Connexion Summer 2023 Special Issue - Benefits of AG Credentials

PennDel Ministry Network 

VALUE OF BELONGING 

Benefits of AG Credentials

PennDel Ministry N 

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OUR MISSION IS TO HAVE HEALTHY PASTORS 

IN THRIVING CHURCHES. TO HELP MAKE 

THAT A REALITY, WE OFFER A VARIETY OF 

BENEFITS TO OUR CREDENTIAL HOLDERS.

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DON AND ROBIN IMMEL 

PENNDEL MINISTRY NETWORK SUPERINTENDENT 

MY CREDENTIALING EXPERIENCE 

I can remember it like it was yesterday…preparing to take the license exam for 

credentials. For me, the exam was the culmination of nearly four years of “Bible college.” 

Launching into ministry was a bit uncertain as we had no official invitation to serve 

anywhere, but were on a pathway toward more ministry preparation through Ashland 

Theological Seminary. A summer internship would provide four months of practical 

experience, but the credentials committee was hesitant to grant a full ministerial license 

to candidates unless they had a position secured. After passing the written and oral 

exams, I was notified that I passed the requirements, and was granted a certified license 

until I had a ministry position. While in Seminary I was hired as a youth pastor, and my 

credentials were bumped up to the license level. My dreams were coming to pass! I 

was a “Reverend,” and my youth referred to me as Pastor Don. This was the function 

and identity for which I had aspired and prepared – I was now an Assemblies of God 

minister. I was part of the Fellowship, and my mentors were now also my colleagues. 

A lot has changed over the past forty years. The preparation pathway to credentials 

has morphed into a multifaceted paradigm that includes Global University (formerly 

called Berean Institute), sixteen approved AG Universities and Colleges, Church Based 

Bible Institutes (CBBI) like Reach Northeast and GT Leadership Academy and PennDel 

School of Ministry (PDSOM) – just to name a few. Old designations of ministry like 

“active and inactive” have been retired along with preaching requirements to maintain 

your ministerial status. Additionally, non-AG pathways to AG ministerial credentials 

have been accepted under conditions of a few (in many cases) supplemental courses 

to ensure doctrinal and cultural alignment. The nomenclature of screening committees 

to examine applicants has shifted to interview committees with a transition of thought. 

A screening committee seems to imply keeping something (someone) out, whereas an 

interview committee seeks to discover and discern God’s particular call to ministry in an 

applicant’s life. 

Pastor Don 

Network 

PennDel Ministry Network • CONNEXION

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WHAT IS THE ONGOING VALUE OF 

AG MINISTERIAL CREDENTIALS? 

Another shift has occurred over the years: namely, the question of value for holding Assemblies 

of God ministerial credentials. It’s a pragmatic question really: “What is the benefit and value of 

having a ministerial credential when I could ‘do the job’ just as well without the piece of paper 

embossed with an AG logo?” At one time, the “baby boomer” generation was committed to 

their institutions and organizations without much reflection. A sort of “brand loyalty.” That cultural 

trend has largely evaporated. Congregants ofttimes change churches based upon the leader’s 

personality or relationships within the church, as opposed to doctrinal beliefs, traditions or 

orthopraxy. This will cause some pastors to recoil in dismay; however, we have observed that 

ministers will also shift their alliances for some of the same reasons. 

What are the benefits of remaining co 

DOCTRINAL ALIGNMENT 

Above and beyond all functional and pragmatic benefits 

of affiliation is one central issue: are we on the same 

page regarding what we believe about God and those 

core essential doctrines that express His interaction 

with humanity. The Assemblies of God is Trinitarian, 

Evangelical and Pentecostal. We hold a very high 

standard regarding the Bible as inspired by God and 

without error. As Pentecostals, we highly value the gifts 

of the Spirit and the evidence of Spirit Baptism. Thus, 

Divine healing and speaking in tongues as the initial, 

physical evidence of the Spirit baptized experience 

are identified as doctrinal positions. Eschatological 

conclusions and convictions consume nearly onethird 

of our doctrinal statement, and include stances 

on the rapture of the church, the second coming of 

Christ, His millennial reign on earth, the eternal fate of 

believers and unbelievers, etc. Among all reasons for 

ministerial affiliation, doctrine rises to the top. Without 

doctrinal alignment, the deepest bond of fellowship is 

improbable. 

I love our heritage and the vision for our 

future. Banding together gives me much 

greater hope for the future than trying to go it 

alone. “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you 

want to go far, go together.” 

—Chris Massey 

Lead Pastor, Family Life Church, Hermitage, PA 

POSITIONAL AGREEMENT 

Although the Assemblies of God position papers do not 

rise to the same level as our “16 Tenets of Faith,” they 

do both form and express the collective culture agreed 

upon by the General Council of ministers and delegates 

who deliberatively form our fellowship. Everyone may 

not agree with every statement written in the position 

papers, but we do all voluntarily agree to align with 

them in teaching and practice. Practical positions on 

issues such as alcohol consumption, sexual identity and 

practice, and the sanctity of human life are identified 

for our community of believers. Expansion on the 

application of our doctrines are also discussed in a variety 

of position papers in areas such as healing, the second 

coming of Christ and the authority of scripture, etc. 

Orthodoxy (doctrinal values) and orthopraxy (practicing 

doctrinal values in everyday life) are quintessential 

matters of associating in any fellowship. When we value 

our values, we will remain in connection with others of 

“like precious faith.” 

In addition to the benefit of being in relationship with 

those who share our values on this theoretical basis, 

there are pragmatic benefits that are built on top of the 

doctrinal and positional foundation.

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I genuinely feel cared for and am confident 

that our leaders are invested in the growth and 

development of every church and its pastor 

in our Network. “Healthy Pastors. Thriving 

Churches,” isn’t just a vision statement - they 

live it with their actions. 

—Thomas Manning 

Lead Pastor 

Kinport AG, Cherry Tree, PA 

Through these past four years of being a credentialed 

minister and a Chi Alpha Campus Missionary & Pastor, 

my eyes have continually been opened to the ways my AG 

credentials allow me to be better equipped for ministering 

to the students at Penn State Behrend. Every opportunity I have to 

attend a PennDel conference or meeting is another chance to learn. 

Those times are not just about the learning that comes from those holding 

a microphone, but the countless conversations with fellow credential 

holders. Having the unity of our shared doctrine allows for every 

conversation to be fruitful and encouraging. 

