Springfield Catholic Bishop William Byrne introduced the new director of the Office of Safe Environment and Victim Assistance on Tuesday.
The position was filled by Michael Collins, a Springfield social worker who has worked in the state foster care system for 26 years.
Previous director Jeffrey Trant left for a new job with the Children's Advocacy Center of Franklin County and North Quabbin.
The Springfield Diocese is encouraging anyone who has been a victim of sexual abuse by church officials to contact the office.
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