It is God who gives us our callings, that is a matter between you and God. All any human can do is recognize your minister calling, by recording your ordination. This recording is what makes your ordination legal, in the eyes of the government and society. Society demands to see ones proof of qualifications in the form of Certificates, Licenses, and or Degree. We enable the believer by legally issuing Credentials of Ordination as that proof.

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How Long is my ordination

     Your ordination is for life, however to keep in good standing with TCOLW you must renew your Letter Of Good Standing and ID card once a year on or before the anniversary of your ordination if you intend to perform marriages in your State.
Most States require proof that one has been ordained by a Church before they will register you as a Minister licensed to perform marriages in the State you reside.
(NOTE: Expired Letters of Good Standing and ID cards do NOT mean your membership or issued ordination certificate has expired, it just means these two optional documents expired and need to be renewed IF necessary for your ministry needs).

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Can Ministers Ordained Online Officiate Marriages?

     Yes, your ordination makes you equal with any other Minister. Most states have enacted certain laws governing marriage, such as age of consent, blood tests, details about filing the marriage certificate, etc.
As an independent ordained Christian Minister you are legally responsible for following the local laws and requirements to perform marriages, Usually a visit to the local Court Clerk will be helpful in this matter

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Are Ordained Ministers Tax Exemption?

     Being a minister or member of this ministry does not mean you are now a non-profit entity. You have to file the paperwork and meet IRS requirements. It is recommended that you seek qualified legal or tax advice for additional information regarding this matter

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What is the cost of your ordination program?

     ITS FREE! The email Letter of Ordination that is sent to you is legal proof of your ordination. Some Newly ordained minsters do want Credentials that they can display on their home or office walls. We provide them for a donation. This is the only way we could manage the costs to provide this service.

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How are you supported?

     Our ministry is supported by donation gifts freely given by those who are dedicated to the work of this ministry. These donations are made through obtaining course certificates, ordination credentials, and Love offerings. These donations are used to support out ministry in Pakistan, our tape ministry, and our two weekly Church services that we hold at two Nursing Home.

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Training or seminary?

     Before ordination we require all clergy applicants to complete an online Bible Study course, with a passing grade of 70 percent. In the future we will offer more advanced studies and training.

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Are Titles issued?

     Minister, Pastor, Bishop, Evangelist, Brother, or no title at all. When applying for credentials please state what title you want on your credentials.

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Is Online Ordination recognized as by other ministers?

     Did Jesus call twelve seminary professors to be his disciples? No, he called and ordained ordinary people! The State you reside in will recognize you as a Legally ordained Minister, and we here at TCOLW and all its members will recognize you. Most importantly you will be recognized as a minister [servant] of God by all you Minister to. If what is important to you is being recognized by someone as a Minister of God by a piece of paper and not by your service, then please do not apply with us for ordination.

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Are your ordinations strictly Christian?

     Yes! We only ordain sincere persons having a God calling, and all applicants are screened, and must take the FREE online Ordination training.

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Can you contact me by phone

     Because of my hearing impearment on the telephone I do not take phone calls personally. I would prefer that you get hold of me by email. This really is the better way. I will usually get back to you the same day and normally within an hour or two.

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Ordination in other Countries

     Those that are seeking Ordination that live in other Countries are responcible for checking out their own Countries laws pertaining to the Clergy.

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