—Alycia Bini 

Chi Alpha Campus Missionary, Penn State Behrend 

g connected to the Assemblies of God? 

MISSIONAL ENGAGEMENT 

We have been called into ministry for a Divine purpose. 

Although we are to equip (Ephesians 4:11-13), care for, 

lead and feed the flock of God (John 21:15-22), we are 

also called to spread the good news of salvation to all the 

world (Matthew 28:18-20). These two foci of ministry, 

discipleship and evangelism, are actually two sides of 

one call: to participate in the mission of God. From cover 

to cover (Genesis 12:3 to Revelation 5:9; 22:2) God’s 

redemptive plan is revealed. Without a missional focus, 

ministry is diminished in purpose and effort. We connect 

in ministerial fellowship because we are supported and 

energized in our relationships with others who share this 

missional engagement. Processing ministry challenges 

and strategies, praying for one another and enjoying the 

company of people of “like precious passion” make the 

journey sweeter. 

The belief and practice of our 

dependence on the Holy Spirit, 

who comes alongside to help 

us fulfill our call, is central to the 

Assemblies of God and critical to 

effective ministry. The synergy effect that credential 

holders enjoy in PennDel, is unapparelled. 

—Kwaku Owusu-Boachie 

Lead Pastor, Overbrook AG, Philadelphia, PA 

PRACTICAL BENEFITS 

There are appreciable benefits beyond the doctrinal, 

positional and missional benefits of being an Assemblies 

of God minister. The rest of this issue of ConneXions, 

we will identify the pragmatic question, “What is 

the ongoing value of being an Assemblies of God 

credentialed minister?” We are constantly reviewing 

possibilities to bless our ministers and their families. We 

hope that this issue will inform or remind our ministry 

family of resources and relationships that are available 

which add value to our connection. May God bless you 

and make you a blessing as you fulfill His call on your life 

and ministry! 

I value my AG creditionals as it gives 

me freedom to lead with creativity and 

personality. I also love the collaboration 

and resources I have access to by being 

a credential holder. Being a credential 

holder brings accountability in my life and I am a better and 

more effective leader because of it. I am so thankful for the 

Assemblies of God as it has affirmed the call of God on my life. 

—Nabil Hirji-Walji 

Lead Pastor, Shrewsbury Assembly 

Shrewsbury, PA 


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I THANK CHRIST JESUS 

OUR LORD, WHO HAS 

GIVEN ME STRENGTH, 

THAT HE CONSIDERED ME 

TRUSTWORTHY, APPOINTING 

ME TO HIS SERVICE 

(1 TIMOTHY 1:12)

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CONTENTS 

INVESTING IN YOU 

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INVESTING IN MINISTER'S HEALTH 

10-11 

INVESTING IN REST & RENEWAL 

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INVESTING IN MINISTRY WIVES 

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INVESTING IN CREDENTIALED WOMEN 

14-15 

INVESTING IN MINISTRY KIDS 

16-17 

INVESTING IN GLOBAL OUTREACH 

18-19 

INVESTING IN YOUR FINANCIAL 

STRENGTH, SECURITY, FUTURE........................................ 20 

INVESTING IN CONNECTION.............................................21 

PERKS FOR AFFILIATING WITH THE GENERAL 

COUNCIL OF THE ASSEMBLIES OF GOD......................... 22-23 

WHY MINISTERIAL CREDENTIALS ARE NECESSARY.......... 24-25 

STEPS TO APPLYING FOR CREDENTIALS.......................... 26-27

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INVESTING IN YOU 

CONTINUING EDUCATION GRANTS FOR PENNDEL MINISTERS 

The PennDel Ministry Network 

believes its greatest asset is found 

within the skills and abilities of its 

ministers. It is our firm belief that 

we will have thriving churches 

when we have healthy pastors, 

and continuing education equips 

the minister to do the work of 

ministry. Thanks to the vision of 

Superintendent Immel and the 

Presbytery, the PennDel Ministry 

Network is able to offer grants for 

continuing education. Grants are 

available under specific guidelines. 

PROGRAM GUIDELINES: 

1. A grant of up to $300 per year is available to General Council 

credentialed ministers residing in and holding credentials through 

the PennDel Ministry Network. The grant maximum is $1,000 per 

applicant, which is spread over a *3 or 4-year period. *Exceptions 

to this guideline are considered on a case-by-case basis. 

2. The following list of requirements are reviewed to be approved 

for the continuing education grant: 

a. Applicant must be credentialed through the PennDel 

Ministry Network for at least one year, minimum. 

b. Applicant must be a member in good standing with an 

Assemblies of God church. 

c. Applicant must be faithful with their commitment to giving as 

per our PennDel Constitution & Bylaws. 

3. This grant is to be applied towards courses, training for a degree 

or upgrading of ministerial credentials. The course is to be offered 

by an accredited or approved institution. 

4. Applicants are limited to one $300 grant per year and 

must reapply each year for approval prior to registering for 

coursework. (Maximum overall benefit will not exceed $1,000.)

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To date, sixty-two (62) ministers have received reimbursements through the Continuing 

Education Grant. Here’s what a few of our ministers have said: 

PennDel gave me the assistance that 

I needed to pursue higher education. 

Returning to school gave me a wonderful 

opportunity to continue growing and 

learning. This refueled my calling and 

provided practical tools that enabled 

my ministry. 

—Megan Walsh 

Children’s Pastor 

Mountaintop Family Church, 

Mountaintop, PA 

PennDel provided financial assistance for 

my Master’s Degree (which was completed 

June of 2022) through the University of 

Valley Forge. I appreciate the tangible 

support from our District/Network in my 

journey to grow and stretch as a minister 

and person. Thanks PennDel! 

—Lorna Albanese 

Campus Pastor 

Allison Park Church - Ohio River Campus 

Ambridge, PA 

PennDel helped me to reach my goal of completing 

a Master’s Degree in Organizational Leadership with 

an emphasis in Church Revitalization. This degree has 

better equipped me to lead the church I am currently 

pastoring and provided me with resources to help 

mentor others in leadership and church revitalization. 

I am grateful this grant helped make this degree more 

affordable. 

—Tim Halbfoerster 

Lead Pastor 

River of God Church, Enola, PA 

PENNDEL SCHOOL OF MINISTRY 

The PennDel School of Ministry is a convenient, fast-track, less expensive way that a person can satisfy the academic 

requirements for credentials with the Assemblies of God. You may enroll online, using your credit card for payment. 

