Chaplain License Application Form

Qualifications for License and Ordination (or Commissioned)

Ordination and license are open to all true Christians whose lives give evidence of the genuineness of their faith and who are in harmony with the doctrines and administration (See Chaplains International Statement of Faith) of Chaplains International, Inc., providing they meet the educational standards or have the ministry experience that would qualify them for ordination. They shall be classified as follows:

Candidates, who are of good character and meet the qualifications, may be granted credentials as an ordained minister and chaplain of the Gospel of Jesus Christ and represent Chaplains International, Inc. as authorized clergy. Those who are eligible to serve as clergy must meet the following standards:

1-1) Candidates that are currently working in ministry as a chaplain, in such a capacity as a prison chaplain, law-enforcement chaplain, hospital chaplain, or church pastor may seek license and ordination with Chaplains International, Inc. Bible institutes, Bible College and Seminary graduates may seek license and ordination upon verification of college or seminary transcripts and ministry activities.

1-2) Professional clergy who hold credentials with a local church or denomination may hold dual credentials with Chaplains International. Candidates seeking to be credentialed as a member of the clergy yet do not hold clergy credentials with any known church, denomination, or Christian fellowship, may qualify for ordination provided their (Validated) experience or education supports the position that they seek.

1-3) Professional Chaplains will receive a certificate of appointment and a chaplain’s ID card. Official
Chaplains International chaplain badges may be carried along with their chaplain’s credentials.

Those who are eligible to serve as lay ministers (Associate Level) must meet the following standards:

2-1) The Associate Level (INTERN) Chaplain is classified as a person who serves in ministry as a lay minister or lay chaplain. They include religious volunteers who serve in the prison system, Hospitals, hospice care, etc. Associate Chaplains are not officially considered clergy but rather a church volunteers. While Associate Level ministers are allowed to represent Chaplains International, Inc., in an official capacity, they are not bestowed with ecclesiastical authority. After holding credentials as an intern chaplain for a period of 2 years, the chaplain may apply for full ordination.

Commission of License and Ordination

2-2) All ordination and Associate Level candidates must submit a signed application and all supporting documents that validate the application (Including a ministry resume) for service and submit it to the Chaplains International Commission of License and Ordination for approval. Upon a vote by (NOT LESS THAN TWO QUALIFIED BOARD MEMBERS), commission members, in person, telephonically, or on occasion by written vote, the commission may approve or deny an applicant.

Policy and Agreement

3-1) All Ordained and Associates Chaplains must agree to continue to seek education and advancement in the area of crisis intervention and other types of training related to the field of chaplaincy when such training is available. Chaplains International is a Christian-based organization that supports a statement of faith as listed on our website www.christiansinthemarketplace.com

3-2) Chaplains International will not consider awarding credentials as an Ordained Chaplain/Minister to those individuals who hold clergy credentials from organizations that are questionable or whose doctrines conflict with Chaplains International, Inc. Statement of Faith.

3-3) Any chaplain caught misusing Chaplains International credentials or a chaplain badge in any manner, criminal or unprofessional, will have their license revoked.

3-4) Candidates must understand that Chaplains International, Inc. is not a law enforcement agency but rather an institutional support organization and Christian fellowship of ministers and chaplains. Candidates who are granted credentials with Chaplains International, Inc. are not to use their credentials to acquire special privileges or considerations. Candidates who are granted credentials are not authorized by Chaplains International, Inc. to identify themselves as peace officers. All members of Chaplains International are expected to conduct themselves in a manner becoming of any person who is serving in ministry.

3-5) Chaplains International does not discriminate against women who may choose to serve in the role of a chaplain. Chaplains International does not discriminate based on race or color. All candidates are required to be in good standing with a local church and may be called upon by members within the network of
Chaplains International responds to a crisis as the need arises.

3-6) All CI chaplains are considered inter-denominational and are not to use their credentials for the purpose of proselytizing unless permitted by the person or institution to which they are providing services.

Badge Policy (Official CI and generic badges)

4-1) Chaplain Badges engraved with the Trademark name Chaplains International may be carried by ordained members of the organization. Chaplain badges must be accompanied by a valid Chaplains International, Inc. identification card. All Chaplain International badges must contain the official identification number of the clergy of record on the lower panel of each badge. All clergy must be in good standing with the organization. Chaplains authorized to carry an official CI badge with their organizational ID must agree to follow a code of conduct prescribed by Chaplains International, Inc. and the law as it pertains to the use of a badge while in the performance of their duties. Chaplains are prohibited from misrepresenting themselves in a manner that would suggest or imply that the person in possession of a badge is serving in a capacity other than the designated role of organizational chaplain. (Badges must be purchased separately) Professional Chaplains will be listed in our database of network chaplains for referral purposes.

