If you witness, suspect, or know of child and/or vulnerable adult abuse, You must file a report within 48 hours!

Contact Civil Authorities:
Department of Family and Protective Services at1-800-252-5400  or www.txabusehotline.org 
If the person is in immediate danger: call 911.
If Church Personnel is involved in alleged abuse contact:

Step 1 - Civil Authorities       
Step 2 - Contact one of the following:  

Coordinators of Pastoral Care and Outreach:  
Shannon Thomas
(361) 827 7186  or email pastoralcare@victoriadiocese.org;                                  
Bishop or Chancellor of the Diocese of Victoria at (361) 573-0828

Written Allegations Should be Sent To:                
Office of the Bishop:
Diocese of Victoria in Texas,
P.O. Box 4070        
Victoria, Texas 77903-4070
Marked "Personal and Confidential"

We will also help you bring your concerns to church officials outside the diocese if the abuse occurred elsewhere and you now reside in the Diocese of Victoria. If you are unsure about bringing a complaint or would like further information, please contact Vicki L. Pyatt.