Ordination
Ordination is the solemn observance whereby representatives of the church corporate, together with the elders representing the local congregation, set apart and charge those persons whom God has called already and equipped for ministry.
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All newly licensed workers with a portable license are required to complete the ordination process within three years of their placement in ministry as part of their spiritual and leadership formation; however, they have the option at the end of the process of choosing whether to be publicly confirmed in ordination.
Requirements for Ordination:
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Licensed workers who hold a portable license are required to go through the ordination process.
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Candidates are required to complete Ordination within a three-year period after placement in ministry, or a five-year period for International Workers and Bi-vocational Pastors.
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An Ordination interview will not be conducted until a minimum of two years of service is completed.
Ordination Process:
The ordination process includes:
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​Reading and book reports
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Theological integration assignments
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Cohort meetings via Zoom
Upon successful completion of portable licensing the district office will be in touch to onboard you to the ordination process. Each year's ordination cohort begins in September. For more information please contact Kimberly Leeder.