Persons wishing to report abuse:

If you suffered abuse, it was not your fault. If you are a victim of sexual abuse by a priest, deacon, or individual representing the Catholic Church, there are several things you can do:

• If you believe someone is in imminent danger or this is a situation of current abuse involving a minor please call 911.
• Contact the appropriate law enforcement agency, which can help determine options for making a criminal complaint.
• Contact a local child protection agency, a private attorney, a support group, an abuse hotline, or a mental health professional.
• Contact the Josephite victim assistance coordinator who is available to help victims/survivors make a formal complaint of abuse to the (arch)diocese.
  • If requested and deemed to be appropriate by both the victim survivor and the Victim Assistance Coordinator (VAC), the VAC may arrange a personal meeting with the bishop or his representative.
  • The VAC is also in a position to connect victims to supportive services that address the emotional, psychological, and/or spiritual impact that abuse has had on a victim and/or his/her family.
  • The VAC can be reached at 410-727-3386, Mr. Ralph McCloud.