Protection of Children

The Diocese of Jackson is committed to ensuring that children served by the church are not at risk of sexual abuse by the Church personnel. Diocesan policies and procedures currently in place seek to protect, enhance and, in some cases, restore the trust that our faith calls for between agents of the Church and the children and adolescents entrusted to our care. In accordance with the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People passed by the U.S. bishops in Dallas, the Diocese of Jackson wishes to encourage any victim of sexual abuse by a member of the Catholic Clergy to come forward and begin the healing process. We encourage any victim to contact Ms. Erika Rojas, Victims Assistance Coordinator at 601-326-3736

Español: Siguiendo los Estadutos para la Protección de los Niños y Jóvenes, aprobada por los obispos en Dallas, la Diócesis de Jackson desea motivar a cualquiera víctima de abuso sexual por parte de un miembro del clero Católico a que se lo comuniquen para que comenze el proceso de sanación.Cuando una alegación es considerada credible, se ofrecerá asesoramiento, para que el proceso de recuperación pueda comenzar de acuerdo con nuestra política diocesana actual. Motivamos a las víctimas a contactar a la Sra. Erika Rojas, Coordinadora Asistente de Víctimas al 601-326-3736. … Continue reading

Embracing the Love of Christ: The Sacred Heart and the Jubilee Year of Hope in Pope Francis’ Dilexit Nos

By Bishop Joseph R. Kopacz, D.D.
At the heart of the Ordinary Jubilee of Hope, although somewhat in the background, is the Papal Encyclical, Dilexit Nos that Pope Francis released in October of last year. Literally, the title declares, He Loved Us and throughout the document the Holy Father unfolds the truth and beauty of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. … Continue reading

“Yellow Fever and Heroic Sacrifice: The 1878 Epidemic in Holly Springs”

By Mary Woodward
As the green haze of spring pollen fills the air coating our cars, sidewalks, and nasal passages, another reality of warmer weather emerges – mosquitoes. These disease-carrying flying monsters have wreaked havoc on the human population for centuries. … Continue reading

Third Sunday Lent, March 23, 2025

By Father David O'Connor
The story of life for most people is a mixture of joy, happiness and hope; and it is also a story of  disappointments, failures and brokenness. Do you and I tend to reflect more on the times of failure, disappointment, and loss. Many people are able to place their trust in a God who watches over …Continue reading

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