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Continuing Priest Development

Ongoing education for clergy under His Grace Bishop Daniel, focused on the practical realities of ministry.

Clergy of the Coptic Orthodox Church gathered for a group photograph

Recognising the constantly evolving challenges facing the Church, St Cyril’s has developed a Continuing Priest Development (CPD) program for all clergy under His Grace Bishop Daniel. Like other professional development programs, it equips priests with ongoing education focused on practical issues in ministry and applied theology, so they can keep meeting the evolving needs of their congregations.

How the program works

  • Nine sessions a year. Priests attend at least seven each year.
  • Expert speakers. Sessions are led by expert speakers and clergy, in person or by video conference, with reading material provided.
  • Core and elective topics. A few topics each year are compulsory for all priests; the rest are electives.
  • Online access. Video conferencing is available for interstate and international clergy.

Sessions and video conferencing are accessed through St Cyril’s e-Learning.

Program directors

The CPD is directed by Fr Mark Basily (Director of Ministry) and Fr Rafael Iskander (NSW Vicar and Lecturer in Old Testament).