Oct2025
Safe Church training brings congregations together
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.
Jun2025
Not all ministry looks the same
by Bethany Marsh
‘Ministry’ is probably not the first word people typically associate with Professional Standards. However, to Dave Biar, who recently retired after 12 years as a Professional Standards Officer for the LCA, that’s how it should be regarded.
Feb2025
Ongoing support for congregations through PSD transition
by Tim Ross
The LCANZ has been restructuring the way it delivers Safe Church training, responds to Professional Standards inquiries and handles complaints. ‘We have made these changes in response to feedback from… Read more
Jan2025
Safe Church training restructured
by Tim Ross
In response to a restructuring of LCANZ Safe Church Training, new Professional Standards roles have been created to meet the needs of the new structure.
Nov2024
Safe Church training restructured
The LCANZ has restructured the way it delivers Safe Church training and manages complaints, as a result of feedback from the church. The restructure impacts the Churchwide Office’s valued Professional Standards team, with the roles of Professional Standards Officers coming to an end.
Apr2024
Improved Safe Church training is here
by Tim Ross
The Safe Church training program has now been modified and improved.
