Remember...under Texas law

  • All citizens are mandated reporters and must report suspicions of child abuse within 48 hours of having the suspicion.
  • A report of suspected abuse must be made to Child Protective Services at 1-800-252-5400 or to the police.
  • If church personnel are believed to have abused a child or to have behaved in an inappropriate or suspicious manner, please call the diocesan Office for Child and Youth Protection