Then, you will order your textbook from the source of your choice. You will have approximately one month to read the 

text and complete the Study Guide. You will then attend a one-day class, pass your exam and you will have completed 

that course toward the requirements for your credentials. We have four (4) convenient campus locations. Each campus 

offers 27 classes totaling 108 across the PennDel Ministry Network. 

We are pleased to say that there are scholarships available for pre-credentialed students through PDSOM. 

Additionally, the Continuing Education Grant is available on a reimbursement basis for ministers who are upgrading 

their credentials and who meet the requirements mentioned earlier. 


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INVESTING IN 

MINISTER'S HEALTH 

ROOTS THAT 

REACH WIDE: 

MINISTER CARE 

By Jason Tourville 

In 1992 I took a trip to visit my girlfriend (now wife) in Northern California. Upon 

arriving at the Sacramento airport, her family took me on a rather lengthy trip up 

the California coast line, up to Oregon and then back down Highway 1. The goal 

was not only to show me the beautiful cliff-lined Pacific Ocean, but to expose 

me, for the first time, to the Sequoia Redwood trees. Years later, I would have the 

chance to see the Sequoias again. 

While I had seen them in pictures and on television nature 

shows, I was unprepared for their sheer height and beauty. 

As an East Coast boy, I was thoroughly impressed. Like 

most parks and reserves, there is also a good bit to learn 

while on site. Sequoias can grow 30 feet in diameter and 

250 feet tall. With those statistics, one would assume their 

roots grow deep; however, the opposite is true. 

The root system of these marvelous trees are quite unique. 

Compared to their colossal size their roots are rather 

shallow, only going as deep 6-12 feet deep. Their roots 

extend over 100 feet from their base as they intertwine 

with the roots of the other redwoods. The interconnected 

nature of their root system increases their stability, allowing 

them to endure strong winds and floods. 

Did you catch that? It is their interconnected root system 

that provides the strength and stability needed for them 

to grow so tall. According to Dr. Don Lichi of Emerge 

Counseling Ministries, who has nearly 47,000 clinical 

hours logged, one of the greatest risks of spiritual leaders 

is isolation and lack of friends. In other words, while their 

faith may be deep, their roots are not intertwined with 

those of like faith.

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I’m thankful for all the voices of wisdom that God 

has placed around us. I also feel like the Network 

leadership actually cares about our health and 

the viability of our church. That’s a blessing! 

Jeff Henry 

Lead Pastor, Lighthouse Community Church, 

Mifflintown, PA 

As a credential holder in the PennDel Ministry Network, one 

of the benefits is the opportunity to connect with those on 

a similar journey, intertwining our roots with other spiritual 

leaders. Our commitment is to provide resources for you to 

strengthen your faith and your ministry. Consider the following: 

PERSONAL PASTORAL CARE VIA 

“MINISTER CARE” PASTORS: 

Providing the structure for the intertwining of our roots, 

we have a team of retired or semi-retired pastors who are 

regionally assigned the specific task of personally caring for 

ministers and their families. From a listening ear, to a prayer 

partner, to walking with a minister or their family through a 

crisis, these Minister Care Pastors are there for you. 

While the Redwood trees seem to naturally interconnect 

their roots system, the truth is, most of us have to be rather 

intentional. We can be as connected or disconnected as we 

desire. However, let me remind you… the strength of these 

trees during turbulent times is in their interconnected roots. 

We are all strong when we are connected to one another. 

Make the choice to allow your roots to grow wide and 

intertwine with others. 

COACHING FOR PENNDEL MINISTERS: 

Coaching has been a resource for ministers, missionaries and 

para-church leaders to process, grow and strategize personal 

and ministry topics. (PennDel Coaches) partners forward 

looking leaders with experienced coaches for the purpose 

of maximizing the leader’s potential and advancing the 

mission of the church. For more information, visit our website 

at penndel.org/coaching, or contact Bill Ellis by email at 

w.j.ellis@me.com. 

EMERGE COUNSELING MINISTRIES: 

Also available is our Christian Counseling Center at our 

Mechanicsburg office and through Telehealth. At Emerge, we 

strive to counsel people towards wholeness and healing. We 

believe that God’s intention is that we do more than survive… 

He desires for us to thrive in life. Psalm 23 says, “The Lord is my 

Shepherd, I shall not want…” There is a fullness and freedom in 

life intended for each of us. The journey toward freedom is one 

we love to see people experience. Our Christian counseling is 

available for PennDel pastors and their families. While Emerge 

does accept some forms of insurance, when this isn’t available, 

there is an AG Fund to help alleviate some of the financial 

burden associated with counseling. We would be happy to 

serve you. You can visit our website at www.emerge.org/ 

pa or for specific questions, you can email Jason Tourville at 

jtourville@emerge.org 

DOUBLE HONOR PASTOR/SPOUSE 

RETREAT: 

We also offer a five-day retreat with other pastors and their 

spouses designed for spiritual and emotional renewal at a 

local Bed & Breakfast. Each retreat involves five couples. This 

retreat is offered twice per year. To inquire, contact Jeff & Cathy 

Marshall at jeff@penndel.org. 

MENTORING FOR FIRST-TIME LEAD 

PASTORS: 

Being interconnected means we don’t have to take this 

ministry journey alone. Here in the PennDel Network, every 

first-time lead pastor is matched with a mentor pastor. This 

mentoring relationship is a one-year journey to support 

and encourage the pastor to develop in their leadership, 

personal and ministry skills. You can learn more at www. 

recalibratechurch.org/mentoring or contact Jason Tourville 

at jason@penndel.org with specific questions. 

Being a Minister Care Pastor is a way to serve 

those who are serving others, a way to encourage, 

support and listen. Most of all it provides the 

opportunity to ask the question, “How can I pray 

for you today?” Agreeing in prayer with others is a 

powerful way to care for them. I believe this is my calling 

in this season of my life! 

—John Holt 

PennDel Ministry Care Pastor 


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INVESTING IN REST & RENEWAL 

BONGIORNO CONFERENCE CENTER: 

MINISTERS COMPLIMENTARY STAYS 

By Carl Redding 

My husband, 

LeRoy, and I, both 

AG ministers, have 

added the beautiful 

discipline of a yearly quiet 

retreat where we take two days 

in the spring and two days in 

the fall to retreat to seek God, 

receive, refresh, refuel & rest. 

