St. Joseph Catholic Church and School follow the policies set forth by the United States Catholic Conference of Bishops and with the Archdiocese of St. Louis. The Archdiocese and all of the parishes of the diocese are committed to the prevention of child abuse and to assisting those who are affected by incidents of child abuse. Please see the "Requirements For the Safe Environment Program" below for steps to be taken in order to be compliant within the parish and diocese.
If you have any questions or concerns please contact the parish office (573)-756-4250.
Registering Pre or Post Protecting God's Children Workshop
After attending a workshop, please stop by the parish office to fill out all remaining paperwork (or you can print documents below and drop off at parish office) .
Thank you for your dedication and support in keeping all of God's children safe in our parish.
Reporting Information
Victims of sexual abuse, in addition to contacting civil authorities, are asked to come forward in order to receive pastoral assistance.
Reports of abuse may be made to any Pastor or to:
Sandra Price, Executive Director
Office of Child & Youth Protection 314-792-7271
sandraprice@archstl.org
Missouri Department of Social Services
Children's Division Child Abuse & Neglect
Hotline Number: 1-800-392-3738
Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services
Adult Abuse and neglect Hotline: 1-800-392-0210
For additional information related to reporting incidents of suspected abuse,
please refer to the Archdiocese's Policy, Procedures, and Guidelines on
Child Abuse and Neglect Reports or contact: