Safe Church, Safe Communities

Joshua Hosler • July 18, 2024

Our leaders must always be prepared to protect the vulnerable.

At Good Shepherd, we are committed to train our leaders to maintain an environment safe from abuse. The Episcopal Church requires an online training called Safe Church, Safe Communities. The following leaders must take this course:


  • Clergy
  • Staff
  • Vestry members
  • Keyholders
  • Eucharistic visitors
  • All who work with children regularly


All told, it takes several hours to complete this training regimen, though the nine modules can be spread out over time. Those whose previous training is still current do not need to take this now. The Good Shepherd office will contact you directly if you need to re-up or take the training for the first time. In the meantime, any and all are welcome to be trained; you can expect to find the training valuable for many reasons.


Here’s how to take these courses:



* Please note that the “Mandated Reporter” module contains videos that might be especially triggering to victims of abuse. It is OK to absorb the content of this module without watching the videos.


You must take all nine of these modules to complete your training. When you receive each certification, please forward it to Parish Administrator Evan Hershman so he can log your certification. You are welcome to take any of the other available courses available on the site as well—not just the nine required of you.


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