BCC is the perfect place for this 

retreat as the accommodations 

and atmosphere are conducive 

to our needs. This includes the 

rooms, the friendly staff and the 

campus. The added bonus is 

our benefit of two free nights per 

credential holder per year! This is 

an abundant blessing as finances 

for ministry families are usually 

tighter which then makes it even 

harder to get away. 

—Wanda Bunker 

Family Life Pastor 

Newport AG 

Early on in our ministry, I remember having feelings of inadequacy, desperation and deep 

need. I remember our checking account, the bills that we had to pay, and the paycheck 

that we received. Don’t get me wrong, we were thrilled to have a full-time ministry 

position, but we knew that the numbers, pressure and expectations were adding up. I knew 

that I needed a break before I broke. I knew that I had to take care of my family and I needed 

the strength to lead them the way that God had positioned us. Have you ever felt any of these 

stressors? If you have been in ministry for any amount of time, you have certainly experienced 

one or several of these feelings. 

The PennDel Ministry Network endeavors to provide a variety of support resources for its 

ministry family, and here at BCC, we would be honored if you would use our facility to provide 

personal support to you and your family, church or leadership team. Each of our credentialed 

ministers receives *two free nights at the Bongiorno Conference Center each year for a time 

away. You can use these complimentary stays as a personal retreat, a mini-vacation or a few 

days of family time. Please take advantage of the amazing benefits that BCC provides to you 

personally. Additionally, we provide space for staff training and departmental retreats at a 

significantly discounted rate for our Network Assembly of God churches. The Bongiorno 

Conference Center serves our Network events but can easily resource your church for training 

and spiritual refreshment needs. We would love to talk to you, give us a call, or better yet, put 

us in your speed dial options for a later date. For more information contact 717-243-7381 or 

visit www.bongiornocc.com. 

*Because of high demand, complimentary days are not available to be used in conjunction with Network events.

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INVESTING IN 

MINISTRY WIVES 

A note from Robin Immel 

It is my joy to care for, love on 

and support women around me in 

ministry. I ’m cheering you on! 

WOMEN IN MINISTRY RETREAT 

BEST WEEKEND EVER! 

Women grow stronger when they spend time together ~ there is power 

in community! WIM retreat is created to bless our credentialed women 

and ministry wives with TIME APART to CONNECT with gals from across 

our Network and to be LOVED ON by the Lord. 

The Women in Ministry Retreat offers SOUL CARE 

AND SELF CARE in a variety of ways: 

CONNECTION with gals who understand your unique life; they “get you” 

WORSHIP with excellent and sensitive worship teams 

INSPIRATION with ministry FROM other ministry gals TO ministry gals 

RESTORATION through prayer and altar times 

FELLOWSHIP at the Coffee Bistro and Lancaster Cupcake Truck 

(both of these provided by HIS Fund) 

COUNSELING AND COACHING private sessions are offered 

WORKSHOPS for hobbies and leadership topics on Saturday (optional) 

The PennDel Ministry Network values our women in ministry and 

provides almost 40% of the retreat costs to bring the price point to a 

level that ensures our women can attend. 

MENTORING 

Our PURPOSE is to provide a network of support for 

pastors’ wives and to partner with them on a journey 

toward the best that God has for them. 

Our DESIRE is that women will THRIVE and experience 

JOY in their UNIQUE ROLE as the wife of a pastor. 

Our PASSION is that these precious women will use 

the UNIQUE OPPORTUNITIES AND GIFTINGS of their 

role to have an influence for Christ in their church and 

community. 

RETREAT FAQS 

May I have a private room? 

YES! There are a variety of accommodations offered 

from private rooms to group suites. 

If there financial help if I can’t afford the retreat? 

YES! Many churches sponsor the retreat costs for their 

gals, but if finances are keeping you from attending, 

there are some scholarships available. 

Do we play games? (This is the #1 question we are 

asked.) 

NO! We want to create an environment that is sensitive 

to everyone’s comfort level. 

At WIM Retreat I found a PAUSE…there were 

no chores, no errands and no distractions. 

Instead, I found time to sleep in, rest, relax 

with a book, visit with friends, a cupcake 

truck, coffee bar and gift giveaways. The 

worship, prayer and altar time filled me to 

overflowing! So Ladies, take a PAUSE! 

—Rhonda Jackson 

Pastor’s Wife 

Genesis Church, Aliquippa, PA 

Something shifts in the atmosphere when women from all over our Network 

gather together. I experienced rest, rejuvenation and encouragement, but 

most of all, I experienced building friendships with women I had never met 

before. The blessings of our WIM retreat travel far beyond our September 

weekend because the FRIENDSHIPS TRAVEL WITH US! 

—CeCe Manning, 

Pastor’s Wife 

Kinport AG, Cherry Tree, PA 


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INVESTING IN 

CREDENTIALED WOMEN 

By Liz DeFrain 

We believe credentialed women are vital to 

the PennDel Ministry Network and the church 

at large. Almost 25% of our Assemblies of God 

credentialed ministers are women, and as time 

goes on, this percentage continues to increase. 

More and more of our churches are selecting 

women to fill the role as their lead pastor. 

Additionally, it is easy to find women fulfilling 

their call to ministry by serving in a variety of 

staff positions in our churches and ministries. 

As women credential holders in the PennDel Ministry 

Network, we are part of a larger group, the National 

Network of Women Ministers. The Network of Women 

Ministers, originally named The Task Force for Women 

in Ministry, was created at the urging of the General 

Superintendent, and placed under the direction of Dr. 

Beth Grant in 1999 to provide support and training for 

credentialed women and those looking to fulfill their 

ministerial call. As a result of this initiative, the ratio of 

women ministers to men ministers within the Assemblies of 

God is at an all-time high. Crystal Martin assumed the role 

of Director of the Network of Women Ministers in 2017. 

(Taken from the NWM website) 

The Assemblies of God has given their full support to 

credentialed women, called by God, as shown by the 

following official position paper: 

The Assemblies of God has been blessed and must 

continue to be blessed by the ministry of God’s gifted 

and commissioned daughters. The Bible repeatedly 

affirms that God pours out His Spirit upon both 

men and women and thereby gifts both sexes for 

ministry in His Church. Therefore, we must continue 

to demonstrate the gifts of women in ministry and 

spiritual leadership. (Taken from the Role of Women in 

Ministry – adopted August 9-11, 2010) 

Because of the value placed on credentialed women, the 

Presbytery Leadership Team includes a female presbyter. In 

addition to this, our Network has created a NWM PennDel 

Leadership Team to help women fulfill their ministerial call 

by advocating, collaborating and training. Our female 

presbyter is part of this team. 

