It has been our experience that many Christian Universalist clergy find themselves forced to turn to "credential mills" to obtain ordination documentation and other services because they so often cannot, in good conscience, embrace the creeds of most mainline denominations. We understand and have decided to do something about it. Hence, the Evangelical Universalist Communion.

As mentioned earlier, the Evangelical Universalist Communion is not a "credential mill." The EUC does not sell ordination certificates or phony theological degrees. Neither does the EUC credential "wedding ministries" or other suspect works.The EUC will ordain only men to the ministry. While we realize this position will not be popular, we believe it is scriptural.

Initially, the EUC will act as a repository for the credentials of Christian Universalist clergy who have been previously ordained or licensed by a valid denomination, local church, or, in certain cases, ministerial fellowship. The candidate for transfer of credentials will be asked to provide copies of all ordination documents,personal references,statement of belief and copies of a criminal background check.

This is an appropriate place to present the Communion's position regarding education and ordination. Unlike many legitimate denominations, the Evangelical Universalist Communion does not require college or seminary training for ordination. This does not mean the Communion does not value education; in fact, the Communion encourages its clergy to obtain as much education as possible, present it to Christ, and use it for His glory. We do, however, acknowledge that Christian Universalists find themselves in a difficult position when it comes to seeking admission to evangelical Bible colleges and/or seminaries. Therefore, no man called by God to the ministry will be denied ordination simply on the basis of lack of formal education. The Lord has many ways of preparing His servants and we view college and seminary as only two of those ways. Thanks to the multitude of quality resources available today, there are many alternative ways in which the Christian Universalist minister may prepare himself for useful service.

The EUC stands ready to assist any candidate for the Gospel Ministry in his quest for training.The Communion is designing a course of study, the EUC Theological Institute, whereby candidates for ordination may gain a good, basic theological education. Though reading and writing intensive, the emphasis of the program is placed upon substance rather than style. Work will be submitted via e-mail, read by an advisor and returned with suggestions. All work will be graded on a Pass/Fail basis. Upon completion of the program, the candidate will be awarded a Diploma in Theology (Dipl.Theo.)
It should be noted that successful completion of the Communion's course of study is not a guarantee of ordination.

Concerning diversity ... The Evangelical Universalist Communion was founded to serve as an ecclesiastical home for Christian Universalist clergy. The Communion understands that there will be honest differences of understanding on some doctrines among its members concerning some doctrines; however, it should be remembered that this Communion is explicitly Christian and committed to the evangelical faith.

It should be kept in mind by all that there will be clergy members coming together from many Christian backgrounds. There will be clergy from Reformed traditions, while others will come from non-reformed backgrounds. There will be adherents to covenant theology and dispensationalism and even biblical unitarianism. Some will come out of fundamentalism while others will have been nurtured in pentecostal or charismatic settings. It is our goal to major on the basic doctrines of the universal Reformed principles found in the five Solas listed below. Just as they were the "Pillars of the Reformation," so are they the pillars of the Evangelical Universalist Church.It is the position of this communion that as long as its members remain committed to these principles, they will remain committed to the Word of God and maintain "the unity of the Spirit" and the "bond of peace."

The roots of the Evangelical Universalist Communion are in the Protestant Reformation. The five great Pillars of the Reformation are the foundations of the Evangelical Universalist Communion.:
Sola Scriptura -- Scripture Alone.
Sola Gratia -- Grace Alone.
Solo Christo -- By Christ Alone.
Sola Fide -- Faith Alone.
Soli Deo Gloria -- Glory to God Alone.

For additional information, please contact The Evangelical Universalist Communion via the "Request Information" box below. We will respond to your inquiry as quickly as possible.

Sincerely,
Jackson Martin, Steward