If you’re starting a new church, the first thing you need is to decide on the purpose. This can be done by finding a common purpose for a church and finding what defines your church or community. When it comes to an opening statement of faith, there are several questions you should answer like: What … Read more
If you are starting a Christian church, you need to be very careful what you believe and how you act. Your actions and words will determine the kind of reaction that your churchgoers will have towards you. Some churches are very open to all religions and even people of other faiths. If you decide to … Read more
The call for Christian ministry has grown tremendously in recent years, as the United States continues to see an unprecedented number of Christian denominations. The goal of this call is to help all people understand the true meaning of faith and to encourage members of the Christian community to stand up boldly for their beliefs. … Read more
The ordination of female ministers has become increasingly common in many different religious traditions. There are, however, few areas of Christianity where the ordination of female ministers is not already commonplace. And the ordination of female ministers as apostles and as spiritual teachers, although not uncommon, is actually far from being uncommon. In settings ranging … Read more
The ordination validity is based on the law of the land in order to obtain the degree or title of a pastor. For this, a formal ordination can be granted by the church officials in accordance with the law. This is done so that the church can recognize the person who has just received the … Read more
Finding the Right Title in Ministry When I was growing up, minister titles were not popular, and as a result, my father never came to my first communion. As a result, my mother did not feel the same connection with me as she would have if she had chosen a title that would have been … Read more
A minister’s association is a body that is designed to help members of the public in their dealings with the government. There are many ministries out there and it is often difficult for people to know which one they need to deal with. If you know you are in the wrong place or are unsure … Read more
The National Association of Christian Ministers (NACM) has been known as the “Bible Bearer” for its numerous ministries and events. The NACM serves a community of leaders who share a love of Jesus Christ, and his love of mankind. Their purpose is to make sure that they have a presence in the world and influence … Read more
The priesthood of all believers, also known as the universal ministry or the episcopacy, is an ancient tradition in some parts of Christianity that renders the concept of priestly orders found in other branches, notably the Catholic and Eastern Orthodox, to be of no relevance. This article will explore this subject and give you a … Read more
So, what is the difference between a licensed minister and a licensed wedding officiant? Basically, an ordained minister is ordained by the Church or ministerial association and meets certain requirements for being ordained. An ordained minister is able to perform various duties of the church and other functions of its faith, including funeral ceremonies, sacraments, … Read more
