Policies on Ethics and Integrity in Ministry

The Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) training and application is required for all volunteers of the parish who come in contact with minors or vulnerable adults. In reality, this means most, if not all, volunteers. The more people who take the training course, the safer we will be as a parish. It also can be useful information that helps parents protect their own children, and workshops designed for children of specific ages can help children protect themselves.

How do you become EIM compliant?

All persons serving in any ministry requiring EIM compliance must:
1. Complete the EIM Application for Ministry (one time only), which permits the diocese to run a background check and creates the EIM account where workshop attendance is recorded; and,
2. Attend an EIM workshop (basic within 60 days of application submission) and within every 3 years thereafter.

For more information, visit the Diocese of Austin EIM information page. 

The diocese requires a course to be taken every three years. If you have already completed the application and Basic EIM training, and want to check on the status of your compliance, you can log onto your EIM account here. If you don't remember your password or username, simply scroll down and click on the Alternate Login.

Additional Notes

Plan to arrive promptly to your workshop, as late arrivals may not be admitted. Children should not be brought to EIM workshops. For more information, or if you have questions regarding your EIM compliance, contact Teresa Hays by calling the parish office at 254-939-0806, or email thays@ctkbelton.org.

How to Care for and Support Victims of Abuse:

We are all called to protect. The Diocese of Austin is committed to providing confidential and compassionate care to victims of sexual abuse, particularly if the abuse was committed by clergy or a church representative. If you have experienced abuse by someone representing the Catholic Church, please contact the Diocesan Coordinator of Victim Assistance and Pastoral Support at 512-949-2400.

If you are a victim of sexual abuse and have concerns regarding your attendance at an EIM Basic or Refresher workshop, please contact Emily Hurlimann at 512-949-2447 to discuss and alternative workshop arrangement.

How to Report Abuse or an EIM Concern:

Make a report to Child Protective Services
Make a report to Adult Protective Services
EIM Notice of Concern
Reporting Requirements
Coordinator of Victim Assistance and Pastoral Support

"It is the responsibility of the Catholic Church to respond with compassion to the needs of those who have been abused."
-Most Reverend Joe S. Vasquez, Bishop of Austin