Information Pertaining to Sexual Misconduct

Promise to Protect

The Catholic Diocese of Wichita is committed to and fully supports the mandates outlined in the Charter
for the Protection of Children and Young People (USCCB 2002).   Our diocese, with the direction and support
of Bishop Michael Jackels, has developed programs to create a safe environment for children.  All priests,
staff, and volunteers who work regularly with children are required to comply with these programs:

• Policy on Suspected Abuse of Children
• Code of Ethical Standards
• VIRTUS safe environment program
• VIRTUS continuing online training
• Background checks

Pledge to Heal

We promise to reach out to those who have been sexually abused as minors by anyone serving the Church. 
We pledge a compassionate and pastoral response to help in the healing and reconciliation process.

If you have questions about our efforts or wish to file a complaint, please contact:

• Rev. Msgr. Robert Hemberger, Diocesan Administrator
  316-269-9300
  424 N. Broadway
  Wichita, KS 67202

• Kit Lambertz, Victim Assistance Coordinator
  316-619-4804

Any questions about the VIRTUS safe environment program, please contact:

• Therese Seiler, VIRTUS Coordinator
  316-269-3900                                                                          

 

USCCB Restoring Trust: Response to Clergy Sexual Abuse

Code of Ethical Standards for Volunteers

Diocese of Wichita Code of Ethical Standards for Church Personnel

Diocese of Wichita Policy on Suspected Abuse

Diocese of Wichita Policy on Suspected Abuse (Spanish)

Diocese of Wichita Policy on Suspected Abuse (Vietnamese)

Diocese of Wichita Victim Outreach Program

Diocese of Wichita Complaint Form for Allegations