October 29, 2020 INTRODUCTION On January 22, 2019, the Diocese of Scranton launched its Independent Survivors Compensation Program (ISCP) to promote healing and recovery for survivors of clergy sexual abuse. The Program was purely voluntary and open to individuals who had submitted a complaint of sexual abuse to the diocese before the Program …
Nearly one year after the release of the Pennsylvania Grand Jury report, we understand that shock, anger and disappointment are still seared in the minds of many people in northeastern and north central Pennsylvania. We continue to apologize to all survivors of sexual abuse for the sorrow and pain that they and their families have …
Meet Mary Beth Pacuska, Victim Assistance Coordinator The Victim Assistance Coordinator is an integral part of the Diocese of Scranton’s Policy for the Response to Allegations of Sexual Abuse of Minors. In her role, Mary Beth Pacuska helps people that claim to have been sexually abused by a cleric (Bishop, Priest or Deacon) when they …
The Diocese of Scranton Launches Independent Survivors Compensation Program A MESSAGE FROM BISHOP BAMBERA: https://www.dropbox.com/s/d31hibyaxpzw0ne/Compensation%20Program.mp4?dl=0 SCRANTON, PA (January 22, 2019) – The Diocese of Scranton today launched its Independent Survivors Compensation Program, an independent program designed to compensate survivors of childhood sexual abuse. Participation in the Program by survivors is entirely voluntary and the …
SCRANTON – The Most Rev. Joseph C. Bambera, Bishop of Scranton, has appointed Adeline (Addie) Rocco as the new Safe Environment Coordinator for the Diocese of Scranton. She began serving in this new role on July 7, 2025. As Safe Environment Coordinator, Rocco will assist the Diocese of Scranton in maintaining safe environments for the …
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Requirements for Clergy Formation: PA State Police Criminal History Check (Please pick “Employment” for Purpose of Request) PA Child Abuse History Certification (Please pick option that starts with “Individual 14 years of age or older who is applying for or holding a paid position as an employee with a program, activity or service, as a …
Requirements for Active Clergy: PA State Police Criminal History Check (Please pick “Employment” for Purpose of Request) PA Child Abuse History Certification (Please pick option that starts with “Individual 14 years of age or older who is applying for or holding a paid position as an employee with a program, activity or service, as a …
Requirements for Catholic Social Services Volunteer: As per Pennsylvania State Law, volunteers are not allowed to provide service until ALL of their clearances are on file with the Diocese. PA State Police Criminal History Check PA Child Abuse History Certification Volunteer Affidavit or Volunteer Affidavit in Spanish if volunteer has lived in Pennsylvania for the …
Requirements for Catholic Social Services Employees: Background checks must be processed under EMPLOYMENT before starting work. PA State Police Criminal History Check (Please pick “Employment” for Purpose of Request) PA Child Abuse History Certification (Please pick option that starts with “Individual 14 years of age or older who is applying for or holding a paid …
Requirements for School Volunteer: As per Pennsylvania State Law, volunteers are not allowed to provide service until ALL of their clearances are on file with the Diocese. PA State Police Criminal History Check PA Child Abuse History Certification Volunteer Affidavit or Volunteer Affidavit in Spanish if volunteer has lived in Pennsylvania for the past 10 years …