In an effort to simplify the ordination process, we have created a list of all links in the Ordination Guidelines document below. Please read through the document before using this section.
The application form is the first step in the process. To access it, go here or scroll to the "Ordination Application for New Ordinants" section on this page.
A place to take the required Baptist polity and pastoral ethics course. https://ccl.abhms.org/
A comprehensive career and candidacy assessment program sponsored by an ABC related Career Development Center. https://www.midwestministrydev.org/candidate-assessment/
An acknowledgement of our covenant and code of ethics. Must be read and signed. https://www.ministerscouncil.com/resources/covenant.php/
The Oxford Management Company is recommended (www.oxforddoc.com).
Applicants who wish to use their para/professional experience as an exception to educational requirements must read page 3 of this document to ensure the requirements are met.
This document contains the most recent ordination guidelines for the Evergreen Region.
This is the most recent ordination reinstatement application for those whose ordinations were revoked.
This is the most recent ordination application for the Evergreen Association.
If your ordination was granted by a non ABC church, this is the most recent application for recognition of that ordination.
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Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 1044, Kent, WA 98035-1044
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