For the Sake of God’s Children

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FOR THE SAKE OF GOD’S CHILDREN

For the Sake of God’s Children is a program focused on the continuous development of a safe environment in our communities. The program has three major components:

– Conducting Background Checks for Church Personnel

– Ethical and Behavioral Standards for Church Personnel

– Safe Environments

Forms for implementing the program and other resources are also presented for your use.

We suggest that you begin your journey For the Sake of God’s Children by watching the video.

Click here to watch the video
FSGC: SAFE ENVIRONMENT EDUCATION

Once you complete the video series, check your email inbox for verification that you have completed the course. Thank you.

Introduction and Frequently Asked Questions

Child Protection Policies of the Diocese of Wilmington 

Decree Concerning the Non-Penal Disposition of Allegations of Sexual and Other Forms of Abuse of Minors and Other Vulnerable Persons

Section One –

Ethical Standards for Church Personnel

Technology in Ministry Policy

Section Two – Background Checks

A. Online Criminal Background Screening Application

B. Background Screening Packet

Section Three – Safe Environments

Section Four – Resources

FORMS & BROCURES
a. Volunteer Covenant (English)

b. Volunteer Covenant (Spanish)  

c. Keeping Our Promises Education Report

d. Adult Education

e. Acceptable Use of Technology Volunteer Signature Page

f. Child Abuse and Neglect – Information for Church Personnell Brochure

g. Child Abuse and Neglect – Information for Parents and Guardians and the Parish and School Community Brochure

h. Child Abuse and Neglect – Information for Volunteers

i. Como Registrar Demanda Legal Folleto

j. Informacion Para Los Padres y Guardianes y la Comunidad Parroquila y Escolar

k. La Oficina de la Diocesis de Wilmington para Asistencia de Victimas Folleto

Check back often for the latest versions as forms are sometimes updated mid-year.

CURRICULUM

Keeping Our Promises Curriculum

Keeping our Promises Curriculum for Religious Education Programs

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

FAMILY LIFE CHILD SAFETY CONTENT

Click here for a list of Charter ID Numbers

Click here for Frequently Asked Questions

Click here for Safety Tips for Parish Leadership and Internet Safety Tips for Parents

Questions about the program can be directed to : [email protected]

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