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US Credentials


THIS APPLICATION IS ONLY TO BE USED BY PERSONS LIVING WITHIN THE UNITED STATES. FOR ANYONE LIVING OUTSIDE OF THE UNITED STATES INTERESTED IN MEMBERSHIP: CLICK HERE for Foreign Credential Info & Application

US Application & Requirements for MINISTERIAL CREDENTIALS

BEGINNING STATUS: CW-Christian Worker - MA-Ministerial Apprentice

ADVANCED PROFESSIONAL STATUS: LM-Licensed Minister - OM-Ordained Minister


Dear Friend in Christ,
Please prayerfully consider the benefits of joining AEGA.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR MEMBERSHIP-CREDENTIALS
Our credentials will help a person be recognized as a God called preacher, pastor, counselor, Chaplain, or teacher. All applications are carefully and prayerfully considered. All applicants will be sent a copy of the AEGA CONSTITUTION AND BY-LAWS for their review, prior to their telephone interview.


BENEFITS OF JOINING THE AEGA FELLOWSHIP

UPON BEING ACCEPTED AS A MEMBER OF THE AEGA, YOU WILL RECEIVE THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS:
(1) Free Yearly renewal (US members only); (2) Current Access to the AEGA Membership Worldwide (US members only, other countries have access to their own country membership); (3) AEGA Gold-plated Lapel Pin; (4) Monthly Newsletter ("Grapevine"); (5) Networking & Ministry Resources; (6) Spiritual Covering & Accountability; (7) International Prayer base (8) Mission Opportunities - Home & Foreign (9) Affordable Health Care Assistance (10) Minister Retirement Plan for qualified ministers (US members only) (11) Free Church Tax/Law Consulation (12) Establishment of long time biblical relationships with other men and women of like precious faith.

BENEFIT OF EDUCATION: AEGA provides accredited degree programs from Associate to Doctorate level through our Bible University & Seminary Division.

OVERSIGHT BENEFIT: AEGA has experienced Leadership in all areas of ministry. These men and women of God are available for counsel and prayer whether in the establishment of your ministry or personal spiritual growth. Presbytery provides special ceremony at the annual world conference and local meetings with Laying on of hands. They are ready to assist a church when seeking a pastor or other leaders in the church. They assist AEGA ministers seeking pastorate or other leadership position in affiliated churches. AEGA area, state, and national leadership are available to attend special church events upon invitation.

CHURCH LAW/TAX CONSULTANTS: AEGA has a qualified and experienced team ready to help you set up your church or ministry. They consult and assist new and established ministries/churches to make sure they are in compliance with IRS and state regulations. As a unique and valuable benefit, they are always available to AEGA members anytime at no charge.

BENEFIT OF FELLOWSHIP: AEGA provides an Annual World Conference held at the 79,000 sq. ft. Headquarter Facility in Monroe, Louisiana each June as well as regional and state meetings throughout the year. There are also youth, men and women Retreats held in the regions, states, and at the AEGA Headquarters Retreat Campground throughout the year.

INCARCERATED APPLICANTS (inmates): Due to legal and insurance constraints the AEGA will not receive applications for membership from incarcerated applicants (inmates) but we do however, recognize the call of God on their life and pray for success in their ministry.


BEGINNING MINISTERIAL STATUS

CHRISTIAN WORKER - This credential is granted to a person who feels called of God to work for Him in some field, such as Bible teacher, choir director, musician, street or jail service worker, or house to house visitation.

  • FIVE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE CHRISTIAN WORKER - (1) Having a call of God for service; (2) Must be 18 years of age; (3) Living a consistent Christian life; (4) Actively involved in a local church; and, (5) Agrees to faithfully support a offering of $20.00 per month to the AEGA General Fund.

MINISTERIAL APPRENTICE - This credential is granted to a person who feels called of God to work for Him in some specific field, such as Bible teacher, Chistian counselor, evangelist or pastor. This credential places a person under a local pastor's authority for a period of no less than 12 months to learn about ministry and accountability.

  • FIVE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE MINISTERIAL APPRENTICE - (1) Must have a calling of God for service; (2) Must be 20 years of age; (3) Living a consistent Christian life; (4) Has experienced baptism in the Holy Spirit (Acts 2:4) with the evidence of speaking in tongues (1 Cor. 12:4-10, 28); (5) Agrees to faithfully support a offering of $25.00 per month to the AEGA General Fund

ADVANCED (PROFESSIONAL) MINISTERIAL STATUS

LICENSED MINISTER - This credential is granted to a person who is considered a part-time or full-time minister. Having a license authorizes one to preach, perform holy matrimony, baptize, exhort, confirm, and practice any biblical and religious activity pertaining to the office of Minister of the Gospel, in accordance with respective ordinances of residence.

  • FOR REQUIREMENTS FOR LICENSE - (1) Must be 21 years of age; (2) Living a consistent Chrisitan life; (3) Has experienced baptism in the Holy Ghost (Acts 2:4) with the evidence of speaking in tongues (1 Cor. 12:4-10, 28); (4) Agrees to faithfully support with 1/2 (50%) of their personal tithe monthly to the AEGA General Fund.

ORDAINED MINISTER - This credential is granted to a person who is considered a part-time or full-time minister. He/she is certified and authorized to preach, perform holy matrimony, baptize, exhort, confirm, and practice and biblical and religious activity pertaining to the office of Ordained Minister in accordance with respective ordinances of residence.

  • FOUR REQUIREMENTS FOR ORDINATION - (1) Must be 22 years of age; (2) Living a consistent Christian life; (3) Has experienced baptism in the Holy Ghost (Acts 2:4) with the evidence of speaking in tongues (1 Cor. 12:4-10, 28); (4) agrees to faithfully support with 1/2 (50%) of their personal tithe monthly to the AEGA General Fund.

*Every applicant and Approved Member must be faithful and continue to be faithful to a local Church (fellowship).

 
 
 
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