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Become Legally Licensed or Ordained

Answer God's call to advance the Gospel with our legal ministry licensing and ordination options for qualified individuals.

Perform Weddings & Other Religious Ceremonies

Perform religious rites and sacraments, such as marriages, baptisms, legal marriages and funerals.

Start a Church, Lead a Christian Ministry & Serve on Missions

Follow the Lord’s call on your life to start a church or lead a ministry with legal ministry credentials.

Qualify for Possible Clergy Tax Deductions

The IRS recognizes both licensed and ordained ministers as clergy for tax purposes.

Complete Our Brief Interest Form to Get Started Today

Join our Christian community of legally licensed and ordained ministers.

Ministry Licensing & Ordination Qualifications

Legal ordination is the result of a set of compliance steps taken by both the ministry and minister. At Christian Life School of Theology Global (CLSTG), we have taken the steps necessary to ensure that you are legally covered in your ministry calling and journey. You can view the biblical foundations of what we believe by visiting our “Statement of Faith” webpage.

 

  • Academic & Ministerial Experience:
    • Associates Degree (Theology or Ministry) & 1 Year of Ministry/Marketplace Ministry Experience (OR)
    • Equivalent (Determined by Evaluation of Supporting Documentation)
  • Successful Completion of Application & Interview Process to Ensure:
  • Submission of Supporting Documents (Detailed Ministry Résumé, Transcripts, References, Etc.)
  • Letter of Recommendation from a Spiritual/Pastoral Leader
  • Completion of 1 CLSTG Course Per Year as a Commitment to Lifelong Learning
  • One-time $180 Application Fee & $15/Month to Maintain Ministry License
  • Academic & Ministerial Experience:
    • Bachelor’s Degree (Theology or Ministry) & 3 Years of Ministry/Marketplace Ministry Experience (OR)
    • Equivalent (Determined by Evaluation of Supporting Documentation)
  • Successful Completion of Application & Interview Process to Ensure:
  • Submission of Supporting Documents (Detailed Ministry Résumé, Transcripts, References, Etc.)
  • Letter of Recommendation from a Spiritual/Pastoral Leader
  • Completion of 1 CLSTG Course Per Year as a Commitment to Lifelong Learning
  • One-time $180 Application Fee & $15/Month to Maintain Ministry License

Ministry Licensing

The reasons for making distinctions between ordained and licensed ministers vary by denomination. While many religious organizations give licensed ministers the authority to officiate at weddings, state laws may restrict the role of officiant to ordained clergy.

Ministry Ordination

Many religious organizations consider ordained ministers to be permanent clergy. Ordination permits the minister to perform church rites and sacraments, such as legal marriages, baptisms and funerals.