S.T.A.N.D.

The Archdiocese of Baltimore is committed to providing a safe environment for children entrusted to the Church's care. All volunteers must complete the Archdiocese of Baltimore Application for Volunteer Service. If a volunteer applicant refuses to complete the application, then he/she cannot serve as a volunteer.

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Frequently Asked Questions about S.T.A.N.D.

This program is mandated and monitored by the United Stats Conference of Catholic Bishops. If you have questions about this policy or want to learn more about it and its enforcement go to the USCCB's Office of Child and Youth Protection.

Our Lady of Perpetual Help is providing the manditory S.T.A.N.D. training. Please watch the Parish Bulletin for information on program schedules.

Child Abuse and the molestation of a child is a horrible and unpeakable thing. The charge of Child Abuse or molestation of a child is equally damaging, if it is not true. If you feel that you know of an instance of Child Abuse or of the molestation of a child, please report it to the Authorities immediately.