Appropriate screening is an important tool in ensuring the safety of everyone in our churches. It is also required by both state and national church law.
The Clearance for Ministry application is a dynamic tool that changes depending on the ministries you are conducting. That way, you don't need to be asked any more than you need to.
Who Needs a Clearance for Ministry?
All clergy
All laypersons involved in decision making around safety (parish councils, etc.)
All laypersons who are involved in child, liturgical or community-based ministries.
Step One:
Clearance for MInistry
Application Form
This takes you to the Clearance for Ministry application form
You will be redirected to undertake a police check at the end.
10-15 minutes
Step Two:
Working with Children Card
(if required)
Working with Children Cards are supplied by Working with Children Card Victoria and are required for all clergy and all laypersons conducting Group C: Ministries involving Children & Young People. During your Clearance for Ministry Application, if you require a card you would have been asked to provide proof.
Using the button below, you can apply, renew or update your card. Note: The Diocese must be listed as the organisation you are volunteering or working for. Not your parish.
Step Three:
National Police Check
(if required)
In most cases, a police check is not required.
However, the diocese reserves the ability to request a police check if it deems it required.
10 minutes
You will be contacted by the Registry of a Police Check is required