Practice Test for Credentialing Draft
The 3 Levels of Credentials
The Assemblies of God offers three different levels of credentials to those who are called of God into a life of ministry and service.
CERTIFICATE OF MINISTRY
This level is for efficient helpers in gospel work who devote a part of their time to Christian service. They shall show promise of usefulness in the gospel work. They shall devote a part of their time to Christian ministry and, at the discretion of the district credentials committees, remain under the supervision of a pastor or a designated supervisor. They shall be actively engaged in some aspect of ministry.
LICENSE
This level is for those who have demonstrated that they have met the qualification for license. This includes a clear evidence of a divine call, character and preparation suitable for that calling, practical ministry experience, and an evident purpose to devote one’s life in service to the proclamation of the gospel.
ORDINATION
This level is for those who give proof of their call and whose mature ministry qualifies them for a wide range of leadership responsibilities in full-time gospel ministries. Applicants must be at least 23 years of age, have held a ministries license, and have been engaged in active work as a pastor, evangelist, or some other recognized and proven full-time ministry for 2 full consecutive years immediately prior to ordination. No exams required.
Exams Required: No Additional Testing Required
Exams Required: Polity/AG History Exam
Exams Required: No Additional Testing Required
