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IT'S TIME TO PURSUE YOUR CALLING
At North Texas Assemblies of God, we are all about you and your ministry calling. By answering this call, you step into a path that God has laid out for you, filled with potential for growth, spiritual depth, and the chance to lead others towards a closer relationship with Christ.
That's why we've streamlined the process of becoming a credentialed minister to support your journey from the start. From detailed guidance on the application process to comprehensive resources for exam preparation, we are here to empower your ministry's success.
Our team is here to make sure that every candidate receives the support needed to fulfill their God-given potential.
We can’t wait to hear from you!
From
Gregg Headley,
NTAG Secretary/Treasurer
Hear from Our Credentialed Ministers
Dr. Randy Sharidan
Mildred DeJesus
Todd Barham
Your Steps to Apply
1: Credentialing Pre-Application Form
Our team will work with you to establish your eligibility and readiness to apply. This step includes basic information about you as the applicant, marriage status, education, and applicable ministry experience. Click on the applicable link below to fill out the Pre-Application Form. Once we receive your completed pre-app, a member of our team will be in contact with you.
Wondering if you qualify? Check out our resources to see the basic qualifications.
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2: Credential Application & Fee
Once eligibility and readiness to apply have been established, the full credential application, payment link, and full application instructions will be emailed to you.
Credential application fees are as follows:
- Certified $115
- Licensed $120
- Ordained $125
- Reinstatement $200
Once you have completed the full credential application, a member of our team will be in contact with you to follow up with you about your remaining steps.
3: Credential Exams
After the application, application fee, and all your reference forms have been received along with a satisfactory background check, you will schedule the credential exams with your presbyter.
Credential exams are available in English and Spanish. Inform your presbyter of your language preference.
4: Credential Interview
After successful completion of the credential exams, you’ll schedule your credential interview with your presbyter.
With the recommendation of your presbyter and review of all documents by the NTAG Secretary Treasurer Office, your application will be sent to General Council for final review.
5: Credential Review & Recognition
Upon approval from General Council, we’ll notify you and present you with your Assemblies of God Fellowship Card and Certificate.
Newly Certified, Licensed, and Ordained Ministers are recognized in the fall at the
LEAD One Day
event in your region. Newly Ordained Ministers are also recognized in June at our
LEAD Conference.
Essential Information
Explore key information necessary to navigate your path towards becoming a credentialed minister, all in one place.
On our credential information page, you'll find:
- Basic Qualifications
- Credential Levels & Qualifications
- Education Requirements
- Constitution & Bylaws
- Information on Marriage Status
- Financial Responsibilities
- Credential Renewal & Reinstatements
- Exam Study Guides
