Credential requests are processed and fulfilled within 1-2 business days of being placed. Depending on the shipping method selected during checkout, domestic orders can be received within 1-5 business days of shipment.
We want you to have the information you need to help in your ministerial endeavors. Our ministry does not charge membership fees, ordinations are 100% free and granted for life. Our official credentials are not state-specific, they are valid in all 50 states. Open Ministry is a church registered with the State of California; with the purpose to guide and support the church in its mission, outreach, and community services. Our Ministry has the right and privilege to ordain ministers. Our ministers have the same powers and rights as ordained clergy for religious ceremonies, weddings, and other sacerdotal rites.
Marriage laws vary per state and county, it is important to be familiarized and know the ministerial requirements set forth by your state and local government. States can require official documentation to register with the County Clerk or Agency that records marriages in the County you want to perform ceremonies. Contact the county clerk or agency that will be issuing the couple’s marriage license for information, see our Marriage Laws for details at: https://www.oministry.com/ordained-marriage-laws.
When speaking with the county clerk; it can be helpful to use the following phrases:
• What agency or department issues marriage licenses in your county and how may I contact them?
• I am an ordained minister with a church in California and I would like to register as a wedding Officiant in your county to perform and solemnize weddings.
• I have my Letter of Good Standing and/or Ordination Credential as proof of my ministry and ordination.
• What additional documentation is required for me to register as a wedding Officiant in your county?
We are pleased to offer you our services; we appreciate your support of Open Ministry. If you have questions after reading our Minister Guide, you can visit our informative FAQ section. Please let us know if you would like additional information or if there is anything else we can assist you with by contacting us at support@oministry.com.
Sincerely,
Open Ministry
Jana Hart07/09/2021, 01:33 PM
Very professional and eye catching ,very pleased
John Parry08/14/2020, 06:28 AM
the certificate for one to understand what is written on it.
~OPEN MINISTRY REPLY~
We want you to have the information you need to help in your minister endeavors. Our ministry does not charge membership fees, ordinations are 100% free and granted for life. Your official credentials are proof of your ordination and status as a minister in good standing, they are not state specific and are valid in all US states.
Marriage laws vary per state and county, it is important to be familiarized and know the ministerial requirements set forth by your state and local government. States may require official documentation to register with the county clerk or agency that records marriages in the county you want to perform ceremonies. Contact the county clerk or agency that will be issuing the couple’s marriage license for information. See our Marriage Laws for details at: https://www.oministry.com/ordained-marriage-laws.
We are pleased to offer you our services; we appreciate your support of Open Ministry. If you have questions after reading our Minister Guide, visit our FAQ section. Please contact us directly if you would like additional information by visiting: https://support.oministry.com.
Grace & Peace,
Open Ministry
pastor elijah01/22/2020, 08:58 PM
I love this good creadatial
Joseph Kipkorir Ngeno01/05/2020, 04:01 AM
god bless you sir i would like to save under your ministry pls sent me ordnation
~OPEN MINISTRY REPLY~
We want you to have the information you need to help in your minister endeavors. Our ministry does not charge membership fees, ordinations are 100% free and granted for life. Your official credentials are proof of your ordination and status as a minister in good standing, they are not state specific and are valid in all US states. Request hard copies through our bookstore at: https://www.oministry.com/credentials. Our Ordination Package should suffice for registration purposes. However, there are some counties and states that may require additional documentation to register as a wedding officiant which we offer. Such places may include Hawaii, Nevada, West Virginia, and New York City. Visit our FAQ for more information or contact us for further assistance.
Marriage laws vary per state and county, it is important to be familiarized and know the ministerial requirements set forth by your state and local government. States may require official documentation to register with the county clerk or agency that records marriages in the county you want to perform ceremonies. Contact the county clerk or agency that will be issuing the couple’s marriage license for information. See our Marriage Laws for details at: https://www.oministry.com/ordained-marriage-laws.
We are pleased to offer you our services; we appreciate your support of Open Ministry. If you have questions after reading our Minister Guide, visit our FAQ section. Please contact us directly if you would like additional information by visiting: https://support.oministry.com.
Grace & Peace,
Open Ministry
pastor anthony munyao hassan07/01/2019, 01:11 AM
Which package will allow you to marry in every state.?
~OPEN MINISTRY REPLY~
We want you to have the information you need to help in your minister endeavors. Our ministry does not charge membership fees, ordinations are 100% free and granted for life. Your official credentials are proof of your ordination and status as a minister in good standing, they are not state specific and are valid in all US states. Request hard copies through our bookstore at: https://www.oministry.com/credentials. Our Ordination Package should suffice for registration purposes. However, there are some counties and states that may require additional documentation to register as a wedding officiant which we offer. Such places may include Hawaii, Nevada, West Virginia, and New York City. Visit our FAQ for more information or contact us for further assistance.
Marriage laws vary per state and county, it is important to be familiarized and know the ministerial requirements set forth by your state and local government. States may require official documentation to register with the county clerk or agency that records marriages in the county you want to perform ceremonies. Contact the county clerk or agency that will be issuing the couple’s marriage license for information. See our Marriage Laws for details at: https://www.oministry.com/ordained-marriage-laws.
We are pleased to offer you our services; we appreciate your support of Open Ministry. If you have questions after reading our Minister Guide, visit our FAQ section. Please contact us directly if you would like additional information by visiting: https://support.oministry.com.
