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To report a concern please contact Bob Fontaine at BFontaine@RCDB.org or (208) 350-7555.
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The Catholic Church in Idaho welcomes the opportunity to listen
and effectively respond to your concerns.
Justice and compassion call us to respond to the harm you or someone you know has experienced from someone who represents the Church. The Church wants to listen and appropriately address the hurt that may have occurred when pastoral care was exercised improperly. Bringing a serious complaint (of sexual misconduct) to the Church can be frightening. Be assured that the Church wants to help you and is committed to providing you with a safe and confidential process so that additional harm does not occur and justice is served. The Church is sorry for the pain you or someone you know has experienced, and will do everything possible to help bring about healing.
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What do we mean by sexual misconduct? |
Sexual misconduct includes all forms of exploitation and molestation as well as behavior by which a person who represents the Church uses another person as an object of sexual gratification. The term sexual "abuse" refers to the exploitation, molestation and sexually inappropriate behavior directed toward a minor child. Sexual abuse is a crime and must be reported to the appropriate law enforcement authorities.
For more complete information regarding the Diocese of Boise's policy on misconduct, please click here.
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What if the misconduct happened many years ago? |
Although time can help heal past wounds, the effects of sexual misconduct are not always cured with time. Many times it takes years for people to realize that they may have been inappropriately treated by someone of trust. Don't let the fact that years have passed stop you from seeking help. Act now, and ask for help.
(208) 350-7555
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What if the misconduct happened outside the Diocese of Boise?
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The Catholic Church of Idaho stands ready to help you deal with issues of misconduct, wherever they may have taken place. Call us for more information.
(208) 350-7555 |
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How does the diocese handle complaints of sexual misconduct? |
Working closely with Church officials, initial information regarding complaints of misconduct is gathered by the Director of HR/CYAP, Vicar General for Clergy or the Bishop. An appropriate course of action is taken and may include further investigation culminating in a recommendation to the Bishop.
In matters dealing with sexual abuse of minors recommendations are reviewed by the Diocesan Review Board for Sexual Abuse. The Review Board is made up of a majority of qualified lay people who advise the Bishop on matters of sexual abuse which involve priests or deacons. The Bishop may also ask the Review Board for recommendations concerning other matters of sexual misconduct which may not involve minors.
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Are you unsure that your complaint meets this definition?
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If you are unsure or wary about making a complaint, please call the Director of Child, Youth and Adult Protection, Bob Fontaine, (208) 350-7555. He will help you find answers to your questions. |
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How to notify the Church about your concerns |
Contact the Coordinator of Child, Youth and Adult Protection or the Vicar General for the Diocese of Boise.
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Coordinator of Child, Youth
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Vicar General |
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Dr. Bob Fontaine |
Rev. Msgr. Joseph A. da Silva, V.G. |
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(208) 350-7555 |
(208) 342-1311 |
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BFontaine@RCDB.org |
JdaSilva@RCDB.org | |
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