Credentials have provided essential ministry 

friends and colleagues who have provided 

guidance and counsel in the skill sets I am not 

yet an expert. Ordination is important to me 

because I always want to be ready to walk into 

the opportunities God has prepared for me. 

—Jessica Jones 

Lead Pastor, Faith Assembly 

New Cumberland, PA 

God’s plans for my life were far bigger than 

I ever dreamed! Pursuing credentials was so 

valuable in my journey because it prepared 

me for things I didn’t even know were coming. The 

Network support and care I’ve received through the PennDel 

family continues to be so critical in my ministry story. 

—Nichole Schreiber 

Lead Pastor, Erie First Assembly 

Erie, PA

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How can the PennDel NWM team serve you? We have found 

that there are different types of needs based on your current 

expression of service, whether that be lead pastor, co-pastor 

or staff pastor OR you are in the initial journey of discovering 

your calling. 

NATIONALLY: 

First, you can connect with the National Network of Women 

Ministers website, where you will find many resources. 

(www.womenministers.ag.org) On the national website 

you will find: 

• Training Opportunities: The Network of Women 

Ministers looks to provide opportunities both online 

and in person to help you develop in your giftings. 

• Links to their Social Media: You will find the NWM 

active on social media channels, inspiring throughout 

the week by posts and live engagement opportunities. 

LOCALLY: 

Next, you can receive support locally by reaching out to 

NWM@penndel.org so we can connect you within the 

Penndel Ministry Network. Our goal is to offer the resources 

listed to our female credentialed women. 

• Mentorship: Our desire is to encourage you to excel 

in ministry and to pair you with someone that is already 

serving in a similar capacity. 

• Connection Opportunities: Our goal is to provide 

opportunities for credentialed women to connect with 

one another at both our regular ministry events and 

other times throughout the year. 

• Flourish Events: Our goal is to provide opportunities 

where you can be both inspired and challenged to 

grow in your calling by bringing in guest speakers both 

online and in person. 

At PennDel we want you to know and understand that YOU are a valuable part of our 

Network, and our goal is to help you succeed and grow in your calling. 


INVESTING IN M 

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By Jeremiah Gruber and Joe Cali 

We often hear from the pastors’ kids and missionaries kids (PKs and MKs) in our Network that their 

favorite event on the calendar is PKMK Retreat. We tend to agree. The PKMK Retreat is a special 

free benefit extended to the children of credential holders in the PennDel Ministry Network. It is 

a three-day retreat built specifically for kids whose parents serve in ministry. 

Ministry can be challenging, and our children also share a portion of that challenge. PKs often feel as though 

they live life under a microscope, which can lead to a restrictive and overly pressured existence. At the 

PKMK Retreat, however, students and children feel free to be who they are. They get to meet and make 

friends with other PKs who share similar experiences and burdens in ministry. For those few days, they can 

come out from under the microscope and be themselves with friends who “get it.” 

The PKMK Retreat is held each March. It starts on a Saturday afternoon and ends on Monday morning. Like 

a typical kids or youth retreat, we have services in the evenings and the mornings. The speakers typically 

grew up as PKs and communicate from that perspective. The PKs worship together, seek God at the altar 

together, play together and hang out together. We do our best to afford the students special privileges they 

don’t normally get at home—like starting Sunday morning service later so they can sleep in just a little longer 

than normal. In addition to this, we have games, activities, hayrides, s’mores and more fun. Many PKs who 

come year after year will tell you they have made lifelong friends at this retreat. 

I love seeing my 

friends every year and 

having so much fun with 

them. This is the best weekend! 

Ivy Asper 

Christian Life Assembly 

Camp Hill, PA 

My favorite part of PK is 

worshiping with all of my 

friends and the awesome 

activities! 

Ariah Wenrich 

Cross Roads 

Community Church 

Mechanicsburg, PA

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MINISTRY KIDS 

This retreat is usually smaller in nature compared to some of the larger kids and youth retreats our Network 

facilitates. As a result, the PKs get more individualized attention from both our Children’s Ministries Director 

and our Youth Director. The Children’s Ministries department facilitates the PK Retreat for children in grades 

2-6, while the Youth Ministries department facilitates the PK Retreat for teenagers in grades 7-12. The kids 

and youth PKMK Retreats take place simultaneously in separate spaces at the Bongiorno Conference Center. 

Chaperones that have been screened and cleared are provided by the Network. Many chaperones are adult 

PKs who come back to serve the succeeding generations. 

We look forward to the opportunity to serve your family in this way. Your children are not alone; let them 

experience the freedom and fellowship of joining together with other PKs at our next PKMK Retreat. Did we 

mention that this event is FREE? It’s our way of investing in the health of our ministers. 

You get to create bonds with other 

PKs that are unbreakable, and get 

opportunities to be a light for Jesus 

that other people don’t really get to 

experience. 

—Ava Giunta 

Navigate Church, Fairless Hills, PA 

I get a lot of opportunities to invest in 

other people and to be a leader for 

other people to expand the Kingdom 

of God. I love that I get to build 

relationships with other PKs, and 

relate on a different level. We get 

each other. 

—Layla Weidman 

Freedom Life Church, Christiana, PA 


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INVESTING IN 

GLOBAL OUTREACH 

By Jeff Marshall 

God calls people to ministry at different times in their lives. Some he calls to professional 

pastoral ministry, some to lay ministry and others to serve the world as missionaries. 

In 1914, the Assemblies of God was formed following a fresh outpouring of the Holy 

Spirit. Early AG leaders had an immediate concern for the lost, compelling them to take 

the gospel into all the world. This small, fearless group of men and women committed 

themselves in writing to “the greatest evangelism the world has ever seen.” They believed 

both Jesus’ command to reach the whole world and His promise that they would receive 

the Holy Spirit’s power to do it. Have you ever felt God calling you to be a missionary? 

The Assemblies of God continues to be one of the foremost 

sending agencies in the world for those called to serve 

as a world missionary. The first line of contact is the local 

pastor and the world mission’s director/coordinator at 

the local church. Also available is the PennDel Ministry 

Network World Missions Director to assist with the process 

of exploring and applying for missionary appointment. 

