As a Christian woman, are you called to ministry? Are you wondering if the Bible and the early church recognized the calling you feel in your heart?
The fact is we need women in ministry more than ever! Everyone called is needed.
Why are women in ministry needed?
For Women
First and most apparent, half the population is female. The soul needs of women are often addressed more effectively by other women.
For Men
In a rapidly changing world, the other half of the population is male. Men recognize women’s gifts in new ways, whether in the workplace or the church.
Jesus Supported Women in Ministry
Jesus elevated women to essential roles in his earthly ministry. Many women followed him and even ministered to him. While most of the disciples abandoned Jesus, the women disciples were there.
Matthew 27:55 Many women were there, watching from a distance. They had followed Jesus from Galilee to care for his needs.
The Early Church Recognized Women Ministers
The Apostle Paul asked Phoebe to carry the book of Romans to Rome. As a letter carrier, she was given further instructions about the book’s contents. This means that this woman minister was the Apostle Paul’s spokeswoman for one of his most hard-to-understand and theologically essential letters.
How do we know she was a woman minister? The Apostle Paul says so as he introduces her as his letter carrier and commends her as a minister.
Are you called to study ministry?
Christian Leaders welcomes women to enroll in tuition-free courses through our Institute to prepare you for ministry!
Women from around the world have established study accounts at Christian Leaders, and thousands have completed ministry training programs.
Christian Leaders offers over 150 courses, including mini-courses, ministry skill courses, and college-level courses.
Enroll here to set up a free study account.
How About Licensing or Ordination?
Christian Leaders Alliance recognizes women who complete ministry training, endorsement, and the requirements connected to their chosen pathway. Women may pursue a variety of current ministry roles, including officiant, chaplain, Christian life coaching, lay ministry, licensed ministry, ordained ministry, and specialized ministry pathways.
Current options include:
Christian Wedding Officiant – Training and recognition for those called to serve couples through Christian wedding ministry.
Youth Ministry Officiant – A focused pathway for Christians called to serve young people and families.
Licensed Chaplain – Foundational preparation for volunteer and part-time chaplaincy, with opportunities to continue into specialized chaplain roles.
Lay Minister – Ministry training and recognition for Christians serving in volunteer and local church leadership roles.
Licensed Minister – Broader biblical and practical ministry preparation for increased leadership and service.
Christian Life Coach – Christian coaching training for leaders called to encourage and guide others in personal and spiritual growth.
Ordained Minister – Comprehensive ministry preparation for broader clergy leadership and service.
Christian Leaders Alliance also offers specialized ministry opportunities that allow leaders to develop additional training in areas connected to their calling.
Additional ministry specializations are also available for leaders who want to develop focused training in areas connected to their calling.
*There are small processing fees for the administration of this program. Click here
How Do I Sign Up
All you do is sign up, and you will be enrolled in a free study account. You learn to navigate our study site and the philosophy of Christian Leaders. So sign up, log in, and begin your journey into more ministry opportunities.