NEW MINISTER
PROCESS & INFORMATION

The process for a new applicant desiring to affiliate with the World Bible Way Fellowship (WBWF) is as follows:
  • complete the digital application in full
  • Submit a photo and indicate what type of credential is being applied 

for, provide at least 2 letters of recommendation from ordained ministers (preferably WBWF ministers) or the board of an affiliated Fellowship church • must affirm that the Statement of Faith has been read and that you subscribe to it by signing and dating the application
  • include a narrative letter of introduction providing us with information about you, your ministry, and your reason for seeking credentials with WBWF
  • submit the application fee (noted on the application) via check or money order or by utilizing the “GIVE” tab (top right) from this page
  • return all required documents & the fee to the fellowship's home office at P O Box 506, Ben Franklin, Texas 75415. We will issue a License to Preach for those who have established a proven ministry. After a licensed minister has actively been a member of WBWF for at least 2 years he/she may then apply for Ordination with their pastor’s recommendation. All new members must apply for a licensed minister first unless they meet one of the exceptions listed below. There are 2 exceptions to having to apply for license first:
  • If a minister is currently ordained with a ‘like’ organization, WBWF will honor that and allow transfer of ordination rather than application for license if approved by the President of the WBWF.
  • If a minister is the Senior Pastor of a church, WBWF will waive the license requirement and allow ordination at the request of the church board if church bylaws make it a requirement. Documentation must be provided to support the applicable exception. Once credentialed, to be eligible for continued membership, all applicants must annually renew their credentials and affirm that they subscribe to the Statement of Faith. This requires a renewal application (found above) sent to the WORLD BIBLE WAY FELLOWSHIP, INC. New Applicant 
  • Process Info to be completed in full which includes an update of the member's current ministry, submission of the renewal fee, and signing and dating the Applicant's Affirmation statement. All credentials expire one year to the date of issue and noted on the individuals credential wallet card. 

General Information




Education

THE WORLD BIBLE WAY FELLOWSHIP, INC. OFFERS

1) License:  Those, who by experience, have demonstrated their divine call, and who have a proven ministry, may apply for license.

2) Ordination:  Those, who by experience, have demonstrated their divine call, who have a proven ministry, and are actively engaged in a full-time ministry, may, two (2) years from the date of receipt of their license, apply for ordination.  Those who are ordained and in good standing with another ministerial association or church organization, may, after meeting the requirements, be accepted as an ordained minister in this fellowship.

MINISTERIAL AND PERSONAL INFORMATION

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APPLICANTS AFFIRMATION

I have read and accept the doctrinal statement of faith of the World Bible Way Fellowship, Inc. If accepted, I will endeavor to maintain the highest Christian standard of conduct to not bring shame or reproach to either the Lord Jesus Christ or the WBWF.  

I understand that membership in the WBWF does not make me an employee, agent, or legal representative of the fellowship.   World Bible Way Fellowship, Inc. is not responsible for the actions, debts, etc. of any of it’s members.

Because I believe in the WBWF and am honored to be a part of it, I make a FAITH PROMISE to support it financially on a regular basis.

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