Join FMI

We have two levels of membership at FMI, a ministerial license and an ordination certificate. Each requires an application and a thorough pastoral recommendation. Transfering your license or ordination is also an option. Costs involved include a one-time application fee of $50 and yearly dues of $50 for a ministerial license and $100 for an ordination certificate. We understand God’s calling in people’s lives to be of utmost importance. Understanding your calling, the timing of God in your life, and the need to surround yourself with those who have matured in their calling are all vital to your maturation in the ministry. Please consider your calling by spending a season of fasting and prayer and seeking wisdom from the Christian leaders you are serving with. When you are ready, click the “Apply for Membership” button below to fill out the application for one of the three levels below and we will discuss the next steps. We are praying that you will hear the wisdom and direction of our Lord as you serve Him!

Ministerial License

A Ministerial License shall be granted to those who have demonstrated both a calling and an ability to minister, giving evidence of being actively engaged in ministry and having purposed themselves wholly to the sharing of the Gospel. Video links of the applicant ministering may be required. Those who desire to be licensed but are new to ministry leadership can start the process under the guidance of a local pastoral overseer, in which case, a certificate may be granted over time. In either case, please click the “Apply for Membership” icon below to begin the process.

Ordination Certificate

The Ordination Certificate distinguishes one that is consecrated or set apart for the work of the ministry. Ordination may be granted to those with recognized and proven public ministries, demonstrating maturity in character and attitude, being sound in doctrine and Biblical knowledge. Pastoral recommendation and videos of the applicant sharing are required. Please click the “Apply for Membership” icon below to begin the process.

Recognition of Ordination

This category of membership is for applicant’s presently ordained elsewhere, who desire membership with FMI. To apply, you must have current credentials in good standing from a recognized denomination, ministerial group or conference. You are not required by FMI to give up the credentials you have with other organizations. To have your ordination recognized, and become an FMI Member, you must submit a completed Membership Application. Begin by clicking the “Apply for Membership” icon below.

Costs to Join FMI

We keep our fees to participate with FMI very minimal so that you can stay focused on family and ministry. It’s only $50 to apply and yearly dues for 2025 are $50 for ministerial licensing, and $100 for ordination. We offer 50% discounts for those ages 65 and older (licensing $25/ordination $50).

Application Checklist

Thank you for your interest in joining FMI. Please carefully read our core beliefs on the “We Believe” page. Scripture charges us to dwell together in unity and while there may be some non-essential doctrines we may differ on, it’s important that we walk together on the essentials. It is also important that, your pastor and spouse (if married) are in full agreement for you to pursue a ministerial license or ordination. In some case, both spouses may consider applying together. Make sure you have all the items on the following checklist then click the “Apply for Membership” button below to complete the application form. The form is extensive so be prepared to spend an hour or so completing it. 

The following is a checklist of the items you will need to upload on the form and process your application. Please gather these things before applying. All uploaded files must be a .pdf, .jpg or .png file and less than 5MB each. Please also click the “Payment Portal” to pay your $50 application fee. Items needed:

  • Carefully review FMI Core Beliefs from the “We Believe” page and be prepared to answer questions about some of these doctrines

  • Acknowledgment that (If married), you and your spouse are in harmony with joining FMI

  • A letter of recommendation from your current Pastor (we will be communicating with your pastor regarding your application and experience)

  • If you are a Lead Pastor, provide a recommendation from another pastor who you have worked with recently

  • A personal picture of yourself (if single), or your immediate family (if you are married)

  • Family, work, ministry, and education history details

  • If you already have credentials (license or ordination), be prepared to upload a copy of your certificate, letter, or card

  • We use Google Forms for our application so please make sure you have a free Google account (gmail email) to begin the form

We will not be able to process your application until the fee is paid and the form is complete including all of the necessary uploaded files. Upon receipt of your application and the necessary requirements, we will be in contact with you to schedule an interview with one of our leadership team members. If you have any questions, please  do not hesitate to contact us using the email button at the bottom of each page on this site.  

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