Protecting God’s Children
St. Timothy Parish complies with the requirements of the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops and the guidelines of the Archdiocese of Miami. Under the requirements of the program, all employees and volunteers of the parish engaged in regular contact with children or young people must undergo a criminal history background check and attend a Protecting God’s Children abuse awareness session.
Archdiocese of Miami Policy
Recognizing that each individual is created by God, the Archdiocese of Miami is committed to the safety and well-being of its children and vulnerable adults and implements procedures to minimize risk as well as build and foster a culture of safe environment. The Archdiocese does not tolerate abuse or neglect of anyone. It will comply with all obligations of civil and canon law; it will promote healing where it is needed, provide education, training and guidance when it is appropriate, and endeavor to prevent any abuse of minors or vulnerable adults with firm justice and mercy towards all.
VIRTUS Online
Visit the link to learn more about the VIRTUS Training and monthly bulletins.
Fingerprinting Procedure
Contact the parish office to obtain an access code prior to registering.
Archdiocese of Miami Hotline Numbers
Statewide (DCF) Abuse Hotline
1-800-96-ABUSE
(1-800-962-2873)
Archdiocesan Abuse Hotline
1-866-802-2873
Victim Assistance Coordinator
Peter Routsis-Arroyo
1-866-802-2873