Introduction

The Office of Child and Youth Protection serves persons who bring forward allegations of sexual abuse by a member of the clergy or by lay employees or volunteers of the archdiocese. It also oversees the implementation of the policies of the Holy See, the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, and the Archdiocese of St. Louis regarding sexual abuse and misconduct by the clergy, including the work of the Child Safety Committee of the Archdiocese. See also Safe Environment Program. Staff Rev. Monsignor Richard F. Stika, Director Deacon Phil Hengen, Victim Assistance Coordinator