AGWM (Assembly of God World Missions) is the portal to 

apply, clarify, evaluate, train and support those feeling called 

to world missions (wideopenmissions.org). Together with 

the PennDel Ministry Network, AGWM assists with training, 

fund raising, language school and much more. Missionary 

training culminates with a commissioning service at the 

conclusion of “Missionary Renewal” in Springfield, MO with 

a phenomenal celebration, including the laying on of hands 

and prayer. The missionary will then continue their itineration 

for a total of 12-18 months, raising funds for their missions’ 

adventure! If you believe that God is calling you to take the 

gospel to the world, we see it as our mission to help you! 

Even though my 

journey in ministry 

and missions started 

years ago, receiving my ministry 

credentials has felt like a 

slingshot through open doors 

and opportunity. I feel like I’ve 

joined a family of new friends 

and mentors who I can truly 

depend on and learn from. 

David & Lauren Perdan 

AG Missionaries 

Japan, Asia Pacific

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MISSIONS TRIP 

OPPORTUNITIES 

Short Term Missions Abroad (STMA) – 

these are one to six months mission trips 

for credential holders by invitation of an 

Assembly of God World Missionary. 

Missionary Associate – one to two year 

journey assisting Career Missionaries. 

This is a foundational experience for 

those considering the possibility of 

a career in missions. MA's have time 

to build stronger relationships with 

local friends, learn the language and 

assimilate into the culture. Credentials 

are not required but recommended to 

become a MA. 

Career Missionary – Individuals who 

have decided to dedicate their lives 

to fulfilling the Great Commission 

overseas as a career missionary. Career 

missionaries have diverse ministries and 

represent a wide range of educational 

and ministry backgrounds, but they all 

express a clear lifetime call to missions. 

To serve as Career Missionary one must 

be licensed, ordained or in the process 

of credentials, have a lifetime call to 

missions, be baptized in the Holy Spirit 

and be endorsed by the Assemblies of 

God World Mission’s department. 

ITINERATION LIST 

Ministers and churches desiring to 

expand their foreign missions program 

can access our PennDel Missionary and 

MA’s Itineration list by logging onto 

their mypenndel account. Included is a 

document listing when missionaries are 

itinerating and when they are abroad. 

Ministers can view this document to 

schedule a missionary of their choice for 

a service. 

MISSIONS 

REPRESENTATIVES 

Each section has a World Mission’s 

Representative who is available to 

assist pastors/churches with specific 

information concerning PennDel 

Missionaries. 

WORLD MISSION 

REPRESENTATIVES ARE 

AVAILABLE TO: 

• Assist in planning world missions trips 

• Find a short term (one to two week) 

missions trip in their section for 

individuals to attend 

• Inform when a missionary has retired 

or been reassigned 

• Assist in planning a world missions 

convention 

• Provide updates and Mission 

moments for missions services 

Whether you are feeling led to explore 

engaging your call to missions, or you 

desire missions resourcing for your 

church or ministry, as a PennDel minister, 

you have access to our Network 

leadership and resources for assistance. 

Contact our Network World Missions 

Director for more information: jeff@ 

penndel.org. 

As we plant the church among those who don’t yet know Jesus, we are humbled 

and deeply grateful for the opportunity to serve as an extension of our PennDel 

churches overseas to help fulfill the Great Commission. In return, PennDel and 

AGWM have been arms underneath us, helping to hold us up and sustain us in 

a third-world country with financial support and prayers. 

—Brett & Rebekah Zeiler 

AG Missionaries , Cambodia, Asia Pacific 


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INVESTING IN 

YOUR FINANCIAL 

STENGTH, 

SECURITY, 

FUTURE 

FINANCIAL RESOURCING 

A wise person knows that savings and retirement planning are prudent financial practices. 

Proverbs gives much fiscal direction to those who serve the Lord, including the wisdom 

of ants who apparently have a savings plan! (Proverbs 6:6-8) The Assemblies of God 

fellowship have provided an retirement instrument (403b) that will aid our ministers 

after their season of full-time ministry. Additionally, our Network has stable savings and 

retirement options available through Heritage Investment Services (HIS Fund). 

The resources of HIS 

Fund, MBA and Cerran 

Enterprises (Randy Rhoads) 

have helped to navigate me 

into my retirement years. The 

seminar PennDel Network 

provides for those planning 

to retire also helped me in my 

preparation! 

Dennis Sproull 

Pastoral Care Pastor 

Christian Life Assembly, 

Camp Hill, PA 

MBA (MINISTERS BENEFIT ASSOCIATION) 

AG Financial (Ministers Benefit Association) offers a 403(b) retirement plan for credentialed 

ministers endorsed by the General Council of the Assemblies of God. The MBA is an exclusive 

benefit to Assembly of God employees and ministers. Participants in this plan may choose to 

contribute to their retirement account pretax or Roth after tax. This plan allows ministers to 

have distributions declared as housing allowances which gives the minister a significant tax 

savings during retirement. (For more information www.agfinancial.org.) 

HIS FUND SAVINGS ACCOUNTS & IRAs 

There are few Kingdom-based savings opportunities that offer a higher interest rate than HIS 

Fund. HIS Fund investments are available to Assemblies of God constituents, including AG 

ministers. Money invested in HIS Fund is used exclusively for ministry purposes – building and 

remodeling churches and ministry facilities, lines of credit and loans for church vehicles. Thus, 

an individual’s investment is used for furthering the gospel and strengthening the church. It 

yields a highly competitive return to the investor and gives the most flexibility for shorter term 

savings and higher yields for longer term investments. These financial benefits are available to 

you as part of the Assemblies of God family! (For more information www.hisfund.com.) 

MINISTERS RETIREMENT CONSULTING RESOURCES 

Randy Rhoads, John Holt and Stan Williams are available resources to assist credentialed 

ministers in finances, including retirement. Each member of this team has experience in 

ministry and finances. All are available to speak with you and/or your church leadership 

team to give information and coaching toward healthy minister compensation, savings and 

retirement optics. Additionally, our Minister Care Lead, Paul Lynn, is available to help direct 

our ministers to financial coaches or consultants. You can start the conversation by emailing 

him at paul@penndel.org.

