APPLICATION FOR 2027 CERTIFICATION IN BIBLICAL SEXUALITY MINISTRY

GREETINGS!

Thank you for your interest in the Certification in Biblical Sexuality Ministry! Below, you will find the program application—the first step in your journey with us. We encourage you to take your time in prayerfully considering and thoughtfully answering each question, as your responses will help us understand your heart for ministry and your calling in the field of biblical sexuality.

Please know that we are here to support you throughout this process. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us anytime. Our Certification Coordinator can be contacted at certification@biblicalsexuality.net.

We look forward to walking alongside you, equipping, and encouraging you as you become better prepared to RESPOND biblically and redemptively to issues of sexuality within your church or organization.
- Full Name*
  
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- Email*
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- Phone Number*
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- Address*
  
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- Gender*
- Marital Status*
- Date of Birth*
  
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- Please Upload a Headshot of You. Please note that if accepted into the program, this photo will be used for publicity and program materials.*
  
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- Spouse's Name (if Married)
- Marriage Date (if Married)
  
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- If married, is your spouse in agreement with your desire to participate in this program? (If single, select N/A)*
  
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- If you have children, please list their Name(s) / Age(s).*
- SPOUSAL SUPPORT AND PARTICIPATION
  
  If you are married, we highly encourage your spouse to attend Phase 1: The Symposium with you. While he or she may not feel called to become a First Responder, we believe it is invaluable for them to understand the foundational principles of this ministry. Their awareness and support will be essential as you step into this calling, and walking together in this understanding can strengthen both your personal journey and your marriage. To support this, we invite spouses to attend the Symposium and participate in a special breakout session designed specifically for them, offering guidance on how to best walk alongside and support you in this ministry.
- Do you plan to invite your spouse to attend the Symposium with you?*
  
  YesNoI'm not married
- Church Name*
- Church Website*
- Are you a Member?*
  
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- If Yes, for how long?*
- Pastor's Name*
- Pastor's Email*
- Denomination or religious groups your church or organization is associated?*
- How are you currently involved / serving in your church?*
- Are you ordained by a local church body?*
  
  YesNo
- Is your Pastor aware and in agreement with your desire to enroll in this program?*
  
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- Did you graduate from High School?*
  
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- If Yes, what year?
- COLLEGE: School Name / Degree / Graduation Date (mm/yyyy)
- GRADUATE SCHOOL AND/OR SEMINARY: School Name / Degree / Graduation Date (mm/yyyy)
- Other education, training, agencies, or organizations which you have attended or belong to.
- List any professional licenses that you have obtained: Type of License / Issue Date / Expiration Date (mm/yyyy).
- Describe your Spiritual Journey.*
- How does your relationship with Jesus influence your daily life, family and social relationships, your work, and use of your time?*
- Describe your view or understanding of Biblical Sexuality.*
- Describe your view or understanding of Discipleship.*
- Describe your call to ministry and how it relates to you seeking certification in biblical sexuality ministry.*
- On average, how much time do you spend on non-work related reading each week?*
- List the five most recent books you have read.*
- Have you ever been convicted of a felony? If yes, please describe the nature of the conviction, date, and state or federal regulations to which you must comply, if any.*
- Do you have any physical, mental, or emotional disabilities that require special assistance? If Yes, please explain.*
- Provide any additional information about yourself that you would like us to know.*
- Do you have a desire to better understand and embrace God's design for sexuality, the willingness to be vulnerable about your sexual narrative, and the goal to equip others to do the same?*
  
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- Do you hold a part-time, full-time, or volunteer position in a Church or Christ-centered organization?*
  
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- What is the position?
- Are you applying to serve as a Certified Biblical Sexuality Minister within your Church OR a Christ-centered Organization?*
  
  ChurchChrist-centered Organization
- Do you have the support and recommendation of your Pastor or Organization Leader to enroll in this program?*
  
  YesNo
- Do you have the support of your Pastor or Organization Leader to develop and implement an Action-Based Project during phase three of the program?*
  
  YesNo
- Do you have the support of your Pastor or Organization Leader to be recognized as a Certified Biblical Sexuality Minister once certification is granted?*
  
  YesNo
- PASTOR/LEADER RECOMMENDATION
  
  Below please provide the information of the person in a leadership position at your church or Christ-centered organization that we can request your Pastor / Leader Recommendation from.
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- Email*
- Phone*
- What is the Leadership position this person has in your church or Christ-centered organization? *
- Qualified students of all Christian denominations, nationalities, and races are eligible for admittance to the Certification in Biblical Sexuality Ministry Program. The Institute of Biblical Sexuality seeks to maintain and cultivate broad-community relationships. By signing below, I certify that all the information submitted in this application is my own work, factually true, and honestly presented.
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