Safe Church Coordinators

by Jayne Welke

Thank you to everyone who has responded to the LCA’s request to church leaders for updated congregation and parish details. This call was made in an effort to ensure the… Read more

Following the recent introduction of a new Standards of Ethical Behaviour and Code of Conduct for church workers across the LCA, the Safe Church team has prepared a list of frequently asked questions to assist congregations and ministry leaders.

by Tim Ross

In December 2025, the General Church Board approved a reviewed version of the church’s Standards of Ethical Behaviour. The reviewed document now incorporates a church code of conduct.

As 2026 begins, now is a timely opportunity to review Safe Church requirements and ensure that you – and members of your congregation – are compliant.

For Liz Ewers, the LCANZ’s Safe Church Support Partner, working with children has been more than a career – it’s been her lifelong calling. Guided by her faith and decades of experience in early childhood education and care, Liz is helping LCANZ congregations make our churches safer places for all.

Participants from across the LCANZ have shared positive feedback about the live online Safe Church training format, highlighting how the delivery model makes the training more accessible and flexible. Many have also enjoyed completing the training together in group settings.