Protecting Our Children

Working with the Youth of St. John Neumann

Protecting our children is a primary concern at St John Neumann. Any adult coming into contact with our children in any SJN program must first meet certain criteria. These programs include catechists, volunteers, Vacation Bible School leaders, drivers, aides, chaperones et al. The two requirements are a background check and VIRTUS training.

Background Check

This is completed by a national service selected by the diocese.

Links to additional information and forms are found below.

VIRTUS Training

VIRTUS orientation and ongoing online participation in the VIRTUS program.

  • VIRTUS® programs identify best practices and are designed to help prevent wrongdoing and promote "right doing" within religious organizations.
  • To register for a training session you may visit the VIRTUS Online page.
  • For more information about this program, please visit the VIRTUS page.


VIRTUS training is a part of our safe environment policy