Get Ordained in Idaho

GET ORDAINED IN IDAHO

Are you looking to plunge into the whitewater journey of becoming a wedding officiant in Idaho? Or perhaps, you’re feeling the crisp mountain breeze drawing you towards other roles such as a ministry chaplain, a coaching minister, or a seasoned minister?

IDAHO'S STATE LAW

To preside over weddings in the Gem State, you must align with the specific state laws and regulations. Per Idaho Code, Section 32-303, wedding officiants should be ordained by a recognized religious body or duly authorized to solemnize marriages. This program aligns with these guidelines, ensuring your ability to officiate marriages amidst Idaho’s scenic beauty.

EXPAND YOUR MINISTRY OPPORTUNITY

CLI offers a training program as vast as the Snake River Canyon, meeting Idaho’s prerequisites for wedding officiants. Going beyond the often superficial “Online Only” courses, CLI fosters a comprehensive ministry education and efficient practical training. Participants gain a thorough understanding of conducting wedding ceremonies, premarital counseling, and delivering engaging wedding messages. You’ll be prepared to lead weddings with the grace and professionalism required by Idaho law.

The Christian Leaders Institute (CLI):

We are thrilled to introduce the Christian Leaders Institute, a warm and welcoming online educational platform that provides free ministry and ordination training programs. Our mission is to make theological education accessible to individuals from all backgrounds, empowering them to deepen their understanding of Christianity and prepare for various ministry roles. Our comprehensive courses cover a wide range of subjects, including biblical studies, theology, church history, leadership, and pastoral care.

The Christian Leaders Alliance (CLA):

Through our partnership with the Christian Leaders Alliance, we offer an ordination program for individuals who have completed CLI’s training and courses. The Christian Leaders Alliance has been empowering ministers since 2014 and has ordained thousands of individuals. By joining CLA, you will receive formal recognition and authorization as an ordained minister, allowing you to perform weddings and other religious ceremonies in Idaho, in accordance with state law.

Flexible Timeline:

Just as the Snake River carves its path at its own pace, this program respects your individual timeline and the needs of those who may officiate weddings sporadically for loved ones. The licensing process requires less than ten hours of study, with only one recommendation. However, if you’re determined to conquer the higher peaks and aim for a greater ordination level, you will need to navigate more rigorous studies and secure additional recommendations.

The Significance of Credibility:

Your ordination is strengthened by your membership in the Christian Leaders Alliance (CLA). This affiliation reflects your commitment to thorough training and endorsement from your local Christian community, affirming the authenticity of your ordination. By joining the CLA, Idaho wedding officiants can enhance their standing within the Christian community and boost their ministerial credibility.

Emphasizing Legitimacy:

In Idaho, where the ties of marriage are as cherished as the state’s natural splendor, wedding officiants must uphold legitimacy. Couples need reassurance that their wedding officiant is adequately trained, holds the necessary credentials, and fulfills the state’s legal obligations. By opting for CLI and CLA, aspiring wedding officiants in Idaho can offer professional and respectable services that honor the sanctity of marriage and align with the law.

By choosing CLI and CLA, individuals in Idaho can feel confident that they are well-equipped to meet the state’s demands, uphold the highest integrity, and provide professional wedding officiation services, all in alignment with Idaho law. Embark on your expedition to create unforgettable memories and make a meaningful impact as a licensed Christian wedding officiant in Idaho, guided by the Christian Leaders Institute and Alliance.

GET STARTED AT CLI

To enroll in the program, follow these steps:

Create a free study account with the Christian Leaders Institute and get familiar with the Study.christianleaders.org platform.
Enroll in the Christian Wedding Officiant Skills course and commence your training.
After completing the Skills course, you will enroll in the Licensed Christian Wedding Officiant Recognition Class. This class recognizes your online training and completes your ordination into a local geographic endorsement-based ordination credential. You will be listed in the Christian Leaders Alliance Directory, and you may order your ordination credentials. You are eligible to register a local ministry at a Soul Center.

VARIOUS OPPORTUNITIES

Are you looking to extend your ministry roots deep into the fertile soil of Idaho? Whether your heart yearns for the nurturing role of a wedding officiant or the adventurous path of other ministerial roles, the Christian Leaders Institute (CLI) and Christian Leaders Alliance (CLA) stand as your dependable mountain guides. Let’s venture into the breathtaking landscape of opportunities spread before you:

Wedding Officiant: Picture yourself as a wise river guide, steering couples through the significant journey of marriage. By becoming ordained through the Christian Leaders Alliance, you can legally perform wedding ceremonies in Idaho, helping love blossom like the state’s famous potatoes.

Field Minister: If your time to devote to study is like Idaho’s precious gemstones – limited but valuable – the Field Minister role is your treasure map. CLI offers free introductory courses, providing a rock-solid foundation for lay ministers, church elders, and deacons, letting you serve your community like the Sun Valley serves its skiers.

Licensed Minister: If you seek to delve into the dense forestry of ministerial roles, the Licensed Minister program is your trusty compass. Thirteen credits of in-depth study and six mini-courses will navigate you deeper into the wilderness of ministerial knowledge, readying you to serve in various capacities.

Licensed Coaching Minister: For those drawn to the blend of coaching techniques and ministry like Idaho’s unique fusion of desert and mountains, the Coaching Minister role is your trail. Two free coaching courses, along with fifteen credits and six mini-courses, will equip you to lead effectively through coaching.

Licensed Ministry Chaplain: As a beacon atop one of Idaho’s majestic peaks, a Licensed Ministry Chaplain can provide much-needed spiritual care in places such as hospitals or correctional facilities. Eighteen credits and six mini-courses will prepare you to be a lighthouse in life’s storms for those in need.

Ordained Minister: For those eager to scale the highest peaks of ministry or seeking comprehensive training, the Ordained Minister role stands tall as Idaho’s Borah Peak. With 21 credits and seven mini-courses, your journey is well-prepared, enhancing your ministerial abilities and revealing new panoramas of service in Idaho.

As a minister, you’re tasked with sharing the good news, much like a miner revealing Idaho’s hidden gems. Informed by Isaiah 61:1, let your ministry be a beacon of hope for the downtrodden, just as the first light of dawn illuminates Idaho’s vast wilderness.

So grab your hiking boots, chart your course, and expand your ministry’s horizons in Idaho through the programs offered by the Christian Leaders Institute and Christian Leaders Alliance. With God as your North Star and the backing of these reputable organizations, you can fulfill your ministerial aspirations, serving as a guiding light in Idaho’s vibrant spiritual landscape.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How is the Christian Leaders Institute funded? Christian Leaders Institute is funded through a “Give It Forward” Approach. Click here to read more.

Can I register my church or religious society under the banner of Christian Leaders Alliance? Yes. Locally registered Soul Centers are being register all over the world. Click here to read more.

Can I receive a College degree after I enroll at Christian Leaders Institute?

At Christian Leaders Institute, our college degrees are offered through our Leadership Excellence School. We provide access to both Associate Degrees and Bachelor Degrees. To begin our degree program, you must first enroll as a student in our School of Christian Development. Every student starts by creating a study account at the Christian Development school. Once you complete the “Getting Started” class, you can proceed to enroll in our Leadership Excellence School, where our degree programs are hosted.. Click here to set up you account.

This degree is ideal for those who desire to pursue their Master’s Degree with one of our partner Seminaries like North Point Bible College and Seminary, Kairos University, Calvin, Western, Northern, and more.

Christian Leaders Institute is your access or gateway many professional ministry opportunity.