INVESTING IN CONNECTION 

FROM INDEPENDENT TO INTERDEPENDENT 

By Jeff Marshall 

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I 

was not raised in an Assembly of God home. In fact, from the time I can 

remember I attended a United Methodist church. I even had all the medals 

for perfect attendance at our Sunday School and attended Jumonville, our 

Methodist church camp for years. This is where I accepted Christ as my personal 

savior at a young age. I struggled through my teen years but rededicated my life 

to Christ at age sixteen. I then attended Asbury College in Kentucky, a Christian 

liberal arts college. Following college I attended an independent Pentecostal 

church, where I eventually became the Family Life Pastor. I received my credentials 

with the “Independent Assembly of God International”. I served in that position 

for five years until I felt the Lord’s leading to pursue other avenues. When I left 

the church where I served, I discovered what “Independent” actually meant, 

independent. I was on my own, my credentials were not recognized by other 

fellowships and I had no network of support. I was somewhat isolated and on my 

own to follow the call of God I felt on my life. 

It was during this time that I met Pastor Robert Owen at South Hills Assembly 

of God in Bethel Park, PA. After spending some time with Pastor Owen, he 

encouraged me to pursue credentials with the Assemblies of God. I attended an 

AG church while I was in college and was very comfortable with their beliefs. I 

did some more research and was pleased with what I discovered. They (the AG) 

referred to themselves as a fellowship, not a denomination. That interested me, as 

I felt alone being part of an independent church and credentialing body. I followed 

Pastor Owen’s advice and journeyed through the credentialing process. I took and 

passed the *grueling exam of six-and-a-half hours for license with the interview. All 

twelve of the presbyters were sitting at the table with me at one end and Brother 

Bongiorno at the other end. After a few years, I pursued ordination. The exam 

was still several hours long but the interview much more comfortable. With my 

entrance into the Assemblies of God fellowship, I became part of something so 

much bigger than I ever imagined. I became part of 38,000 pastors with 13,000 

churches nationally and nearly 1,200 pastors and 400 churches in Pennsylvania 

and Delaware alone. 

I was no longer “independent.” I was part of a fellowship of like-minded ministers 

from around the USA and the world. With this fellowship came responsibilities 

and accountability. I had a support system, who knew my name, cared about me, 

encouraged me and was available to me. And when I went to other AG churches, 

I was accepted and recognized with open arms. To me, the Assemblies of God is 

not just a credentialing body, but a place to belong, to build relationships and to 

receive support. Additionally, I can speak into the lives and ministries of others. We 

need and benefit from one another. We are not independent, but interdependent, 

benefiting from each other’s strengths and experiences. I thank God that He called 

me into the ministry and directed me to the Assemblies of God. 

*NOTE: The exam is less strenuous these days, and can be completed in under two 

hours, depending on the individual’s level of anxiety! 

It was one of the best weeks of my life. 

Along with five other ministry couples, we 

laughed a lot, got to know one another 

and prayed for each other. And Double 

Honor paid for it all. 

—Robin McKinley 

Lead Pastor 

Calvary Christian Center 

Pottstown, PA 

What my wife and I discovered by 

attending the Double Honor Retreat is 

that we were absolutely not alone in 

the challenges and discouragements of 

pastoring today. We also experienced 

healing through Spirit-led fellowship with a 

group of strangers who have now become 

lifelong friends. The love, understanding, 

and caring of this new found family, along 

with the guidance of our hosts, restored 

a wholeness and an encouragement for 

ministry we thought we had lost. We were 

truly Doubly honored! 

—Jim Ricci 

Lead Pastor 

The Joy Center of Fountain Hill 

Fountain Hill, PA 


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PERKS FOR AFFILIA 

GENERAL COUNCIL OF THE 

Church health and growth 

strategies. 

Acts2Journey.com 

Inspiring the next generation 

into contagious compassion 

for the lost. 

BGMC.ag.org/Sessions 

Discipleship curriculum 

for all ages. 

BibleEngagementProject.com 

Equipping those called to 

vocational ministry. 

Called.ag.org 

All the tools you need to do 

ministry well! 

ChurchMultiplication.net/Partners 

ChurchMultiplication.net/Funding 

Free guide of 7 measurable 

outcomes for churches to 

develop discipleship strategy. 

Discipleship.ag.org 

Equipping both pastors and 

churches for financial health. 

EmpoweringStewardship.com 

Activity-based small group 

for girls and young ladies, 

ages K-12. 

NGM.ag.org 

Digital learning community 

for KidMin leaders. 

KidMinHydrate.org 

A team-based tool to help 

kids learn God's Word and 

build faith that lasts a lifetime. 

BibleFactPack.com 

Strategize, train and resource 

ministries designed for 

children. 

KidMin.ag.org 

Providing evangelical 

resources for missionaries 

and missionary partners. 

LFTL.ag.org 

OUR CHURCH O

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LIATING WITH THE 

THE ASSEMBLIES OF GOD 

VBS curriculum that focuses 

on evangelism and impacts 

your community. 

MEGASportsCamp.com 

A national network of men 

taking a stand for Christ 

and resourcing local men's 

ministries. 

Men.ag.org 

Equipping spirit-empowered 

people through discipleship 

tools, curriculum and other 

resources. 

MyHealthyChurch.com 

Activity-based small group 

for boys and young men, 

ages K-12. 

RoyalRangers.com 

Resources to assist the local 

church in providing quality 

ministry to senior adults. 

SAM.ag.org 

Raising an unconventional 

generation of students to 

reach the lost around the world. 

SpeedTheLight.com 

Championing and equipping 

women to know Jesus and walk 

in their God-given purpose. 

Women.ag.org 

Mobilizing students to reach 

other students & empowering 

churches to connect with their 

local schools. 

Youth.ag.org/Participate/ 

Youth-Alive 

Equipping the church until 

all students know Jesus, 

including Bible Quiz, Fine Arts 

and more. 

Youth.ag.org 

OUR FAMILY 


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WHY MINISTERIAL 

CREDENTIALS ARE 

NECESSARY 

“Credentials” are a way of life to contemporary culture. You need a 

license to drive an automobile on public roads. You need a pilot’s 

license to legally fly an airplane. You are required to have a license in 

most places to hunt or fish on public lands or waters. You can do all of 

these things (drive, fly, hunt or fish) without a license, but doing them 

legally in public settings makes the difference. 

In the professional world, a variety of trades and 

professions require credentialing. Nurses, doctors, 

teachers, attorneys and cosmetologists all need 

credentials. Likewise, some electricians and mechanics 

need certifications for their particular fields. Once again, 

you can get a hair cut from a non-certified beautician, and 

you can get legal or medical advice from someone who 

has not had professional training or completed state board 

testing…but to function professionally, credentials are 

often required. 

