METRO trainers are people of godly character who have been identified as having experience and skills in church-based gospel ministry.
- They are to be gospel centred in their ministry and committed to training their trainees in a manner consistent with the reformed beliefs of the PCV.
- They should be passionate about sharing their wisdom and experience in training the next generation of Gospel workers.
- They need to be able to invest approximately one day each week in coaching their trainee in the areas of being, thinking and serving like Jesus.
- They should be aged 18 years or above, attend the same church as their trainee, and be the same gender as their trainee.
In keeping with the 2 Timothy 2:2 model, the program is designed such that both trainee and trainer are always simultaneously being training and training others.
- For trainees, this comes to the fore in the second year of the METRO apprenticeship, as trainees are encouraged to mentor and train up those younger in the faith.
- Trainers also, as they train, will be supported by coaches, so that they might be challenged and encouraged and learn from the experience themselves.
Applicant Requirements
METRO trainers and trainees are mandated to adhere to Victoria's Child Safe Standards. We are eager to do this, knowing that Jesus himself recognised the vulnerability of children and their value before God. As a ministry of the Presbyterian Church of Victoria (PCV), METRO reports to and receives guidance from the Safe Church Unit (SCU).
Safe Church policies are available here. If you have any Safe Church-related concerns about a METRO trainee or trainer, contact the SCU (📧 [email protected], 📞 0499 090 449).
Working With Children's Check (WWCC)
All applicants must hold a current WWCC. Volunteer cards can be obtained at no cost from Services Victoria.
Volunteer Approval Process (VAP)
All applicants must complete the VAP. This is the official screening process for everyone 18 years and over who volunteers/works with children within the PCV must complete and have approved before they can begin their role. This involves character references and proof of identification.
To complete the VAP, submit a completed Initial Registration & Role Description Form to your church's local Safe Church Representative.
Safe Church Basic Training
All applicants are required to have already completed or to complete Basic Training within a year of completing their VAP. This is recommended at the earliest opportunity.
All applicants are expected to read and be familiar with the Safe Church Policy, Procedure and Practice Manual.