for this particular situation.


Sex Abuse Policies

2.1.9 Appendix I-Principles Governing the Pastoral Care of Sexual Abuse Victims

2.1.3.1 General Norms of Pastoral Conduct

2.1.5.4 Maintenance of Records Related to Safe Environment