Victims' Assistance
One of the most important functions of the Office of Child and Youth Protection is to offer assistance to victims of sexual abuse by Church personnel in the Archdiocese of Atlanta. The Office offers counseling referrals, spiritual guidance, and referrals to spiritual directors.
Our actions must also be responsive; responsive to victims of abuse. It is a sad truth that in the past, many victims were not heard or were made to feel that they had done something wrong by bringing their abuse out in the open. You have my assurance that this archdiocese is committed to ensuring that all victims of abuse are offered compassionate outreach and pastoral care.
- Archbishop-emeritus John F. Donoghue
Reaching Out
If you are a victim of sexual abuse, please contact us and let us help you on your road to healing. Please call the Director of the Office of Child & Youth Protection, Sue Stubbs, at 404-885-7459.
Retreat Opportunities
The Way Retreat - A Healing Retreat for Female Survivors of Sexual Abuse -
October 9-11, 2009 Download Flyer for details
Prayer Service of Atonement
The Archdiocese of Atlanta invites you to a Prayer Service of Atonement with Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory November 12, 2009. The Prayer Service will be held at the Cathedral of Christ the King from 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. with a reception to follow in the Parish Hall. The theme of this prayer service is “Let Light Shine Out of Darkness” (2 Cor. 4:6) and will offer atonement to those who have been wronged by the Catholic Church in any way. Please join us! Download Flyer for details