Ministry Chaplain
🕊️ Ministry Chaplain Recognition & Commissioning Program
Are You Called to Serve as a Ministry Chaplain?
Do you feel called to bring spiritual care, biblical guidance, and emotional support to people in hospitals, community organizations, shelters, care facilities, or through church outreach? The Ministry Chaplain Ordination Program is designed to prepare Christians like you for volunteer or part-time chaplaincy roles—either independently or alongside a career chaplain.
This program combines ministry skills training and college-level coursework to equip you with everything needed for credible, compassionate chaplaincy in a variety of settings.
📘 What You’ll Learn
As a Ministry Chaplain, you’ll be prepared to serve others during some of life’s most difficult and meaningful moments. This program equips you to:
Officiate ceremonies like weddings, funerals, baptisms, and dedications
Provide pastoral support through visits and counseling
Guide others in confession, forgiveness, and spiritual renewal
Lead sacred functions like the Lord’s Supper and anointing ceremonies
Be available for spiritual warfare prayers and pastoral emergencies
Support and partner with career chaplains or church staff
✅ Steps to Become a Ministry Chaplain
Step 1: Complete the Required Coursework
Finish all ministry and academic training modules that meet the chaplaincy standards.
Step 2: Complete a Level Two Endorsement
Secure two recommendations from people who affirm your calling, character, and readiness for chaplaincy.
Step 3: Update Your CLI Profile
Share your story, vision, and heart for chaplaincy.
Step 4: Submit Your Story for Publication (Optional)
Share your testimony to inspire others and help expand awareness of this free, generosity-driven program.
Step 5: Order Your Ministry Chaplain Credentials
Once you've completed the program, request your official Ministry Chaplain documents and recognition package.
Step 6: Participate in a Commissioning Service (Optional)
Celebrate your new calling through a church or ministry commissioning event.
🎓 Recognition & Clergy Status
Once you complete the program:
You will be recognized as an Ordained Licensed Minister and Ministry Chaplain
Your profile will be published on the Christian Leaders Alliance website
You will be listed in the official clergy directory, which can be referenced by government, organizations, and ministry partners
💼 What You’ll Be Commissioned to Do
As a Ministry Chaplain, you will be trained and authorized to serve in roles such as:
💍 Weddings
💧 Baptisms & Dedications
⚰️ Funerals & Memorials
🍞 The Lord’s Supper
✝ Professions of Faith
💬 Confessions of Sin
🙏 Forgiveness Prayers
🛐 Anointing Ceremonies
🏥 Care Facility Visits
🛡️ Spiritual Warfare Prayers
🧭 Ongoing Pastoral Support & Outreach
This program ensures that you are fully equipped to provide pastoral care, spiritual guidance, and leadership in both church and community settings.
Ministry Chaplain
Requires a 2.00 GPA and to
complete the following :

9 courses required
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Multiplying Christian Leaders (1 Module)
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Wedding Officiant Skills (1 Module)
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Christian Basics: Introduction to Christian Doctrine (3 Units)
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Ministry Sciences and Communications (3 Units)
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Introduction to Chaplaincy (3 Units)
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Influence Smart (1 Unit)
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Funeral Officiant Skills (2 Modules)
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Romance Officiant Skills (2 Modules)
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Licensed Chaplain Minister Recognition Class (0 Modules)