We recognize the following categories of Credentials for Christian workers:
Ordained:
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Pastor
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Evangelist
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Missionary
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Worship Pastor
Licensed:
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Pastor
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Evangelist
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Missionary
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Worship Pastor
Lay:
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Preacher
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Worship Pastor
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Evangelist
Requirements
To be ordained as a Pastor with The Evangelical Association, an individual must complete the
following:
- a minimum of 4 years of seminary training leading to an acknowledged degree;
- significant ministry experience;
- successful completion of a tiered, detailed interview process with the EA Council;
- a commitment to the statement of Faith of the EA; and
- attendance at an ordination service where an oath is sworn and the individual is ordained into ministry.
- EA membership is qualified for Ontario residents only.
The following documents are Required:
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A completed application form along with complete payment of an application fee of $75.00;
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Four written references letters (with a church letterhead with their address and Phone numbers, with two being from pastors);
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Your written personal testimony; and
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Copy of your academic records together with transcripts.