Before you begin, please read "Updating Background Checks."
Background Check Instructions
The Revised OCA Statutes can be found HERE.
His Eminence, Archbishop MARK, has released a message regarding insurance coverage for the Diocese. The new policy will require ALL parishes to abide by the carrier, Church Mutual's, policy on sexual misconduct, in addtion to those of the Orthodox Church in America.
Read His Eminence's message regarding Church Mutual HERE
Read Church Mutual's Policy on Sexual Offenders HERE
Read Church Mutual's Policy on child and youth abuse prevention HERE
Orthodox Christians moving to another Diocese/parish should complete this Letter of Transfer
An article reviewing proper Orthodox Stewardship can be found HERE.
A document written by Fr. John Toulumes explaining the policy and beliefs of the Orthodox Church regarding cremation can be found HERE.
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