Concepts of Freedom Ministries Ordination Page

Licentiate and Ordination Page
Important Notice: Candidates for Ordination must attend the annual Graduation/Retreat
held each summer in the Rogers, Arkansas Area to become ordained.
ORDINATION IS NOT DONE BY DISTANCE
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Obtaining a Ministerial License or Ordination
Through Concepts of Freedom Ministries
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(Policy as of 1-1-97) The following is the policy for granting ministerial license and ordination with Concepts of Freedom Ministries, Inc. All applicants for license or ordination who hold traditional Christian beliefs and values will be considered and are subject to approval by the board of CFM. No person will be accepted or denied because of race, national origin, sex or cultural background.

Candidates for Ordination must attend the annual Graduation/Retreat held each summer in the Rogers, Arkansas Area to become ordained.

ORDINATION IS NOT DONE BY DISTANCE

Part 1: Freedom Bible College and Seminary Students and Alumni

I. For those who have completed at least the Core Curriculum and are working toward a Bachelor's Degree or higher from FBCS.

Upon request:

(A) A ministerial license will be granted for an initial fee of $100 and an annual fee of $25.
      Prerequisite: Three years of continuous service in a Christian ministry of the student's ......choice.
(B) This license may be upgraded to ordination for an initial fee of $50 and an annual fee of $35.
      Prerequisite: Three additional years (for a total of six years) of continuous service in a ......Christian ministry of the student's choice
(C) A certificate of ordination will be granted for an initial fee of $150 and an annual fee of $35.
      Prerequisite: Six years of continuous service in a Christian ministry of the student's choice.
      Prerequisite: Must have held a ministerial license or ordination from a reputable Christian organization for a minimum period of four years.
(D) The candidate must provide three (3) letters of recommendation. One of these letters should be from the pastor or overseer. Note: If you are a pastor this letter should be from a person to whom you hold yourself accountable.

II. For those who have completed a Master's Degree from FBCS
Upon request:

(A) A ministerial license will be granted for an initial fee of $100 and an annual fee of $25.
      Prerequisite: Two years of continuous service in a Christian ministry of the student's ......choice.
(B) This license may be upgraded to ordination for an initial fee of $50 and an annual fee of $35.
      Prerequisite: Two additional years (for a total of four years) of continuous service in a Christian ministry of the student's choice
(C) A certificate of ordination will be granted for an initial fee of $150 and an annual fee of $35.
      Prerequisite: Five years of continuous service in a Christian ministry of the student's choice.
      Prerequisite: Must have held a ministerial license or ordination from a reputable Christian organization for a minimum period of three years.
(D) The candidate must provide three (3) letters of recommendation. One of these letters should be from the pastor or overseer. Note: If you are a pastor this letter should be from a person to whom you hold yourself accountable.

III. For those who have completed a Doctoral Degree from FBCS
Upon request:

(A) A ministerial license will be granted for an initial fee of $100 and an annual fee of $25.
      Prerequisite: One year of continuous service in a Christian ministry of the student's choice.
(B) This license may be upgraded to ordination for an initial fee of $50 and an annual fee of $35.
      Prerequisite: One additional year (for a total of two years) of continuous service in a Christian ministry of the student's choice
(C) A certificate of ordination will be granted for an initial fee of $150 and an annual fee of $35.
      Prerequisite: Four years of continuous service in a Christian ministry of the student's choice.
      Prerequisite: Must have held a ministerial license or ordination from a reputable Christian organization for a minimum period of two years.
(D) The candidate must provide three (3) letters of recommendation. One of these letters should be from the pastor or overseer. Note: If you are a pastor this letter should be from a person to whom you hold yourself accountable.

