Office of Safe Environment

April is Designated National Child Abuse Prevention Month

 

We are called through scripture and teaching to protect the life and dignity of the human person. Throughout the year, but especially in the month of April, all are asked to increase awareness, to educate ourselves and the community, and to seek healing for those who have been so tragically impacted.

USCCB Video on Child Abuse Prevention Month

The Catholic Church is absolutely committed to the safety of children. Together we can make a Promise to Protect, and a Pledge to Heal. - United States Conference of Catholic Bishops

Prayers for Healing

 

Prayers for HealingLet us all take the opportunity to pray for healing and reconciliation.

Utilize the Prayers for Healing provided by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishop's 

Child Abuse Prevention Resources

Additional Resources

The link below will take you to the USCCB website which hosts several resources on child abuse prevention including bulletin inserts and a novena.

 

Abuse Prevention Resources

2025 Child Abuse Prevention Month Resource Booklet

Each year the USCCB Secretariat on Child and Youth Protection publishes a resource booklet for diocese, parishes and schools to help promote awareness during child abuse prevetion month.

 

2025 Child Abuse Prevention Month Resource Booklet

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