SOUTHERN MISSOURI MINISTRY NETWORK

NEW CREDENTIAL INQUIRY

IMPORTANT NOTE

ACCEPTANCE OF NEW CREDENTIAL APPLICATIONS WILL BE ON HOLD FROM

NOVEMBER 2, 2023 -JANUARY 14, 2024


All requests for applications during this period of time will be responded to January 15, 2024

and will be included in the June 2024 interview process.


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NEW APPLICANTS ONLY FOLLOW THE BELOW STEPS.



ALL OTHER APPLICANTS TO UPGRADE TO LICENSE/ORDINATION- contact [email protected] to request an application.

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Step One: Preliminary Questionnaire


Fill out the questionnaire with some pertinent questions to assist in our process. Click below.

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Step Two: Transcripts


Please email a copy of your transcripts to [email protected]

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Step Three: Application


After we have evaluated your transcripts and reviewed your Preliminary Questionnaire, we will send you a link via Docusign to fill out the credential application.

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Step Four: Pay Application Fee


Visit our website to pay by credit card the $100 new application fee. Select "Appl/Late Fee" in drop down box. Applications will not be processed until payment is received.


Upgrade to License fee is $100, and Reinstatement fee is $125.

Next Steps:

  • An email from office will be sent with your Area Presbyter's contact information to schedule a pre-interview.
  • An email from office will be sent with Study Guides for the credential exams.

Certified- Bible & Doctrine

New License-Bible, Doctrine & Polity

  • Schedule a time to take the online exams with your Area Presbyter. (after exam link set up by office)
  • Passing exam scores of 70% or higher will be scheduled for an interview.
  • Attend orientation & interview.
  • If approved, application is sent to National Office for final approval. (May take 2-3 weeks)


Certified Level credentials are interviewed with Area Presbyters and will not be recognized at Network Councils.

Licensed Level credentials are interviewed 3 times a year at the Network Office (January, June, & August) and will be recognized at Network Council.