Ordination
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Ordination is the rite by which people whom God has called to be ordained by the church or ministry which are set apart by prayer and the laying of the hands. It is a recognition of a particular calling from God and its acceptances by an individual.
Ordination gives initial authorization to perform duties and exercise the prerogatives of ordained ministry or church. The United Evangelical Church of America ordination is carried out by our Bishops and Elders in cooperation with the local church.
Ordination gives initial authorization to perform duties and exercise the prerogatives of ordained ministry or church. The United Evangelical Church of America ordination is carried out by our Bishops and Elders in cooperation with the local church.
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The purpose of issuing ministerial credentials such as ordination to prepared and qualified candidates is: (1) to establish a recognition of those called to specific ministries of the Christian faith, (2) to make available a qualification process by which leadership may recognize and endorse such person, and (3) to provide an accountability process measured by defined ethical and religious standards.
To accomplish this, a called person, male or female, may make application to the Presbytery for specific recognition. The headquarters staff is charged with investigating the academic, experiential and performance history and references of the applicant. After initial recognition is given, a relationship is established between the minister and the church, including membership, requiring regular and informative reporting of professional and spiritual activities of the minister, to the church leadership. This facilitates the on-going endorsement and commendation of the minister by the Presbytery of the church.
Ordination and Credentials within the United Evangelical Church of America Foundation are segmented into three major categories; Commissioned, Licensed and Ordained.
To accomplish this, a called person, male or female, may make application to the Presbytery for specific recognition. The headquarters staff is charged with investigating the academic, experiential and performance history and references of the applicant. After initial recognition is given, a relationship is established between the minister and the church, including membership, requiring regular and informative reporting of professional and spiritual activities of the minister, to the church leadership. This facilitates the on-going endorsement and commendation of the minister by the Presbytery of the church.
Ordination and Credentials within the United Evangelical Church of America Foundation are segmented into three major categories; Commissioned, Licensed and Ordained.
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We are a ministry that is anointed to be able to encourage, equip, empower, educate and engage by endorsing those who have heard the calling of the Lord.........
Credentials offered by UECA Foundation
1. Commission License
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Commission Evangelist, Commissioned Biblical Teacher, Commissioned Pastoral Associate, Commissioned Youth Minister, Commissioned Group Ministry Leader.
Is granted to a person who is active in a assistant /supportive role in the Gospel ministry.
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An applicaIndividual must be born-again, involved in a specific arena of ministry and have the written approval/recommendation of his/her pastor.
Application with ministry description, photo, and fee of $75.00Only one ministerial course required: MN-501 (Foundations for Ministers) Quarterly reporting of ministry activity with a form. Annual report for renewal. |
2. Licensed Minister
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Licensed Minister of the Gospel, Licensed Minister of Evangelism, Licensed Christian Chaplain, Licensed Christian Youth Minister, Licensed Christian Educator,
Licensed Christian Church Administrator.
The license is granted to allow the individual to prove his/her God-ordained ministry prior to ordination.A Licensed Minister has all the rights and privileges attending his/her calling in accordance with the laws of the state in which she/he resides.
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An applicant must meet the requirements of 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:6-9.
Application with ministry description, photo, and fee of $100.00Training is provided for all licesed Minister. See: NLBI for training. Documented ministerial influence above that of entry level. Quarterly reporting of ministry activity with a form. (Members Form) Annual renewal request required, with a $60 renewal fee. |
3. Ordained Minister
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An Ordained Minister credential is granted to those who have a proven ministry. Ordained Minister of the Gospel, Ordained Christian Pastor, Ordained Minister of Worship (Music), Ordained Christian Youth Pastor, Ordained Minister of Pastoral Counseling, Ordained Minister of Christian Education, Ordained Christian Evangelist; Ordained Christian Chaplains.
Each person must demonstrated clear evidence of God’s ordination and calling on their life and are active in a gospel ministry.An Ordained Minister has all the rights and privileges attending his/her calling in accordance with the laws of the state in which she/he resides. |
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An applicant must meet the requirements of 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:6-9. Have completed an acceptable educational program, be currently active in the gospel ministry, have previously held Licensed Minister credentials for a minimum of two years, and be at least 26 years of age.
Application with ministry description, photo, and fee of $125.00
Training for Ordination Minister of UECA is provided by NLBI.
Documented significant full time ministerial influence equal to pastoring. Quarterly reporting of ministry activity using a form. (Members Form) Annual renewal request required, with a $80 renewal fee. |
Professional accountability is a significant ingredient in the ordination and credentialing system of the United Evangelical Church of America. Being set apart for the work of the ministry is a highly responsible endeavor, as it is a position of influence and coaching. This organization stands as a solid reputable clergy administration and church organization, with a mandatory communications system a part of the relationship. If no reporting or no disciplinary procedures were in place, such ministerial relationship would have little value. If a ministry leader's credentials have no expiration, they would be worth little within the ethics model of the organization.
Therefore, there is an investigation of character and reputation at the onset of the candidating process. This may include a national background check of database search. There are then four simple one page reports communicated quarterly to the UECL (United Evangelical Church Leadership Board), with activities genuinely expressed for support of the ministerial covering. These supporting reports become the knowledge upon which the corporate leadership commends, refers, defends and endorses to all those with an interest in the clergy member. The monthly professional dues remittances accompany these quarterly reports by mail.
Annually, at the end of each calendar year, all personal ministerial credentials expire, requiring some action to be taken on the part of the minister and on the part of the overseeing leadership to endorse and ratify the relationship and character of the minister. Renewal in not automatic, but is normal and usual, as a process of faith-based endorsement. All ministerial certificates state that a currently dated pocket card must accompany the certificate to valid. Only the pocket card is replaced annually.
By structuring an automatic expiration, the ministry has eliminated most instances that in other church organizations demand a resignation or a dismissal. There must however, be some system of termination of clergy oversight when mandated discipline has failed to achieve correction and restoration of the minister, as part of an effective accountability system.
Therefore, there is an investigation of character and reputation at the onset of the candidating process. This may include a national background check of database search. There are then four simple one page reports communicated quarterly to the UECL (United Evangelical Church Leadership Board), with activities genuinely expressed for support of the ministerial covering. These supporting reports become the knowledge upon which the corporate leadership commends, refers, defends and endorses to all those with an interest in the clergy member. The monthly professional dues remittances accompany these quarterly reports by mail.
Annually, at the end of each calendar year, all personal ministerial credentials expire, requiring some action to be taken on the part of the minister and on the part of the overseeing leadership to endorse and ratify the relationship and character of the minister. Renewal in not automatic, but is normal and usual, as a process of faith-based endorsement. All ministerial certificates state that a currently dated pocket card must accompany the certificate to valid. Only the pocket card is replaced annually.
By structuring an automatic expiration, the ministry has eliminated most instances that in other church organizations demand a resignation or a dismissal. There must however, be some system of termination of clergy oversight when mandated discipline has failed to achieve correction and restoration of the minister, as part of an effective accountability system.
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* All applicants are taken seriously, and pray for before any decision has been made.
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