All persons serving in leadership in the Episcopal Diocese of North Dakota MUST complete the ND Policies unit and all Safe Church, Safe Communities units germane to their role in the church. Currently that training is being provided through Praesidium Academy.

Rectors, Vicars, and Priests-in-Charge are responsible for the appropriate training of persons serving under their leadership.

The Bishop’s Staff is responsible for the Safe Church compliance of:

• Standing Committee
• Diocesan Council
• Active Clergy

Exceptions may be made by permission of the Bishop for persons whose profession requires equivalent training. The Bishop may ask to see the curriculum and may exempt some or all of the units at their discretion.

Our Diocesan Administrator, Jessica Krzewina, can assist you in identifying the correct units and certifying completion of training.

Diocesan Intake Officer: Dr. Christina O’Hara