The person receiving a report of sexual abuse of a minor by Church personnel contacts the civil authorities first.
The Pastor, Principal, or Administrator should be notified next, who then notifies the Diocesan HR Director (912-201-4071) within 24 hours. If the person accused is the Pastor or Administrator, the report is made directly by phone to the Diocesan Abuse Reporting Line at 888-357-5330 after reports are made to civil authorities. In addition to the oral report, a written report is completed by the one receiving the allegation.