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Chaplaincy Australia is a national network of Chaplains delivering support and care across every aspect of Australian society. We deliver professional, equipped and motivated Chaplains into all industries and response agencies. We desire to see Chaplains released and attached to every interest group in Australia. Wherever people are, a Chaplain can make a difference! Learn More
CHAPLAINCY IN YOUR STATE
Click on a link to find out what is happening in your State.
NEW SOUTH WALES / ACT
QUEENSLAND / NT
WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Growing network touching our largest state. Wide open spaces and options
VICTORIA
TASMANIA
SOUTH AUSTRALIA
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Training
The different realms of Chaplaincy require various forms of interpretation and skill-sets to perform in the role suitably.
Take for example, the difference between a Chaplain placed in Emergency Services where Trauma Counselling..
Accreditation
Chaplaincy is an exciting ministry that operates out of the local church and reaches into so many different areas of the community.
Wherever there is a group of people facing the challenges of normal life, there should be a Chaplain there to support and strengthen them.
Chaplaincy Australia requires all chaplains to be well trained and well equipped to fulfil the role. Accreditation assures that our Chaplains are ready….
Deployment
For some it will be schools, hospitals, sports teams, homeless shelters, Aged Care Facilities, Prisons and Juvenile Justice Facilities or other community groups. The truth is …
1800Chaplain is a nationwide toll-free service offering confidential chaplaincy support to all Australians.
With lifesaving crisis helplines receiving unprecedented call volumes, 1800Chaplain will fill a growing need for early intervention, preventative pastoral care before the person experiences suicidal ideation.
The helpline will be a safe and confidential forum that takes a holistic view of the person’s emotions, stressors, challenges and moral dilemmas, where they need not shy away from deeper questions about their life, their relationships, their faith or their sense of purpose. Our trained and accredited chaplains can help callers find support, comfort, reassurance and, where needed, referral to other services.
Chaplaincy Australia & Sports Chaplaincy Australia Membership
Chaplaincy Australia (CA) and Sports Chaplaincy Australia (SCA) are excited to announce a new opportunity for the Australian community to gain assistance and support in times of deepest need.
Members of CA and SCA will now be able to apply for reciprocal membership of the 2 organisations for no additional annual fee. This will mean that Chaplains will be able to access the benefits of both organisations in terms of support, training and professional development. It will strengthen both organisations and will lead to better outcomes of service delivery for the Australian community.
For full details, and to access this opportunity, please contact either [email protected]
Chaplaincy Australia & Sports Chaplaincy Australia Membership
Chaplaincy Australia (CA) and Sports Chaplaincy Australia (SCA) are excited to announce a new opportunity for the Australian community to gain assistance and support in times of deepest need.
Members of CA and SCA will now be able to apply for reciprocal membership of the 2 organisations for no additional annual fee. This will mean that Chaplains will be able to access the benefits of both organisations in terms of support, training and professional development. It will strengthen both organisations and will lead to better outcomes of service delivery for the Australian community.
For full details, and to access this opportunity, please contact either [email protected]
NSW Chaplaincy Conference 2022
(2020/21 conference postponed due to COVID19 – Sorry!)
REGISTER TODAY!
When: Thursday 31st March (evening) and Friday 1st April
Additional Professional Development Workshops available Thursday 31st and Saturday 2nd
Where: CROWNE PLAZA TERRIGAL – Our exciting new venue!
NSW Chaplaincy Conference 2022
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Chaplain's Stories
Prison Chaplains Witness Real Freedom…
Our prision chaplains regularly share incredible stories of hope and restoration - Corrective service establishments are populated by individuals who have reached the end of themselves and the end of their options. They are held within strict limits and...
Military Chaplains Make A Difference
In all three services across the country we now have men and women serving the members of the ADF and their families... Her hands were shaking and her eyes refused to leave the ground, there was something that she wanted to say but she did not know how...
Aged Care…A Growth Industry
More and more people are feeling more and more isolated and expecially so as they grow older..aged care chaplains all over the country are connecting with the lonely, sometimes forgotten individuals who live in thousands of aged care facilities around our states....
Chaplains Make Impact During Recent Floods
In the recent floods in QLD & NSW Chaplaincy Australia Chaplains offered care, support to individuals who were facing some of the worst days of their lives. Our Chaplains were part of the Disaster Recovery Chaplaincy Network (DRCN) response which was...
Call a Chaplain today!
A Chaplain is a trained person who offers care and acceptance to all, regardless of race, gender or cultural background.
Chaplains:
- Listen
- Provide a safe environment for people to share their feelings
- Help people work through life issues
- Are confidential and caring
- Assist in times of crisis
If you would like information on how to place a Chaplain in your organisation please contact us…
Chaplaincy Training
Accredited Chaplaincy Training
Professional Development
Initial Chaplaincy Training
Do you need a supervisor? Do you want to be a Chaplaincy Australia recognised supervisor?
Chaplaincy Australia
wants to help you
impact your community!
Raise up Chaplains
and stand with
your community on
their worst day.
Upskill your Chaplains
and Pastoral Team
with a one day training course.
(Domestic Violence, Grief and Loss,
Alcohol & Other Drugs, Mental Health)
Chaplaincy Australia
wants to help you
impact your community!
Raise up Chaplains
and stand with
your community on
their worst day.
Upskill your Chaplains
and Pastoral Team
with a one day training course.
(Domestic Violence, Grief and Loss,
Alcohol & Other Drugs, Mental Health)
Chaplains are making a difference to Australian Society - one person at a time.
Chaplaincy Australia is committed to continuing to create even safer places for children and young people, with every local church and everyone who is in ministry being aware of their responsibilities towards protecting children. A part of this commitment is to ensure that all of our Chaplains are appropriately trained for the tasks they perform. SAFER CHURCHES TRAINING is part of this commitment…
1800CHAPLAIN
1800Chaplain is a nationwide toll-free service offering confidential chaplaincy support to all Australians.
Whatever you need – don’t hesitate to call!
SHARE YOUR STORIES
We would love to hear your stories of what you have been up to in chaplaincy – send us the details and a photo or video link and we would love to add it to our site.
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TRAIN TO BE A CHAPLAIN
Be equipped for a career that cares with practical and theological training to minister to those in need. Alphacrucis is at the forefront of equipping individuals for careers of influence.