FCM's history began in the late 1960s. We were founded by men who had left the active Roman Catholic priesthood, often to marry. They had found institutional rules to be too constricting. Because they wanted to continue to engage in ministry, they founded FCM. Today we call our ordination procedure “Commissioning.” We conduct a rigorous
We are a convention of faith communities and churches, gathering and inspiring Christians and individual ministers. Ministering to God’s people, we serve as equals and partners by providing pastoral and spiritual care, leading worship services, and officiating at weddings, baptisms, and funerals. We offer spiritual direction, lead retreats, and offer healing and interfaith outreach.You can
Commissioning (our word for ordination) is open to all members of FCM. Membership and subsequent commissioning are not restricted on the basis of attributes such as gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, or any other classification.
Membership dues are required each year and can be found on the membership page. There are costs associated with commissioning (ordination) as well as ecclesiastical endorsement for those members who seek those authorizations for ministry.
If you are currently or previously ordained or otherwise authorized for ministry in another tradition, please provide evidence of your ordination/authorization when completing your application for Commissioning with FCM. While FCM is not in automatic communion with any other faith tradition at this time, your current or prior affiliation is an important part of your
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