Ordination Candidate Application
General Information
The information requested in this application and obtained during the credentialing process will be used only by administrators and leaders within the Curian Network (formerly the Open Table Netowrk) who have been designated to take part in your credentialing journey. Your information will be protected and never disclosed to anyone without your consent. By providing your personal information, you are consenting to the Curian Network contacting the references provided and to completing a background check through BackgroundChecks.com.
Why Credentialing
Credentialing is both the recognition of your call to ministry by other Christians and a legal endorsement of your ministry by an endorsing body or, in other words, a Christian Denomination. Ministerial credentials are required by many states in order to perform wedding ceremonies and funerals and enter prisons and jails.Applying for ministerial credentials means that you are seeking recognition and legal endorsement by the Curian Network. It also indicates that you are, and will continue to be, a spiritual leader within the community of like-minded churches in the Curian Network community. The Curian Network believes that all spiritual leaders should be expected to live an exemplary Christian life in all aspects.Therefore, Curian Network leaders and pastors should:• Have and maintain a vibrant and healthy spiritual life that demonstrates an ongoing commitment to following Jesus.• Make Christ-like lifestyle choices.• Understand and cultivate your spiritual gifts and abilities.• Endeavor to live in alignment with our cultural values and theological paradigm.• Affirm the CurianNetwork Statement of Faith and Core Values found in the Guidebook.
License Level Applying for:
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Licensed Minister
Ordained Minister
Licensed/Endorsed Chaplain
Personal Information
Full Name
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First Name
Last Name
Place of Birth
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Date of Birth
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2 digit month, 2 digit day, 4 digit year
Date
Email Address
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example@example.com
Phone Number
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Please enter a valid phone number.
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Address
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Street Address
Street Address Line 2
City
State / Province
Postal / Zip Code
Current Marital Status:
Married
Single
Divorced
Widowed
Other
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References
Please provide as references the names and contact information of two individuals. Provide one credentialed minister contact and one individual who is not a part of your current faith community.
Reference 1 Name
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Reference 1 Email Address
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example@example.com
What is your relationship to this person?
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Minister
Friend
Co-Worker
Other
How long have you known this person? (Example - 3 years, 6 months)
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Reference 2 Name
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Reference 2 Email Address
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example@example.com
What is your relationship to this person?
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Minister
Friend
Co-Worker
Other
How long have you known this person? (Example - 3 years, 6 months)
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Education
Undergraduate Degree School Name:
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Degree Program
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Year Graduated (Actual or Anticipated)
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Graduate Degree School Name:
Degree Program
Year Graduated (Actual or Anticipated)
Other Graduate Degree or Program School Name:
Program Name
Year Graduated (Actual or Anticipated)
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Ministerial Experience
Please list your two to three most recent professional or volunteer ministry positions
Church or Organization
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Position
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From Date
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To Date
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Church or Organization
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Position
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From Date
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2 digit month, 2 digit day, 4 digit year
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To Date
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2 digit month, 2 digit day, 4 digit year
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Church or Organization
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To Date
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Payment and Submission
Thank you for completing the application questionnaire for joining the Curian Network as a minister. The first year of membership costs $199 and includes a $100 non-refundable application fee. This covers the cost of a full background check, ministerial certificate, and administrative time for a credentialing interview and reference checks.Annual renewal of membership dues is $99, renewable on your anniversary date. This covers administrative overhead and membership cards sent out yearly. To pay application fee and submit your application, use the form below and select "Submit Application" below.
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Curian Network Ordination Fees
$199.00
$
199.00
for the
first year
then,
$99.00
$
99.00
for each
year
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