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2009 Archdiocesan Development Fund Office of Ministries The Office of Ministries houses the Office of the Vicar General, the Vicar for Ministries and the Chancellor. The Office of the Safe Environment Coordina-tor is also an adjunct to the Office of Ministries. The office is responsible for processing pre-nuptial investigations for the people of the Archdiocese at no charge to the couple. Sacramental records are researched for persons seeking information assistance with marriage or to qualify for government benefits. The office is available to those seeking general in-formation regarding the Arch- diocese, Archdiocesan activities and historical information and is responsible for supervising the Archdiocesan archives and collecting and maintaining statistical data for the Official Catholic Directory and various surveys requested through the USCCB. The Office of Ministries provides legal assistance and research for Archbishop Beltran and other departments and consults with priests of the Archdiocese and parishes on canonical administrative issues and civil legal matters. The office serves as the general spokesperson for the Archdiocese and is responsible for coordinating media contacts and press releases. The Office of Safe Environment conducts state and local educational programs and coordinates the Safe Environment program throughout the Archdiocese. e.
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