Often people sense a call of God to ministry. In response to the call they find themselves not knowing whether to start a church or a ministry. The best way to approach this question is to consider the differences between the two: A Church is a well structured organization defined in scripture regarding its … Read more
Does a person have to quit ministry if their children are unruly? Should they not be permitted to serve if disobedient children disrupt their homes? The answers to these questions exists in terms of how the word “unruly” is defined, and what part the minister plays in the child’s behavior. How old … Read more
The following values represent the essence and personality of the National Association of Christian Ministers. They are the standards by which our culture and unity are kept. Please make careful note of them. We will not compromise our statement of faith or ministry values. We value God’s calling of both men and women to ordained … Read more
This is an overview of the requirements for ministers performing wedding ceremonies in each State. We strive to provide accurate information. However, this content should not be considered legal counsel or advice. It is the responsibility of the officiant to know the laws which regulate the State (and sometimes county) where they provide services. Alabama: … Read more
This is an overview of the requirements for ministers performing wedding ceremonies in each State. We strive to provide accurate information. However, this content should not be considered legal counsel or advice. It is the responsibility of the officiant to know the laws which regulate the State (and sometimes county) of where they provide services. … Read more
Ministry Titles: Can I Be Ordained as a Pastor, Deacon, Evangelist, etc.? The permissions and use of ministry titles by an ordained minister is an area of some confusion for both members of the clergy and the general public. For this reason, we will briefly discuss a few definitions of terms to offer a standard … Read more
Are Ministers Authorized to Officiate Weddings? Response by, Michael Mooney, Exec. Elder The answer to this question depends totally upon the U.S. State and county where the marriage takes place. In many States, ordained ministers may conduct (legally binding) marriage ceremonies without the requirement to register with the county. However, marriage laws vary from State … Read more
What is the NACM purpose for having Elders? Paul once said to Titus: “You should set in order the things that are lacking and ordain elders in every city, as I had appointed you” (Tit 1:5 MKJV). We are continuing this pattern by recognizing elders in every US State -and around the globe. The NACM … Read more
Can women be ordained? Doesn’t the Bible say, “Let your women keep silence in the churches?” Is there a Biblical explanation? Where does the NACM stand on the ordination of women? There has been much debate over the question of women serving as pastors and or ordained ministers. We agree that this is … Read more
By Michael Mooney, NACM Exec. Elder One of the biggest topics of debate among Baptist churches today is over the roles of women in ministry. The divisional question is this: “Can women be Biblically ordained?” Naturally, these divisions result in 1) churches that ordain women, and 2) others that do not. The National Association … Read more