Professional Development
Ministry Wellbeing and Development
Professional Development
As in every profession, the Church’s ordained leaders are committed to life-long learning.
In the Diocese of Perth, there are many opportunities for clergy to grow in their theological studies and their practice of ministry. These range from one-off seminars with outstanding visiting scholars from overseas, to university courses taken at post-graduate level.
Every two years, all clergy of the Diocese are expected to attend a residential Clergy School. It features guest leaders of bible studies, expert theological input, and opportunities for workshops, ministry discussions and worship with colleagues.
In addition, those recently ordained as deacons or priests attend regular sessions to help them learn from their experience and integrate theology and ministry practice. Parish clergy and chaplains meet monthly in local Deanery chapters to give and receive mutual encouragement and support in ministry.
All clergy of the Diocese of Perth are called to practice regular professional supervision and to be in spiritual direction.