Subiaco has had a clear and definitive policies on addressing allegations of sexual abuse of a minor by a member of the Abbey or Academy. These policies are comprehensive, updated regularly, and specify the responsibilities of the Abbey and the Abbot to persons who may have been victims of sexual abuse as minors, to their families, and to monks and employees who may be accused of sexual abuse involving a minor. Subiaco has entered into an agreement with Praesidium to ensure we are in full compliance with these policies and procedures and to work towards full accreditation.
The foundation of Subiaco Abbey’s Policy on Sexual Abuse of a Minor:
Following the biblical examples of the Prophet Elijah or the Apostle Paul, the monks of Subiaco Abbey are vowed to a chaste celibate way of life and mutual respect among persons with whom they come in contact, as they seek to imitate the love and respect Jesus showed to all. Subiaco Abbey views sexual abuse of minors by its members to be morally reprehensible. In addressing an incident or allegation of child sexual abuse by a monk, the Abbey maintains a primary concern for the victim’s safety and well-being.