Safety and Security

Implementation of the Archdiocese’s Safe Environment Training Programs include:

• Protecting God’s Children - For all parish volunteers, staff, and clergy.  Archdiocese requirement designed to educate adults on how to recognize the warning signs that might indicate that a child is being abused.
  • To register for training and learn more about this program:  Go To Protecting God's Children page . . .

• Empowering God's Children - For students in grades 1-10.  An Archdiocesan program which includes teaching a culture of respect and faith that goes beyond mere protection, helping children and young people understand their own sacredness, the sacredness of others, and how to seek help through their relationships with trusted adults.
  • PARENTS:  Click here for an overview of the program and the 2/27/2023 Parent Info Zoom Meeting Link

• Performing Criminal Background checks (CORI) - The CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) form is submitted every year by all volunteers aged 18 and older, staff, and clergy.  (Fiscal year for the Archdiocese is July 1 - June 30).  The CORI is a background screening tool, required of the Archdiocese, to secure the safety of our children, youth, elderly and the disabled.
  More information:  Office for Background Screening - https://www.bostoncatholic.org/background-screening

Both churches continue to provide a designated area in which social distancing is respected for those who want to use it. Masks are not required but feel free to wear one if that makes you feel more comfortable. COVID policies may change based on updated restrictions by the State, the Archdiocese, or the Town of Reading.