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.
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