The purpose of granting ministerial credentials is threefold:

To know those who labor among us, in accordance with 1 Thessalonians 5:12.
To certify and affirm our confidence in the character and calling of the ministers within our fellowship.
To ensure our ministers are properly qualified to meet the requirements of the law.

It is the policy of Independent Assemblies not to grant any level of credentials to an applicant—regardless of qualifications—if it is apparent that the applicant desires credentials only and does not intend to function in fellowship with Independent Assemblies. In rare or unusual circumstances, exceptions may be made in which an Exhorter License or Minister License is granted; however, Ordination status will not be granted in such cases.

Code of Conduct

Independent Assemblies does not grant ministerial credentials to individuals whose conduct or affiliations are inconsistent with biblical teaching and the moral standards of this fellowship. Such inconsistencies may include, but are not limited to, sexual behavior outside of biblical marriage, substance abuse, involvement in occult practices, participation in unlawful or subversive activities, or membership in organizations that conflict with Scripture.

Statement of Faith
By-Laws & Policies

Application fees are due annually and are as follows:

Exhorter: $50.00
License: $80.00
Ordination: $90.00
Reinstatement fee (if applicable): additional $10.00

Additional requirements and fees:

A one-time, non-refundable application fee of $20.00 is required for all new applicants. This fee covers administrative costs, including a background check.
Upon application review, approved applicants will receive email confirmation with a link to pay credential fees. Membership will not be active until the fees are paid in full.

This application has two stages. The first, to be completed by the applicant. The second, is a recommendation to be completed by an Independent Assemblies ordained minister. If you don’t know one, we will conduct a one-on-one interview, following your application submission.

Applicants who reapply are subject to a $10.00 reinstatement fee and may also be required to pay the one-time $20.00 background check fee.

Current Status

New ApplicantTransferReinstatement

Applying For

Exhorter's LicenseMinister's LicenseOrdination

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Name

First NameMiddle NameLast Name

Gender

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Address

Street Address

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Postal / Zip Code

Phone Number

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Email

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Are you a citizen of the United States?

YesNo

Which country do you hold citizenship?

Date of Birth

Date

Place of Birth

Date of Salvation

Date

Location of Salvation

Marital Status

Date of Current Marriage

Date

Have you ever been divorced?

YesNo

Divorce Information

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How many times have you been divorced?
How many times has your spouse been divorced?

Divorce Information

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How many times have you been divorced?

Have you held credentials with any other fellowship, organization, or licensing body?

YesNo

Provide the organization's name and reason for leaving

Name of church you currently attend

Pastor's Name

Church Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry

What type of ministry training have you received?

Bible CollegeSeminaryPastoral InstructionOther

Please answer "Yes" or "No" to the following questions:

Rows	Yes	No
Do you agree with our Code of Conduct as presented on page 1?
Have you read the entire Bible?
Do you believe that all of the Bible is the true and inspired Word of God?
Have you read our Bylaws and Policies?
Do you accept our doctrinal position on the Trinity of the Godhead?
Have all men sinned?
Can good works save a soul from hell?
Is faith in the shed blood of Jesus essential to salvation?
Do you believe that once saved, it is possible to be lost?
Do you teach and practice water baptism according to Matthew 28:19?
Is speaking with other tongues the initial physical evidence of the Holy Ghost?
Have you received the Holy Ghost Baptism according to Acts 2:4 and 10:44–46?
Is divine healing in the atonement?
Will Jesus return to rapture (catch away) His church before the seven-year tribulation?
Will you conduct your ministry and personal behavior according to the stated doctrinal positions and code of conduct of the Independent Assemblies?
Do you tithe faithfully?
Are you willing to help support our World Missions Program?
Are you now carrying a full schedule of duties as pastor, evangelist, missionary, etc.?

Ministry Status (type answers in the "Answer" field)

Rows	Answer
What is your present ministerial position?
How long have you derived your financial support from ministry?

Have you ever been convicted of a criminal offense (felony or misdemeanor, except for minor traffic violations)?

NoYes

Enter yes if you have entered a plea agreement, including a deferred sentence or deferred judgement arrangement, in connection with a criminal charge.

NoYes

Have you ever been convicted of a sexual offense, offense relating to children or crime of violence(that is not covered in question 1 above)?

NoYes

Have you ever been reported to a social services agency, law enforcement authority, child abuse registry or similar organization regarding abuse or misconduct involving children?

NoYes - Explain Below

Have you ever been the subject of any disciplinary action, transfer or dismissal or been named as a defendant in a civil lawsuit, as a result of an accident or mishap involving children?

NoYes - Explain Below

Have you ever been subject to any disciplinary action (including discharge) or investigation by a church, religious or other organization or by an employer?

NoYes - Explain Below

At this stage in the application process, you need a recommendation from a minister. If the minister is not ordained by the Independent Assemblies, we will schedule an interview with you after we receive the ministry recommendation form.

Minister's Name

First NameLast Name

Minister's Email

Please select one of the following options

Yes, my recommending minister is ordained with the Independent AssembliesNo, my recommending minister is not ordained with the Independent Assemblies

Application Interview

After you pay your application fee, and submit this form, we will contact you within 5-7 business days to set up an interview time with someone from our credentials committee.

Application Fee

NEW APPLICANTS and TRANSFERS: All new applicants and transfers must pay a non-refundable application fee of $20. If your application is approved, you will receive an email with a link to pay membership fees. Your membership will not be active until the membership fee has been paid.

RETURNING MEMBERS: All former members, seeking reinstatement, must pay a non-refundable $10 administrative fee. If your application is approved, you will receive an email with a link to pay membership fees. Your membership will not be active until the membership fee has been paid.

NOTE: You must select one of the following application fees in order for your application to be processed.

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New Application Fee

This fee is required for all new applicants and transfers.

$20.00

Reinstatement Fee

This fee is required for former IA members seeking reinstatement.

$10.00

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$0.00

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At this stage in the application process, you need a recommendation from a minister. If the minister is not ordained by the Independent Assemblies, we will schedule an interview with you after we receive the ministry recommendation form.

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