What are you applying for?

Name: (how it will appear on your license)*

PrefixFirst NameMiddle NameLast NameSuffix

Birth Date*

MonthDayYear

Phone Number:*

Area CodePhone Number

E-mail Address:*

Address:*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Male or Female (Gender)

Relationship Status

Spouse Name

First NameLast Name

Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Your present occupation

How were you referred to us?*

Others:

MINISTRY CREDENTIALING HISTORY (If any)

Do you presently serve on the staff of a local church?

If on staff what is your ministry assignment?

Where do you attend church?

Name of Senior Pastor*

Pastor's Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number

Pastor's Email*

example@example.com

Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Please share your personal Testimony*

Please share your understanding of the foundation of theChristian faith (What do you believe?)*

Do you have any special skills or training that that may be useful in your service to Chaplains International, Inc.? If you answered yes please explain*

Is there anything in your past that might disqualify you from functioning as a CI chaplain?

If you answered yes to the above question, please explain.

Are you prepared to render services to individuals and communities in crisis without regard to financial consideration when necessary?

Are you now free from all sexual misconduct, and do you promise to keep yourself clean and chaste?

Are you prepared to render services to individuals and communities in crisis who may notbe of the same spiritual persuasion?

Do you have the ability to perform ministerial duties while following a command structure and organizational protocols?

Do you agree to maintain clergy confidentiality when deemed necessary?

Are you devoted to meeting the spiritual needs of all people regardless of race, gender,religious or political persuasion?

Are you careful to lift up Christ and him crucified, above your own name and reputation?

Do you agree to respect the ministerial office in which you are being commissioned andpromise to never to use that authority in ways that violate the rights and integrity of another human being, religiously, sexually or emotionally?

Please give the name of a Christian leader, who has known of your life and work for a than one year

First NameLast Name

Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number

Email

example@example.com

If you ever fall into immorality, do you agree to submit yourself for counseling for thepurpose of restoration by the leadership of Chaplains International?

Have you ever be convicted of a crime if so please explain

If you answered yes to the above question please explain

Have you ever been convicted of a crime involving a sexual nature if so please explain

If you answered yes to the above question please explain

Supporting Documents

Please upload a resume detailing your ministry and chaplaincy experience and copies of certificates, degrees, and letters of recommendation, if applicable. (Background Required-look for the link within 3-5 days)

Upload Resume / Word or PDF Format*

Browse Files

Upload Certificates /Word or PDF Format *

Browse Files

References

Please list three (3) references that are familiar to your:

1. Current or Former Pastor

2. Ministry work

3. Workplace Life

Reference 1 (Pastor)

Name:*

First NameLast Name

Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number

Years Known:*

How Does The Reference Know You as Member?*

Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry

Reference 2 (Spiritual Leader/Co-labor in Ministry)

Name:*

First NameLast Name

Name:*

First NameLast Name

Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number

Years Known:*

How Does The Reference Know Your Spiritual life?*

Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Reference 3 (Community/Workplace)

Name:*

First NameLast Name

Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number

Years Known:*

How Does The Reference Know Your Worklife?*

Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Acknowledgement

I hereby acknowledge that Chaplains International, Inc. Does not support or license individuals who are currently incarcerated serving a jail or prison sentence. I also understand that any activity deemed criminal will be a cause for suspension or termination from this organization.

I understand that Chaplains International is a conservative Christian based fellowship and teaches the doctrines of orthodox Christianity without compromise. I understand that Chaplains International. Inc. maintains the right to suspend or terminate ministerial
licensing for any reason that violates the Chaplains International, Inc. Code of Ethics, Statement of Faith and organizational by-laws. I affirm that I have read the Qualifications for License and Ordination, that this application contains no willful misrepresentations or falsifications, and that this information is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. All chaplains upon signing this form acknowledge and accept full responsibility for their actions in the performance of their duties, and release Chaplains International, Inc. from all harm and liability.

All ordination and associate applicants must complete the application process and submit a resume detailing their experience in the ministry and their educational experience. All applications will be submitted to the Commission of License and Ordination for review and final approval. If an applicant does not pass the application process, the applicant will be refunded the application fee.

PLEASE ALLOW 12-14 WEEKS FOR THE BOARD OF EXAMINERS TO REVIEW YOUR APPLICATION. ONCE APPROVED FOR COMMISSION, YOUR FILE WILL BE FORWARDED TO YOU. THIS PROCESS CAN PROLONG THE APPROVAL OF YOUR APPLICATION IF YOUR REFERENCES ARE NOT AVAILABLE WHEN CONTACTED.

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