Field Minister


🌾 Lay/Field Minister Ordination Program

Are You an Active Christian Called to Minister in Your Community?

Do you feel led to serve as a local church leader, elder, deacon, or layperson answering the call to ministry?
Are you looking for a structured, biblically grounded ordination program that gives you recognized clergy status—without taking years to complete?

The Lay/Field Minister Ordination Program is designed for active Christians who are already involved in ministry and want to grow in confidence, skill, and recognition.

🎓 Why “Field Minister”?

This title reflects a biblical view of ministry. While many church traditions use the term “Lay Minister,” we use “Field Minister” to emphasize that all ministers are part of the clergy—not just the full-time or professional ones.

You may still choose to be listed as a Lay Minister in your local setting, especially if that term fits your church culture.

📘 What You’ll Learn

This study-based ordination program offers focused, flexible training and can be completed in 2 to 4 months of part-time study—sometimes even sooner.

Key Highlights:

  • Learn to lead, teach, and serve as a minister in your local setting

  • Receive training to officiate weddings through the included Christian Wedding Officiant course

  • Choose to specialize in ministry areas that match your calling (youth, care, prayer, romance, etc.)

  • Grow your leadership impact in your church or outreach mission

✅ Steps to Become a Lay/Field Minister

  1. Learn About the Role
    Understand what it means to be a Field Minister—serving faithfully as a volunteer leader in your community.

  2. Complete the Course Requirements

    Officiant Skills course.

  3. Secure a Level One Endorsement
    Submit one recommendation from someone who knows your walk with God and your ministry readiness.

  4. Update Your Student Profile
    Share your story and express your calling in the CLI system.
    👉 Click here to update your profile »

  5. Get Credit for Completion

  6. Order Your Credentials
    You’ll receive your official Lay/Field Minister recognition package, which includes documents that commend your ordination.

  7. Be Commissioned Locally
    Celebrate your ordination through a local commissioning service at your church or ministry. Share your story with others to inspire their walk.

🌟 What You’ll Gain

  • ✅ Official clergy recognition with Christian Leaders Alliance

  • ✅ Confidence to serve as a church leader, volunteer pastor, or ministry coordinator

  • ✅ Practical ministry training that fits your schedule and your calling

  • ✅ A pathway toward advanced ordination, such as becoming a Licensed or Ordained Minister


Required Courses (6 CLI Modules and 3 Units)



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