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Soulful Story – The Reverend Andy Fleming

Soulful Story, by The Reverend Andy Fleming, School Chaplain, Radford College, ACT. I often get asked what I ‘did’ before becoming a school chaplain, and the response from the person asking is typically a surprised follow-up question: “How does a Head of PE become a chaplain?” Reflecting on my journey throughout my 30 years of…

New Chaplaincy Grant

Applications are open for the new biennial ASA grant of up to $8,000, supporting an ordained chaplain from an ASA member school to attend the NAES Biennial Conference in San Francisco, 18–20 November 2026. This event offers a rich opportunity for professional learning and connection within the wider Anglican Communion. To be eligible, applicants must:…

Soulful Story: The Reverend Malcolm Woolrich – From Legal Work to Gods Work

A Soulful Story by The Reverend Malcolm Woolrich, Chaplain, Peninsula Grammar School, Vic From Legal Work to Gods Work I was an unlikely contender to enter ministry as an ordained school chaplain. In my youth, none of my immediate or extended family identified as Christians; they did not attend church. I did have the advantage…

Soulful Story: The Reverend Peter Landry – Wherever the Spirit Leads

A Soulful Story by The Reverend Peter Landry, Chaplain, Overnewton Anglican Community College Wherever the Spirit Leads I’ve always been intrigued by how people discern God’s call. For some, it’s a clear and lifelong direction. For others, like me, it’s a winding path, shaped by divine interruptions, strange coincidences, and the quiet leading of the…

Soulful Story: Lillian Bures – Why You Stay Up For Relay For Life

A Soulful Story by Ms Lillian Bures, Senior School Youth Chaplain, Trinity College, South Australia I am a very green Youth Chaplain, working in the unique context of a senior school (Years 11 and 12 only) with over 600 students. I have the privilege of working at the same school I once attended as a…

Upcoming: Free Connections Forum 20 May!

A warm reminder that the Anglican Schools Australia Connections Forum is coming up soon! This free, half-day online forum is designed for Religious Studies Educators in Anglican schools across Australia. Learn more: Connections Forum for Religious Studies Educators 2025 – Anglican Schools Australia

Father Philip Schonken – Answering the Call

The role of School Chaplain has been on my heart for a long time. I felt called to the priesthood as a young adult, worshiping at my local Anglican Church, helping run the youth group as well as volunteering with Scripture Union and Youth for Christ on camps, holiday clubs and regular youth meetings. I…

2024 Conference Resources Available

What a joy to see a record number of conference delegates come together and embrace their Anglican Identity ‘in conference’ this year. The conference program included many interesting and inspiring keynote speakers and a choice of 15 practical workshops across four sessions. You can now access the available keynote address and workshop slide presentations here.

Leaders Address Key Issues at ISA National Meeting

This week, ASA was proudly represented at the Independent Schools Australia National Consultative Group Meeting by our President, Mrs. Debbie Dunwoody, and CEO, The Reverend Peter Laurence OAM. Key topics of discussion included student wellbeing, addressing teacher shortages, meeting the rising demand for independent schools, and shaping future advocacy strategies. It was a productive gathering…

First-ever Global Network of Anglican Schools Launched!

History was made last night as the Anglican Communion Schools Network (ACSN) was officially launched in a global meeting attended by representatives from the various provinces of the Anglican Communion. We are delighted to announce that Archbishop Kay Goldsworthy AO, Archbishop of Perth, has been invited to fill the role of inaugural Chair to the group. Further, The Reverend Peter…

Anglican School leaders recognised at excellence awards!

The contributions of three Anglican school leaders have been recognised at the recent Australian Council for Educational Leaders (ACEL) 38th Annual National Awards Ceremony. ASA President and Camberwell Girls Grammar School Principal, Mrs Debbie Dunwoody, was awarded the esteemed ACEL Fellowship Award. The award honours recipients that have demonstrated outstanding contributions to the improvement of…

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Member Update | September 2023

Read stories from our schools, reflections on living our Anglican Identity, a spotlight on our Religious Studies resources, travel provider benefits, upcoming events, and more! View September 2023 Member Update

ASA Management Committee member appointed to Assistant Bishop

  We congratulate ASA Management Committee member The Reverend Hans Christiansen on his appointment as an Assistant Bishop of Perth. Hans currently serves as the Senior Chaplain to Melbourne Grammar School. He will be consecrated on Friday 2 February 2024 at St George’s Cathedral in Perth. We pray for Hans as he prepares for consecration…

Life Membership for Peter Laurence

We congratulate The Reverend Peter Laurence OAM, the 2023 recipient of our most prestigious award, Life Membership. The award recognises Peter’s significant and ongoing service to ASA and Anglican education in Australia. The deeply committed CEO of ASC and Anglican Schools Australia received the award – and a standing ovation – at the ASA annual…