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 MINISTRY CREDENTIALS

Our Purpose

The calling of God upon an individual into the Ministry of HIS Gospel is of the greatest importance in that person's life, second only to one's personal salvation by faith in Christ Jesus our Lord! Therefore we undertake the consideration of granting ministerial credentials prayerfully, being guided by the Holy Spirit as to who shall or shall not be granted credentials by New Life Christian Fellowship International, Inc.

It is the purpose of NLCFI to equip and establish ministers of moral integrity and character as well as the ability to accurately preach the Gospel. Your faithfulness in financial matters becomes a track record of your character.

Your Purpose

By applying for ministerial credentials with our Fellowship, you are agreeing that your purpose for doing so is to first and foremost endeavor to glorify God in all that you undertake, exalting Jesus Christ as Lord, proclaiming and promoting God's Good News of Salvation by faith in our Lord Jesus Christ!

Your application to us is also understood to be your commitment to become an active, participating member of New Life Christian Fellowship International and as such will provide your faithful spiritual and financial support for the free flowing performance of our Fellowship.

Constitution and By Laws

You are invited and encouraged to read our Constitution and By Laws which will answer any questions you may have about the mission, purposes, goals and structure of New Life Christian Fellowship International.

To obtain a copy of the NLCFI Constitution and By Laws, please make your request by email to Dr. Len Meyers  and please use "CONSTITUTION" in the Subject Line.

 APPLICATION PROCEDURES

First, please read the descriptions of the credentials below to determine which one you should apply for.

Then to receive an application package, please complete our registration for application, being certain to indicate the level of credentials you are applying for.  Upon our receipt of your registration, we will email the appropriate Credentials Application Package to you in PDF format.

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IF for some reason you do not receive an application package in a timely manner, please contact our President by email.

ORDINATION: 

  • Men and women 20 years of age or older, who have met the necessary requirements may be ordained. A prescribed study course and ministerial experience will be considered in the application.
  • Application Fee: $75.00.
  • Annual Renewal:
    If the Credential holder has been faithful in paying his/her tithes or the $25.00 monthly fee, whichever is greater, there will be no renewal fee. If the tithe or fee is not paid for the year, then this must be made up to the specified amount plus and additional 20% of the specified amount, as a renewal fee.

LICENSE TO PREACH:  

  • One who evidences a "Call to Preach" and is in the work of the Lord and who purposes to give himself to the call of the ministry, may be considered for a certificate of LICENSE TO PREACH.
  • Application Fee: $50.00.
  • Annual Renewal: If the Credential holder has been faithful in paying his/her tithes or the $20.00 monthly fee, whichever is greater, there will be no renewal fee. If the tithe or fee is not paid for the year, then this must be made up to the specified amount plus and additional 20% of the specified amount.

CHRISTIAN WORKERS CERTIFICATE:  

  • For those wanting to begin ministry, or have a ministry in hospitals, prison, etc., and need some identification,  application may be made for a Christian Worker Certificate. 
  • Application Fee: $25.00. 
  • Annual Renewal:  If the Credential holder has been faithful in paying his/her tithes or the $10.00 monthly fee, whichever is greater,  there will be no renewal fee. If the tithe or fee is not paid for the year, then this must be made up to the specified amount plus and additional 20% of the specified amount.