License and Ordination
Generally called the “Certificate of License for the Gospel Ministry” or the “License to Preach” it is an initial step in the path to full ordination. A License is a way for the local church to give recognition, authorization and affirmation of a person’s gifts and skills for ministry. Ordination is the final step and it authorizes the minister to perform church rites and sacraments, such as baptisms, legal marriages and funerals. Ordination is appropriate for those who have a substantial preaching/teaching ministry in a church, ecumenical church, mission agency, or educational institution.