MID Ordination Application

Section 1: Candidate Details
Include your personal details in this section. This will update your official UCC person record.
Name*
Please enter your legal name as it displays on official documents. If your name has changed, please enter your name as it is today.
First Middle Last
Preferred Name
For example, if you use your middle name in lieu of your first name, or a different version of your first name, or a different name altogether. If not, leave blank.
Is this a different name than you've used in a prior application?*
- Yes
- No
Previous Name*
First Middle Last
Email*
Do you have any updates you need to make to your contact or demographic details?*
- Yes
- No
Home Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code
Home Phone
Leave BLANK if none
Cell Phone
Leave BLANK if none
Gender Identity*
Racial Identity*
Check all that apply
- African American/Black
- Asian
- Latinx
- Native American/Indigenous
- Pacific Islander
- White
- Decline to Disclose

Section 2: Local Church Attestation
Include information regarding your Local Church of membership in NCNC-UCC. Direct verification of membership by the Moderator/President of your Local Church and affirmation of your application by your Pastor will be requested. Make sure you have the email addresses for both the Moderator/President and your Pastor correct on this form, as they will receive an email invitation from us to provide their documentation.
Local Church of Membership*
Pastor's Name*
First Last
Pastor's Email Address*
Moderator or President's Name*
First Last
Moderator or President's Email Address*

Section 3: Application for Recommendation for Ordination
In this section you will reflect on your call to ministry specifically in the United Church of Christ. You will provide names and contact information for references, as well as document specific milestones in your discernment process.
Do you have an ordination paper or link to a portfolio?*
- Ordination paper
- Link to portfolio
Upload your ordination paper in PDF format*
Accepted file types: pdf, Max. file size: 10 MB.
Link to portfolio*
For your sermon, do you have:*
- A PDF file to upload
- A link to a recording
Upload your sermon in PDF format*
Max. file size: 64 MB.
Link to recording of sermon*
Are you demonstrating educational attainment by:*
- Master of Divinity from accredited seminary
- Other course of study
Upload a transcript that demonstrates your graduation or upcoming graduation*
Max. file size: 64 MB.
Upload relevant documents substantiating your completion of the prescribed course of study*
No more than 5 files may be submitted. Consolidate documents into a single PDF file prior to uploading, if possible.
Drop files here or

Max. file size: 64 MB.

Section 6: Search & Call
In this section, you will demonstrate your readiness for engaging in Search & Call, including any specific preparation for specialized ministry.
Upload draft Ministerial Profile*
Max. file size: 64 MB.
Are you familiar with Ministry Opportunities ("Opps")?*
- Yes
- Yes, but I feel called to specialized ministry
- No
Where are you in the process of seeking an ordainable call?*

Section 7: Personal Disclosures
Information obtained in this section will be used to verify your background and confirm your eligibility to be received as a Member in Discernment with this Conference.
In the past year:*
- I have not been the subject of any official review of my conduct as a student in an educational program
- I have not been the subject of any official disciplinary proceedings that resulted in disciplinary action by any professional organization, credentialing body, or guild
- I have not had my driving license suspended or revoked
- I have not been found guilty or pleaded guilty or no contest to any criminal charges (excluding acts of civil disobedience)
- My employment has not been terminated because I attempted or actually engaged in sexual discrimination, harassment, exploitation, or misconduct; physical abuse; child abuse; or financial misconduct
- I have not terminated my employment or professional credentials in order to avoid facing or to avoid being terminated because of charges of actual or attempted sexual discrimination, harassment, exploitation, or misconduct; physical abuse; child abuse; or financial misconduct
- No civil lawsuit alleging that I attempted or actually engaged in sexual discrimination, harassment, exploitation, or misconduct; physical abuse; child abuse; or financial misconduct has been filed against me
- No material change has occurred that would warrant reviewing my criminal records again
- There are no additional facts or circumstances involving me or my background that would warrant further review before my being entrusted with the responsibilities of ministry on behalf of a calling body of the United Church of Christ
Commentary on any above item if all boxes are not checked

Section 8: Payment & Signature
We will collect payment for any voluntary contribution to the Conference's ministry of oversight and support. We will capture your signature, which will complete your renewal application.
Would you like to become a Friend of the Conference?*
Our Conference invests at least $3,500 in each Member in Discernment as part of its ministry of oversight and support. Would you like to make a voluntary contribution of any amount and become a Friend of the Conference?
- Yes
- Not at this time
Friend of the Conference Voluntary Contribution Amount*
Thank you!
Total to be Collected Today
$0.00
Signature*
Your signature attests everything within this application is true and correct to the best of your knowledge, that you are requesting an appointment with the Committee on Ministry, Section A to renew your Member in Discernment status in this Conference acting on behalf of the United Church of Christ
Credit Card*
Billing Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code

Step 1 of 8

Section 1: Candidate Details

Section 2: Local Church Attestation

Section 3: Application for Recommendation for Ordination

Section 4: References

Section 5: Pre-Ordination Experiential Requirements

UCC History, Polity & Theology

Psychological Vocational Assessment

CPE Experience

Field Education/Internship Experience

Mandated Reporter Training

Racial Justice Training

Ethics & Clergy Boundary Training

Section 6: Search & Call

Section 7: Personal Disclosures

Section 8: Payment & Signature