United Assemblies of Christ International

"So we, being many, are one body in Christ, and every one members one of another. Having then gifts differing according to the grace that is given to us, whether prophecy, let us prophesy according to the proportion of faith; Or ministry, let us wait on our ministering: or he that teacheth, on teaching: Or he that exhorteth, on exhortation: he that giveth, let him do it with simplicity; he that ruleth, with diligence; he that sheweth mercy, with cheerfullness." Romans 12:5-8 KJV

The United Assemblies of Christ International is an international fellowship of churches, ministries and ministers that adhere to, practice and profess the Christian faith. We are one of the fastest growing fellowships, with members, churches and ministers throughout the Continental United States and abroad. Our goal, mission and ministry is to bring the people of God to the knowledge and love of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. We actively seek those who are willing to answer the divine calling in Christ and become witnesses to the world of the true doctrines as Christ taught, and effectual working of the Holy Ghost with signs and wonders.

United Assemblies of Christ International offers those men and women who qualify the opportunity to gain their Ministerial Credentials, education and training on several levels. We acknowledge all five levels of the Five-Fold Ministry (Apostles, Prophets, Evangelists, Pastors and Teachers). Additionally, we observe the calling and ministration of Exhorters, Missionaries, Ministers, Elders, Overseers and Bishops.

Credentials are issued annually and expire on the 31st of December each year.

To submit an official Annual Credentials Application [click here].

Credentials issued through United Assemblies of Christ International requires the bearer thereof to adhere to the Ministerial Code of Ethics, as well as to operate within the parameters of the Constitution and By-Laws of the United Assemblies of Christ International.

The requirements for all applicants for Ministerial Credentials issued by the United Assemblies of Christ International are as follows:

Requirements:

Must be a fully baptized member of an affiliated Church or Ministry in fellowship with UACI

Must be baptized with the Holy Ghost

Must attend UACI Annual Convocation

Must support the mission and ministry of UACI with monthly financial offerings

Must complete the course of study prescribed for level of ministry credentialed

Must support UACI with monthly offering

The rights, responsibilities and privileges of all UACI credentialed Ministers are as follows:

Responsibilities & Duties:

May preach and teach the Gospel of Jesus Christ

May conduct Sunday School programs

May conduct Bible Studies and Evangelistic Revivals and Tent Meetings

May administer the ordinance of Baptism

May solemnize marriages (Ordained Ministers only)

May perform all of the duties incumbent upon licensed/ordained Ministers

In recognition of the level of ministry and integrity we are duty bound to perform, United Assemblies of Christ International recognizes, endorses and issues the following types of Ministerial Credentials:

Exhorter's License: this credential is geared towards those with little or no ministerial experience This License is issued to those who are entering ministry and are setting out on their journey of education and preparation. An Exhorter is charged with the ministry of edification, encouragement and stirring up the saints, as well as warning and (scriptural) rebuke. This License is issued only through UACI, and is valid for a period of one (1) year. Annual renewal of this type of credential is mandatory, and the bearer thereof is required to complete a Diploma Program in Biblical Studies through Covenant Bible College & Seminary (or an approved institution) before he/she may become eligible for Ministerial Licensing. An Exhorter is placed under the watch care and supervision of a qualified and commissioned Pastor or Bishop, for training and evaluation. Exhorters upon completion of the requisite course of study shall be deemed eligible for advancement and apply for Ministerial Licensing. Exhorters must maintain their status for a minimum of six (6) months to one (1) year. To submit an official Annual Credentials Application [click here].

Ministerial License: this credential is geared towards those with a definite calling to the work of the Ministry For those men and women of God who express a definite call to the work of the Ministry through preaching and teaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ and are preparing for full Ordination to the Ministry, the Ministerial License is available. For those who desire to transfer membership from another reformation, a Letter of Dismissal along with their current Ministerial Credential must be submitted. Licensed Ministers must complete the Associate of Biblical Studies program administered by Covenant Bible College & Seminary (or an approved institution). They shall be placed under the watch care and supervision of a qualified and commissioned Pastor or Bishop, and will retain Licensed status for a minimum of one (1) year before becoming eligible for Ministerial Ordination. To submit an official Annual Credentials Application [click here].

Ministerial Ordination: For those men and women of God who express a definite and proven call to the work of the Ministry through preaching and teaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ, Ministerial Ordination is available. For those who desire to transfer membership from another reformation, a Letter of Dismissal along with their current Ministerial Credential must be submitted. Ordained Ministers must complete a minimum of a Bachelors Degree Program through Covenant Bible College & Seminary (or an approved institution) before they receive ordination via the Laying on of Hands. They shall be placed under the watch care and supervision of a qualified Bishop. To submit an official Annual Credentials Application [click here].

Bishops Credentials: Duly consecrated Bishops of independent Reformations within the Christian Faith and Order are welcome to unite with UACI as an Auxiliary Bishop. Auxiliary Bishops are required to submit proof of valid Episcopal Consecration, and support UACI through mutual fellowship and cooperation. To download an Application for Episcopal Consecration [click here]