Saint Philip the Apostle Catholic Church

Community Mission Statement...

We, the people of God of Saint Philip the Apostle,
in the loving and evangelizing spirit of St. Philip, form a family community that challenges each of us to proclaim and live the gospel messages
of Jesus Christ in the world through worship, evangelization, Christian formation and service.

Child and Vulnerable Adult Reporting Procedures 
If you witness, suspect, or know of child and/or vulnerable adult abuse, YOU MUST FILE A REPORT WITHIN 48 HOURS! 
Contact Civil Authorities: 
Department of Family and Protective Services 
1-800-252-5400 or www.txabusehotline.org 
If the person is in immediate danger, call 911. 
If Church Personnel Is Involved In Alleged Abuse: 
Step One— Contact Civil Authorities. 
Step Two— Contact one of the following: 
· Coordinator of Pastoral Care and Outreach, Vicki L. Pyatt, LMSW, at (361) 827-7186 or email 
pastoralcare@victoriadiocese.org 
· Bishop or Chancellor of the Diocese of Victoria at (361) 573-0828; and Written Allegations Should Be Sent To: 

Office of the Bishop 
P. O. Box 4070 
Victoria, Texas 77903 

Mark as “Personal and Confidential” 

We will also help you bring your concerns to church officials outside the diocese if the abuse occurred elsewhere and you now reside in the Diocese of Victoria. If you are unsure about bringing a complaint or would like further information, please contact Vicki L. Pyatt. 

St Philip the Apostle's Safe Environment Coordinator is Susan Schmidt.  Susan may be contacted by phone at (979) 543-3770 or email apostle@stphilipapostle.org.

Founded 1909

Diocese of Victoria in Texas

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