ReportBishopAbuse.org or call (800) 276-1562
The Catholic Bishop Abuse Reporting Service has been established to receive reports of sexual abuse and related misconduct by bishops, and to relay those reports to proper Church authorities for investigation. Where a report includes a crime, such as the sexual abuse of a minor, it will also be reported to civil authorities. Otherwise, reports will be kept confidential.
Sexual abuse by a priest, deacon, or a staff member or volunteer in the Diocese of Columbus should be reported to the Diocesan Victim Assistance Coordinator, 614-224-2251, 866-448-0217, or at [email protected]. If you are the victim of sexual abuse (or any other crime), please contact local law enforcement immediately.
If you have any other kind of concern about a bishop—such as parish assignments, church closings, or homily contents—please address those matters to the Chancery Office, 614-614-224-2251, [email protected].