Becoming a member of the Bethel Ministerial Association (BMA) is a significant step for those called to ministry and seeking to be part of a fellowship grounded in biblical truth, spiritual accountability, and mutual encouragement. Our membership process includes three levels of recognition: Local License, General License, and Ordination. Each level reflects a growing commitment and demonstrated calling in ministry.
A local license is issued to a novice or beginner in ministry. At this level, the individual is in a learning and development phase, studying both ministry and its administration. The licensed person serves under the tutelage and direction of the local pastor, receiving guidance, instruction, and practical experience. Authority is limited, and the emphasis is on preparation rather than independent leadership.
A general license authorizes an individual to represent the corporation as an authorized minister. At this level, the person may serve a local congregation or function as an associate to a local pastor. The individual is considered advanced enough to carry on an independent ministry, but still requires the supervision of an ordained minister. This level reflects growing responsibility, trust, and ministerial competence.
An ordained minister is formally recognized as a seasoned, trained, and experienced minister. This category applies to pastors of local assemblies or missionary evangelists who are responsible for their ministry’s livelihood and leadership.An ordained minister is authorized to perform weddings and funerals, administer communion and baptisms, recognize members of the local assembly, and perform infant dedications. This level represents full ministerial authority and official recognition.
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To maintain the integrity and purpose of our fellowship, our application process is not publicly open to all. Access to the application is password-protected and made available to those who are sincerely pursuing ministry credentials in alignment with our values and statement of faith.
If you are interested in learning more about the process or requesting access to begin an application, please use the form below or click the button to contact us directly.
A local license is issued to a novice or beginner in ministry. At this level, the individual is in a learning and development phase, studying both ministry and its administration. The licensed person serves under the tutelage and direction of the local pastor, receiving guidance, instruction, and practical experience. Authority is limited, and the emphasis is on preparation rather than independent leadership.
A general license authorizes an individual to represent the corporation as an authorized minister. At this level, the person may serve a local congregation or function as an associate to a local pastor. The individual is considered advanced enough to carry on an independent ministry, but still requires the supervision of an ordained minister. This level reflects growing responsibility, trust, and ministerial competence.
An ordained minister is formally recognized as a seasoned, trained, and experienced minister. This category applies to pastors of local assemblies or missionary evangelists who are responsible for their ministry’s livelihood and leadership.An ordained minister is authorized to perform weddings and funerals, administer communion and baptisms, recognize members of the local assembly, and perform infant dedications. This level represents full ministerial authority and official recognition.
To find more info on becoming a chaplain, click here.
To maintain the integrity and purpose of our fellowship, our application process is not publicly open to all. Access to the application is password-protected and made available to those who are sincerely pursuing ministry credentials in alignment with our values and statement of faith.
If you are interested in learning more about the process or requesting access to begin an application, please use the form below or click the button to contact us directly.
membership in the bethel ministerial assocation
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