Office of Child and Youth Protection
How to Make a Report
Contact Director, Office of Child and Youth Protection: Paul Pfaffenberger at 602-354-2396.
Please be prepared to discuss the following types of questions:
- Name, address and phone number of person making report.
- Name, address and phone number of person who was victimized.
- Accused Person's Name / Description
- Summary of dates and events and other people who may know about the event you are describing.
- What parish, city, state did this happen in?
- Has this been reported to the authorities (Child Protective Services, Police Department, Diocesan authorities)?
- Does this report involve someone less than 18 years of age?
- Does this report involve a legally vulnerable adult (an adult who has a legal guardian)?
Where to make a report
You can make a report in any of the following ways:
- Scheduling an office appointment
- Scheduling an off site appointment
- By telephone
- Through written statement
Paul Pfaffenberger would prefer to meet with you in person whenever possible to provide immediate pastoral support in this difficult time.
What happens after a report is made?
Each individual's confidentiality is important to us. We respect your Right to Privacy, Dignity, and Confidentiality.
Please click on link to Office of Child and Youth Protection Procedures which defines the process.
Whenever you are not sure if a crime has been committed, please call your local law enforcement office or
Child Protective Services at 1-888-767-2445 if a child is involved in the report!
