This page contains resources, such as sample petitions for the Prayer of the Faithful, for special observances throughout the year which are promoted by the Holy See and/or the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops.
"April is designated National Child Abuse Protection Month. We are called through scripture and teaching to protect the life and dignity of the human person. Throughout the year, but especially in the month of April, all are asked to increase awareness, to educate ourselves and the community, and to seek healing for those who have been so tragically impacted this horror. The Secretariat of Child and Youth Protection created this resource booklet in the hope that all will find opportunity to promote this mission and protect those who are in need." (Child Abuse Prevention Month Booklet, April 2022 Secretariat of Child and Youth Protection, USCCB)
For Liturgical aids, activities, media posts and community resources, please see the Child Abuse Prevention Month Resource Booklet | USCCB.
For information on the various training components and protocols established to protect our children and young people, please click the link below.