Part 2: Other Than Freedom Bible College and Seminary Students and Alumni

I. Ministerial License
A ministerial license will be granted for an initial fee of $150 and an annual fee of $35 with the following conditions:

(A) The candidate can show documentation of an ongoing involvement in a Christian ministry.
(B) This involvement must have been ongoing for a period of at least three years at the time of application.
(C) The candidate must provide three (3) letters of recommendation. One of these letters should be from the pastor or overseer. Note: If you are a pastor, this letter should be from a person to whom you hold yourself accountable.
(D) The candidate must successfully complete the 3 hour course from Freedom Bible College and Seminary, BSC-1083 Introduction to Biblical Hermeneutics. The cost of this course is $190 which includes the textbook.
(E) If the candidate can show reason, one or more of these conditions may be waived.

II. Ordination
A certificate of ordination will be granted for an initial fee of $175 and an annual fee of $45 with the following conditions:

(A) The candidate must show documentation of an ongoing involvement in a Christian ministry.
(B) The candidate must be in possession of a ministerial license or ordination granted from a reputable source.
(C) The ministerial license and/or ordination must have been held for a minimum of five years.
(D) The candidate must provide three (3) letters of recommendation. One of these letters should be from the pastor or overseer. Note: If you are a pastor, this letter should be from a person to whom you hold yourself accountable.
E) The candidate must successfully complete the 3 hour course from Freedom Bible College and Seminary, BSC-1083 Introduction to Biblical Hermeneutics. The cost of this course is $190 which includes the textbook.
(F) If the candidate can show reason, one or more of these conditions may be waived.

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Concepts Of Freedom Ministries, Inc. .
Application For License or Ordination .
P.O. Box 1060 Rogers, Arkansas 72757-1060 -- 479-636-7497

Please print or type. It is important to complete all information.

Last Name ________________ First _______________ Middle _____________Sex _____

Street Address ________________ City_______________ State____ Zip ______________

Home Phone__________________ Office Phone_______________ Fax ______________ Birth___-___-___

SS Number ___/___/____/ Church Membership ____________________ Pastor___________________________

Pastor's Phone____________________________ Pastor's Address_________________ City______________

State_____ Zip_______ Total Years of Christian Service ______

Highest Academic Level Achieved ____________

I respectfully apply for the following consideration: 1. ____Ministerial license 2. ____Ordination.
(You must hold a ministeral license before applying for ordination)

Do you presently hold Ministerial credential(s)? _____ Type _________________________
Name of the issuing organization_______________________ Date of issue____________
Are you presently active with that organization? ______ (if "no," attach an sheet of explanation).

Check List

1. ____ I have attached a statement of ministry experience.

2. ____ I have attached ____ letters of recommendation (minimum of 3).

3. ____ I have attached a statement explaining why I should be granted the above consideration.

4. ____ I have enclosed $140.00 for the cost of the course BSC-1083 Introduction to Biblical Hermeneutics (not required for FBCS students or alumni).

5.____ I have enclosed $ ______ for the consideration above (See instructions).

6.____ I have read and I understand the contents of the CFM publication Obtaining a Ministerial License or Ordination.

7. ____ I have enclosed a photograph of myself (Unless on file at FBCS).

Affirmation

By signing below I affirm and acknowledge...

...that I will uphold the standards of the Bible which is the only and true source of divinely written oracles of God. .

...that I will be true to the Christian faith.

...that I will be true to the calling in which my Lord has entrusted me.

...that I will endeavor to live a life before God and man that is exemplary of Christian service.

...that I will endeavor to live a life that not bring reproach to Concepts of Freedom Ministries, Inc., Freedom Bible College and Seminary, Freedom Cathedral or any other outreach or ministry of CFM.

...that I freely give permission to CFM to conduct a National Agency Check or other investigations as CFM deems necessary. .
...that the laws of the State of Arkansas, USA shall apply.

...that I will voluntarily surrender any certificate, license or ordination issued by CFM if I violate any of the above affirmations.

Signature ________________________ Date: _______-________-________

This application must be completed and signed before it will be processed. Do not leave blank spaces. If you have any questions, please call.

(For CFM use only)

Approved:______ Denied: ______

By:________________________________________________ Date__________________

Freedom Bible College and Seminary

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