The Diocese of Fort Worth requires that those who serve the Church including volunteers must complete the Diocesan Safe Environment Program. The purpose of the program is to help the people of the church become the eyes and ears of the community to make sure we are doing everything we can to keep our whole community safe from all forms of abuse.

Prior to starting parish service ALL clergy, religious, lay employees and volunteers must complete the Safe Environment Awareness Training which is renewable every    2 years. See Complete Diocesan Requirements

• Select Training under Toolbox
• You will be directed to a list of training sessions. “Keeping the Promise Alive” is the refresher session for renewing.
• For online sessions using Zoom, select a training location of  Z_Other.  For   live in-person training, select one of the physical locations in the Diocese.

• Select “Start Registration" and follow the directions.
• Print and complete the Volunteer Ministry Application  which includes 3 references (non-family members).
• Print and sign the Code of Conduct & Behavior Standards form.
• Print and sign Authorization for Release of Information form.
• Return the 3 completed forms to the church in a sealed envelope labeled "Attention: Safe Environment Coordinator."  **Note that a criminal background check will be performed.**
• Register for one of the  "Protecting God’s Children" trianing sessions.  Select the one at Holy Redeemer for the November 1st class.