Ministry often relies on an individual church or organization 

to determine standards for recognizing proficiency and 

evidence of a Divine call. In the United States, because 

of the first amendment, the government has very little 

say in this process. Thus, an individual can declare 

themselves called and equipped, or a religious body 

can establish standards of credentialing as seems best to 

their understanding of what may be required biblically 

and ecclesiastically. Because of the subjective nature 

of ministerial credentialing, the standards for being a 

recognized minister vary greatly from minister to ministry 

setting. Some would argue that credentials are completely 

unnecessary, stating that it is God who calls individuals into 

ministry, and that man’s credentialing processes are flawed 

and faulty. However, an equally strong argument could be 

made that an individual’s claims have been observed to be 

flawed and faulty as well. 

The Assemblies of God has developed a credentialing 

process that regards the profession of an individual as 

confirmed by Spirit-filled, experienced elders. Ministry 

preparation options make way for a balanced approach 

to formal training in basic competencies in a variety of 

settings that range from formal college-level degree 

programs to in-home, self-paced training options. The 

individual preparing for ministry has the discretion to 

determine which training pathway is financially and 

practically applicable to their life context. Approved 

ministry preparation pathways include courses on the 

Bible, how to interpret and teach it, and other practical

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ministry competencies, such as pastoral counseling 

and administrative issues. In 2 Timothy 3:14-17, 

the Apostle Paul reminds his younger student to 

be mindful of the training that he had received, 

especially in the scriptures, to fulfill his call to 

ministry. Ministry preparation and recognition by 

spiritual elders is easily recognized throughout 

the New Testament (Acts 13:1-3, 1 Timothy 4:14, 

et al.). Ministerial coordination, cooperation and 

accountability are also identified in practice by 

the early church (Acts 11:1-18, Acts 15:6-31, et al.). 

Although formal ministerial credentials were not 

issued in the biblical record, the process of formally 

recognizing a Divine call to ministry is certainly 

evidenced. 

My credentials have propelled me into a level of 

successful ministry that has added esteem and great 

aplomb to the call of God on my life. Due to this, my 

ability to shepherd the flock is no longer in question and 

has been affirmed. 

Luke Yoder 

Youth Pastor 

Celebration Community Church, Dillsburg, PA 

There are many practical benefits to ministerial 

credentials. Credentials affirm that the call to 

ministry is not a self-proclaimed aspiration, but 

is recognized and affirmed by others who have 

substantial training, experience and discernment. 

Ministerial credentials provide evidence of training 

and recognition to those in the church and in 

the marketplace where such evidence may be 

necessary to function as a minister, chaplain or other 

clergy-specific roles. AG ministerial credentials 

provide a functional “letter of introduction” to our 

wide network of churches in the United States. 

They give a level of assurance of “good-standing” 

because they are renewed annually. The level 

of credential (certified, license or ordained) 

demonstrates a level of diligence to continued 

development and completion of rudimentary 

preparation and affirmation standards. Ultimately, 

as with any credential in any field, the value of the 

credential is affirmed or debated on the basis of the 

quality of ministry demonstrated by the credential 

holder. 

Being called to ministry by the Lord is a humbling 

privilege. Receiving the affirmation and recognition 

of this Divine call is a distinct honor. Faithfulness 

in service, fruitfulness in ministry, and receiving 

a credential to serve as a ministry opens doors 

of possibility in churches and other ministry 

assignments. We invite you to explore your call to 

ministry and engage that call within the Assemblies 

of God Fellowship. You can contact us at 

717-795-5921, or visit our website for more 

information at www.penndel.org/credentials. 


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You feel the call of God 

upon your life, now what? 

The first step is talk with your Lead Pastor, then log onto the PennDel 

website which is www.penndel.org – select Resources – Ministerial 

Credentialing and Steps to Apply, which is a credential inquiry form or 

scan the QR code. You will find a step by step process for credentialing 

with the Assemblies of God as well as a wealth of information 

regarding the qualifications needed for credentials, education, exam 

and interview requirements as well as other tools to assist you in your 

journey to obtain credentials. Our Network office is available to guide 

you through each step of the credentialing process as you fulfill the call 

of God upon your life.

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STEPS TO APPLYING FOR CREDENTIALS 

THE FOLLOWING STEPS ARE FOR THOSE LOOKING TO OBTAIN THEIR 

CREDENTIALS FOR THE FIRST TIME WITH THE ASSEMBLIES OF GOD. 

STEP 1 INQUIRY FORM 

Please complete the Applicant Inquiry Form and someone from our office 

will contact you. An initial interview with your Lead Pastor and Sectional 

Presbyter will be required. 

My credentials have a great deal of 

value for me and the community in which 

I serve. It provides more opportunities 

to minister to vulnerable populations 

and serve the Lord in a more meaningful 

matter. It gives a sense of responsibility, 

accountability, credibility and unity. It also 

shows that I am not left alone, and that 

the support of the entire AG community is 

available to me. 

Reginald Nesamoni 

Lead Pastor 

Harvest International Church, 

Philadelphia, PA 

This whole process has been 

amazing! From the course work 

to the exam preparation. It has 

challenged me to uncover the why 

behind all that we do. 

—Robyn Geisler 

Children's Ministry 

Christian Life Church, Bensalem, PA 

For more information 

scan the QR code or visit 

penndel.org/credentialing: 

STEP 2 EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS 

After you received approval from your lead pastor and sectional presbyter, 

you may move forward with the application process. Please have an official 

transcript of your education sent to Janice Garmen at janice@penndel. 

org. An education review will be conducted. 

STEP 3 APPLICATION PACKET 

When all the educational requirements have been met, then an application 

packet will be emailed to you. All forms must be completed in their entirety 

(no unanswered questions will be accepted) and returned to the PennDel 

Ministry Network along with your credential application fee. 

STEP 4 EXAMS 

After an applicant’s references have been received along with a satisfactory 

Background Check, all information will be reviewed. The applicant will 

receive an email with approval and instructions on scheduling their 

credential exams. 

STEP 5 INTERVIEW 

After successfully completing the credential exams, applicants will be 

notified via email of their interview date with the PennDel Credential 

Committee. Upon receiving the Credential Committee’s recommendation, 

the applicant’s materials will be sent to General Council for their final 

review and approval. 


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