COVID safety
In these unprecedented times we are paying attention to things we have not had to consider before.
Cleaning: Our building is undergoing extra weekly cleaning and disinfecting.
Social Distancing: We adhere to the attendance guideline of 2 or 4 square metres per person when required.
Masks and Sanitiser: Sanitiser is a must when entering the building, and masks may be necessary.
Communion: Communion is socially distanced and only one element is taken.
Offering: We no longer collect an offering by passing an offering plate along the rows. We encourage electronic giving through the Anglican Development Fund, and a plate is available for those who wish to use cash or an offering envelope.
Attendance: It is essential that our QR codes are used to register the name and phone of everyone attending our buildings. We have an alternative for those without smartphones.
Advisory Signs: A number of signs are posted advising people of the requirements.
Hospitality: We may be able to enjoy a cuppa together after our Sunday service. Please join us!
Cleaning: Our building is undergoing extra weekly cleaning and disinfecting.
Social Distancing: We adhere to the attendance guideline of 2 or 4 square metres per person when required.
Masks and Sanitiser: Sanitiser is a must when entering the building, and masks may be necessary.
Communion: Communion is socially distanced and only one element is taken.
Offering: We no longer collect an offering by passing an offering plate along the rows. We encourage electronic giving through the Anglican Development Fund, and a plate is available for those who wish to use cash or an offering envelope.
Attendance: It is essential that our QR codes are used to register the name and phone of everyone attending our buildings. We have an alternative for those without smartphones.
Advisory Signs: A number of signs are posted advising people of the requirements.
Hospitality: We may be able to enjoy a cuppa together after our Sunday service. Please join us!
Child safety
St Michael's is committed to the highest standards of safety for our children, teens, volunteers and staff. We adhere to the requirements of the Anglican Diocese of Melbourne. The Kooyoora Office of Professional Standards administers the Professional Standards Uniform legislation for the Diocese of Melbourne.
Volunteer Screening
All volunteers at St Michael's who work with children undergo a four-part screening process. Each must successfully obtain a Working with Children card, a Police Check (which we are authorised to conduct through CrimCheck in our church office), and must read and acknowledge the diocese's Child Safety Code of Conduct booklet. A Clearance for Service is then issued by Kooyoora.
Concerns and Reporting
If a child is in immediate danger, police should be called - phone 000.
Report concerns to Margaret Goode, St Michael’s Child Safety Officer: 0414 891 850.
Who can report abuse or a concern? Parents, teachers, volunteers, children - anyone.
If you wish to submit a written record of your concern, please use this form. Return your form to Margaret Goode, Child Safety Officer,
0414 891 850.
If you wish, you may report your concerns to the Kooyoora Office of Professional Standards.
Reporting Form
Volunteer Screening
All volunteers at St Michael's who work with children undergo a four-part screening process. Each must successfully obtain a Working with Children card, a Police Check (which we are authorised to conduct through CrimCheck in our church office), and must read and acknowledge the diocese's Child Safety Code of Conduct booklet. A Clearance for Service is then issued by Kooyoora.
Concerns and Reporting
If a child is in immediate danger, police should be called - phone 000.
Report concerns to Margaret Goode, St Michael’s Child Safety Officer: 0414 891 850.
Who can report abuse or a concern? Parents, teachers, volunteers, children - anyone.
If you wish to submit a written record of your concern, please use this form. Return your form to Margaret Goode, Child Safety Officer,
0414 891 850.
If you wish, you may report your concerns to the Kooyoora Office of Professional Standards.
Reporting Form