Credentials 

Freedom Covenant Global Ministries, through the administration of the Council of Elders, offers ministerial credentials in several categories to qualified candidates called of God to serve in His ministry. Our credentials will help a person to be recognized and to hold equal rights before the law, the community, and the state. 

However, FCGM is not a credential mill, and may not approve credentials for everyone that applies. Only those individuals that have a proven ministry and who are preaching and teaching Gospel Truth consistent with the Word of God and the Statement of Faith of FCGM will be considered. Application procedures and accountability requirements shall be established by the Council of Elders and may be modified from time to time. 

All applications will be prayerfully and carefully considered by the Council of Elders and any credentials issued may be revoked for either of the following reasons, (a) recipient is found to not be preaching and teaching Gospel truth consistent with the Word of God and the Statement of Faith of FCGM, or (b) recipient is found to not be living a consistent Christian life above reproach. 

Before revocation, the Council of Elders shall bring either of these situations to the attention of the recipient, allowing for repentance and correction of the error. If the minister refuses to repent and correct his/her error, the Council of Elders shall issue written revocation to said minister, requiring surrender of all credentials issued by FCGM. 

FCGM credentials and fee schedules are listed below and may, upon approval of the Council of Elders, be subject to change without prior notice. 

Ministerial Intern 

Ministerial Intern credentials may be issued to a beginning minister who feels called of God to work for Him in some specific field, such as Bible teacher, Christian counselor, evangelist or pastor. This credential places the beginning minister under a local pastor's authority and direct supervision for a period of no less than 12 months to learn about ministry and accountability. 

Requirements for Ministerial Intern shall be, (1) having a call of God to work, (2) be a minimum of 18 years of age, (3) living a consistent Christian life above reproach, (4) having experienced the Baptism in the Holy Ghost with the evidence of speaking in tongues, and (5) successful completion of Bible Test* demonstrating basic Bible knowledge. 

*Bible Test varies with each level of credential. 

Licensed Minister of the Gospel 

A Certificate of License may be issued to a person who is considered a part-time or full-time minister. Being a Licensed Minister of the Gospel authorizes one to Preach the Gospel, Teach the Word, Perform Holy Matrimony, and Administer the Ordinances of the Church, subject to and in accordance with respective ordinances of residence. 

The Licensed Minister of the Gospel must hold these credentials in good standing for a minimum period of two years before applying for a Certificate of Ordination. An exception may be allowed if the applicant was previously licensed or ordained with another Evangelical Full Gospel Fellowship or when approved by the Council of Elders, contingent upon successful completion of Bible Test* demonstrating basic Bible knowledge. 

Requirements for Licensed Minister of the Gospel shall be, (1) having a call of God to the five fold ministry, (2) be a minimum of 19 years of age, (3) living a consistent Christian life above reproach, (4) having experienced the Baptism in the Holy Ghost with the evidence of speaking in tongues, (5) successful completion of Bible Test* demonstrating basic Bible knowledge. 

*Bible Test varies with each level of credential. 

Ordained Minister of the Gospel 

A Certificate of Ordination may be issued to a person who is considered a full-time minister, such as Bishop, Pastor or Evangelist. Having received the Certificate of Ordination reserves a high place of honor and demonstrates commitment on the part of the recipient. He/she is certified and authorized to Preach the Gospel, Teach the Word, Exhort, Perform Holy Matrimony, and Administer all the Ordinances and Functions of the Church, subject to, and in accordance with respective ordinances of residence. 

Requirements for Ordained Minister of the Gospel shall be, (1) having a call of God to the five fold ministry, (2) be a minimum of 21 years of age, (3) living a consistent Christian life above reproach, (4) having experienced the Baptism in the Holy Ghost with the evidence of speaking in tongues, (5) successful completion of Bible Test* demonstrating basic Bible knowledge. 

Furthermore, an Ordained Minister of the Gospel in good standing with FCGM may be eligible for appointment or election to serve as the need may arise in the following leadership positions within FCGM, (1) Presiding Bishop, (2) Regional Bishop, (3) National Overseer, or (4) Member of the Council of Elders. Additional requirements may apply before appointment or election to serve in any of these leadership positions. 

*Bible Test varies with each level of credential. 

Annual Fees for Ministerial Candidates 

To help offset the costs involved in processing applications, issuing credentials, and maintaining records of ministers, FCGM has established annual fees for ministerial credentials based on the following rates.

1. Ministerial Intern - $45.00 

2. Licensed Minister of the Gospel - $60.00 

3. Ordained Minister of the Gospel - $75.00 

In addition, all ministries must receive funds with which to operate, and FCGM is no exception. There are additional financial needs that must be met and all FCGM ministers are expected to give regularly as the Lord leads to help meet those needs. 

Application Process

If you are interested in applying for ministry credentials, please complete the form below. A complete ministry packet will be sent to you by U.S. Postal mail. The ministry packet will contain an application, a Bible test corresponding to the level of credentials applied for, an FCGM Statement of Faith, a Ministerial Covenant, and a list of additional requirements necessary to expedite the application process. Due to the costs involved for printing and postage, we ask that only serious applicants complete the online request form. However, if after reading all of the information on this site and deciding that you would like to become a member of the FCGM ministry team, please feel free to place your request.