Ordination Requirements

The Church of the Nazarene has always believed that a call to ministry is a call to preparation.  To that end, there are many people along the path to ordination who will help you prepare for ordained ministry in the Church of the Nazarene.  There are also a number of resources available to help you understand the process.

The Candidate's Guide for the Ministerial Journey is a detailed look at the steps to ordination, which include:

• The Local Minister's Licence
• The District Ministerial Studies Board
• The District License
• The District Ministerial Credentials Board
• Renewal of the District Minister's License
• The District Assembly/Ordination

Please download the complete Candidate's Guide for more detailed information on each of these steps (and more).

Also, the  Handbook for Christian Ministries will help you in your preparation for ordination, giving a detailed examination of each stage in ministry, from the initial call to the lifelong journey of learning.  The entire Handbook is also available for download.

You can also find a great deal of information at www.nazarenepastor.org, including Frequently Asked Questions, a detailed look at ordination and different types of ministry, educational requirements, and much more.

Finally, if you have any further questions about the ordination process, please don't hesitate to contact us.