GOOD GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT IN YOUR PARISH
A short course for clergy and parish officers in the Diocese of Melbourne

This course will help you ensure your parish is managed well by having a good working knowledge of the legal framework which affects many aspects of the work and ministry of a parish.

Sessions

The governance of a parish and the conduct of annual meetings
The management of a parish
Complying with professional standards requirements

Presenters

Bishop Paul Barker, Assistant Bishop, Jumbunna Region
Pauline Caruana, Interim Registrar of the Diocese
Matthew Crichton, Interim CEO of the Melbourne Anglican Diocesan Corporation
The Rev’d Dr Chris Porter, Diocesan Safe Ministry Consultant

Date

Saturday 13 June 2026
9.30am – 3.15pm

Location

St Stephen's & St Mary's Church

383 High Street Road, Mt Waverley

Registration is free. Morning tea and lunch will be provided, and a small donation sought for both.

Enquiries

Chris Porter
E: cporter@trinity.unimelb.edu.au