Leaders enrol to understand family violence in a Christian context
Hundreds of Christian leaders have taken a first step towards being better equipped to respond to Domestic and Family Violence in Christian communities.
Seven in 10 Australian clergy have supported people through family violence
Salvation Army clergy are best equipped of Australian clergy to deal with cases of domestic and family violence, according to a new landmark study.
With an election looming, here’s what Anglicans had to say
Ahead of the federal election, we asked prominent voices in the Anglican community for a take on what would guide their vote this election.
With an election looming, here’s what Anglicans had to say
Ahead of the federal election, we asked prominent voices in the Anglican community for a take on what would guide their vote this election.
Rental housing shortage hardest on those on income support
Shortage of housing places stress on families and singles on income benefits.
John MacArthur case a matter of mishandling Scripture, say Anglican leaders
Across all viewpoints in the church, the Bible requires appropriate handling in cases of domestic abuse.
Chance for churches to improve violence response, prevention
CHURCHES have the chance to improve their capacity to handle family violence with new sessions of a training course available from the diocese’s Prevention of Violence Against Women program.
The questions I’m asking our parties around family violence this election
Our country has been on a long road towards recognising violence against women and other vulnerable people, and has started to take steps to prevent violence and support those affected by it.
New violence prevention manager keen to build on program’s strong foundations
LONG-TERM Kerryn Lewis dreams of a “family safety champion” in every Anglican church in Melbourne and Geelong.
Women’s voices vital to address family violence in the church
What is it worth to us to ensure women and girls in our churches are equally safe valued and heard?
