More Than a Lambeth Call

Understanding Safe Ministry and Safeguarding in the Anglican Church: A Deep Dive

This course provides a comprehensive exploration of Safe Ministry and Safeguarding within the Anglican tradition. It delves into the core principles and practical applications essential for creating a secure environment for all participants – both those serving and those benefiting from Anglican ministries.

Key Topics Covered:

• Defining Critical Terms: Gain a clear understanding of key terms like Safeguarding, Safe Ministry, and Safe Church (SC), contextualized by the Lambeth Calls.
• Scriptural Foundations: Explore the theological and scriptural basis for prioritizing safety and preventing harm, emphasizing that this isn't a recent development tied solely to the 2022 Lambeth Conference.
• Historical Context: Understand the historical evolution of safeguarding practices within the Anglican Church.
• Addressing Resistance: Examine the reasons why some Anglican churches or provinces might hesitate to embrace SC practices.
• The Case for Universal Adoption: This course presents a strong argument for the widespread implementation of Safe Ministry principles, grounded in both theological necessity and a dominical mandate.
• Contextualized Implementation: Learn why a one-size-fits-all approach to Safeguarding is insufficient. The course encourages the development of tailored SC strategies appropriate to specific cultural and contextual environments within the Anglican Church.
• Informative, Not Prescriptive: This course aims to stimulate informed debate and provide resources for thoughtful consideration, rather than offering definitive, universally applicable solutions. It acknowledges the diversity of contexts within the Anglican Communion.

Important Note: This course is an unofficial offering and is not an official publication of the Anglican Communion office or the Commission for Theological Education in the Anglican Communion. It serves as a resource to inform discussion and promote a deeper understanding of Safe Ministry and Safeguarding.