Dove Ministries International calls Class I ministers "ordained" ministers. An ordained minister is one who has been set aside and consecrated by the laying on of hands of the presbytery in a public ceremony. Ordained ministers have a divine call on their lives that is recognized by Dove Ministries International. They are called to do the work of full-time preaching and teaching in one of the five-fold offices of The Church: Apostle, Prophet, Evangelist, Pastor, or Teacher. Ordained ministers will be recognized as professional clergy engaged in ecclesiastical work.

• Candidates must be born again believers who have also experienced the baptism of the Holy Spirit with evidence of speaking in tongues.
• Candidates must have two letters of recommendation from two ministers, including one from their personal pastor (if the candidate has a personal pastor), endorsing their ordination
• Candidates must have been water baptized for the remission of their sins.
• Candidates must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.
• Candidates must have evidence of a call to one or more five-fold office gifts of The Church. The five-fold gifts are: Apostle, Prophet, Evangelist, Pastor, or Teacher.
• Candidates must be able to preach and teach the Word of God.
• Candidates must have completed one of the following:
  • At least two years of Bible College.
  • At least two years of active full time ministry under the direction of a recognized minister.
  • Any combination of the above totaling two years.
• Candidates must have a high school diploma or its equivalent
• Candidates must be willing to submit to the leadership of Dove Ministries International and to maintain a teachable spirit.
• Candidates must be in regular attendance at a local church and be active in supportive ministry in that local body.
• Candidates must understand ministerial procedures and ethics and must have shown consistent fruit of the Christian's moral lifestyle.
• Candidates must pay the required administrative and filing fee of $75.00 and the annual renewal fee of $75.00.
• Candidates who apply may only hold credentials with one other organization.
• Candidates must be in agreement with the vision, purpose and Statement of Faith of Dove Ministries International.
• Candidates who are currently licensed must have held their licensing for one year with a ministry that Dove Ministries International recognizes.
• Candidates must agree to be faithful in paying regular tithes to Dove Ministries International.

It is not the heart of Dove Ministries International to take any unnecessary action before first, seeking the counsel of God, and second, going over any evidence and speaking to the person with whom a concern has been voiced. That is why a two week waiting period will be imposed before any final decision will be made. It will always be our first priority to assist the minister in maintaining his relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ and remaining in good standing with Dove Ministries International.

Any unfounded complaints brought before Dove Ministries International will not be given any consideration nor will any unrighteous plot of thoe wsho at any time may want to discredit a godly minister. We desire only to safeguard the Gospel and the good reputation of both the minister and Dove Ministries International.

Prior to any decision, the minister will be asked to have a personal interview with both the president and vice-president of Dove Ministries International. At that time all evidence and concerns will be discussed. At that time, the minister will also have an opportunity to show forth his position. A two week waiting period will be taken by Dove Ministries International officers. Their written decision will be sent to the minister by certified mail at the end of those two weeks.

Other members of Dove Ministries International will also be given written notice if a dismissal has taken place, thereby safeguarding against the possibility of any unfounded gossip or error.

If you need more information about Class I, please contact us.