Ethics & Integrity in Ministry
Ministry Guide & Discernments
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Diocesan Ethics & Integrity Workshop List
Parish Volunteer Guide & Discernment Workshop -
Local WorkshopsAugust 2022
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Our Goals
Discovering our gifts together, we aim to serve others as Disciples of Christ while sustaining the gospel values of love and respect for each person. All volunteers are required by the Catholic Diocese of Austin to be compliant with the Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) policy.
Processes of compliance are:- New or returning volunteers should contact Tommy Sustaita, Director of Ministry Life at (512) 600-8190 or tsustaita@st-william.org to confirm attendance of a Ministry Guide and Discernment.
- Existing Saint William volunteers should confirm your EIM status through the Austin Diocese website or with Tommy Sustaita.
- Complete an Ethics & Integrity in Ministry Workshop (online or in-person).
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Ministry Guide and Discernment Information
Saint William Parishioners are encouraged to attend the Ministry Guide & Discernment prior to EIM requirements.
The discernment facilitates a small group dialog about volunteering, ministries of Saint William Parish, and helpful steps towards serving well.
What are the benefits of attending a discernment?- Evaluate personal time consumption/commitments.
- Discover your potential as a volunteer, leader, or participant in ministry.
- Guidance through the EIM requirements.
- Build community with other participants who are invested in helping the ministry develop.
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EIM Workshop Information and Attendance
The Ethics and Integrity in Ministry workshop teach participants about boundaries, warning signs, appropriate interactions with minors and vulnerable adults, how to respond to incidents, and reviews Diocesan EIM policies.
Workshop attendance is required after submitting the eApp (electronic application) in order to be fully compliant. To attend an EIM workshop, complete the eApp and register for a workshop. Returning volunteers are eligible for an online workshop. Because childcare is not available at workshops, parents should plan to make childcare arrangements for their children. Young children should not be brought to an EIM workshop. Older adolescents (15+) may attend if they will be working in paid ministry or if their parent determines they should attend the adult EIM workshop program. Due to the importance of this issue, once the workshop has begun, late arrivals will be redirected to another workshop in the Diocese.