Does the requirement of a “letter of suitability” apply to priests of the United States from other dioceses?
- Yes, Priests and Deacons from outside the Archdiocese of Hartford must submit a letter of suitability to perform any ministry whatsoever, including masses, baptisms, weddings and funerals within the boundaries of the Archdiocese. Any Clergy member from outside the AOH who will be residing in the AOH for any period of time (owns a home, studying, research, etc.) must also provide a letter of suitability from their bishop or provincial, and are also subject to all the requirements of the AOH.
- Is there a DCF search done?
- Under CT State 10-221d, DCF searches are completed on all school employees by the Office of Education, Evangelization and Catechesis.