Pathways


Being ordained in the Alliance of Reformed Churches is different.

High Accessibility

The Alliance gets you ordained efficiently, whether you're an emerging leader, a second career pastor, or coming from another denomination. 

High Accountability

The Alliance supports pastors with robust accountability measures. It also renews ordination status every five years to ensure a high integrity relationship.

A Continuum of Learning

The Alliance sets out clear pathways for candidates to obtain the right credential. As lifelong disciples of Jesus, all pastors participate in ongoing development.