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Step 1 - Complete Application

Step 1 - Complete Application

1. Complete the fillable .pdf application by clicking on the "Applicant Inquiry Form" button
2. Pay the $140 application fee.
3. Complete the application for membership.
4. Sign your completed application.
When you submit for signature, be sure you receive an email to sign the application. 

Step 2 - Information Gathering

Step 2 - Information Gathering

  1. Approve the request to conduct a background check, if applicable. This will be sent from Protect My Ministry.
  2. Feel free to follow up with your references.
Step 3 - Review

Step 3 - Review

A call with the IMF Review Board will be scheduled.  IMF Review Board will then make a decision on your membership.

Step 4 - Activation

Step 4 - Activation

When you are approved, you must complete the following in order to activate:

  1. Sign the covenant.
  2. Pay your first membership fee.
Applicant Inquiry Form

IMF Membership Benefits

  • Ordination And Ministry Licensing Services
  • Ecclesiastical Endorsement For Military And Civilian Chaplains
  • Mission Sending Agency
  • Ministry Consulting Services
  • Pastoral Support And Prayer Network
  • Parachurch Worker Assistance
  • Training Opportunities
  • National & Regional Conferences
  • Mentoring And Discipleship
  • Annual Chaplain Training Event
  • Resources Such As Electronic Resource Library, Monthly Newsletters, Leadership Training Videos, Podcast, And Webinars
  • Bookkeeping Services
  • IMF Cares Fund
  • Retirement Planning - 403(B)(9)
  • And More!
I joined IMF because I wanted an interdenominational fellowship association for my military chaplaincy ministry. In a time of increasing fracturing and division within the church, it is refreshing to be part of a group of people from all different backgrounds who are focused on the gospel. I appreciate the support and encouragement I receive from this body.

Jason Cassell

I was an ordained minister with IMF since 2009. This ministerial credential has helped me to be recognized by the churches who invited me to preach and minister in the churches in Singapore. I thank God for such opportunities to be able to serve God.

Raymond Sim

IMF is a vital part of my ministry and Spiritual life. I joined in 1994 along with my late husband, Paris. Paris only lived one year but I stayed connected to this ministry. IMF truly loves the Lord, it shows, and makes a difference.

Gail Favors

I am so thankful for IMF and the way they have come alongside of me as I pursue the call to prison ministry! There are daily challenges and obstacles in this type of service but God continues to show Himself faithful behind the wall as we seek to represent and tell of Jesus!

Jason Cassell

*Non-Credentialed members hold general member status. They are included in our membership but are not authorized by IMF to perform sacerdotal services. They may participate in all issues referred to the general membership by the Board of Directors for vote and are welcome to participate in all activities sponsored by IMF. They qualify to receive all support services as offered to all members by the Fellowship. 

An Associate Member (Non-Credentialed) of IMF is entitled to all the rights and privileges accorded to a General Member. Ordained or Licensed clergy who join IMF as Associate Members are accorded the same respect as an IMF member with their clerical standing. The Associate Member may be credentialed by their own denomination. We honor them, and the ministry God has established through their faithful service to Christ. 

We have made many friends over the years working across denominational lines. In some instances, a membership in IMF has been transitional for several years while the member works toward full ordination in their own denomination. Other times circumstances prevent the candidate from pursuing ordination in their own denomination and we are able to serve their denominational church and the member in a special role for a longer period of time. We are thankful that we are able to serve in whatever situation best meets their needs. Often when they have accomplished personal goals that might require them to otherwise leave IMF, they choose to continue a relationship with us as an Associate Member because they know we love, honor and desire to cooperate in whatever way we can. IMF sees itself as a good “team player” in the Body of Christ. 

Also, we often have Christian businessmen who want to be a part of what we are doing, but do not feel called as a clergy person and prefer to affiliate as an Associate Member. We welcome them. We need them and their business knowledge to help us chart the course for this ministry. It takes many—praying, giving and going—to accomplish the Great Commission. 

Faith Promise

IMF is supported, almost exclusively, by its members. As such, we ask each of our members to support IMF on a monthly basis as a part of their monthly tithe. They do this by selecting a giving club as a part of their application process. The amounts below reflect a monthly gift.

Giving Clubs:

  • Guardian Angel- $1000
  • Patron Saint- $500
  • King David’s Guard of Valor- $100
  • Joseph’s Storehouse of Grain- $50  The Gideon Club- $25
  • King Joash’s Treasury Chest- $15
  • Centurion Guard (required for military and civilian chaplains)- 5% of monthly income
  • Aaron & Hur- 1% of monthly income
  • The Lord’s Supply- Another amount that fits your situation best.

Ready to Join the Family?

Welcome to the Membership Application Process! We are so excited to serve you! Please begin by clicking the button below. Once you've paid your application fee, you will see the next portion of the application process. Please reach out to us at imfmembership@imfserves.org with any questions.

Applying for individual membership? Start the process by clicking the button below. You will select your desired rostering level (Ordained Minister, Licensed Minister, Special Ministry License, Commissioned Minister, Christian Worker, or Associate Member) later in the application process.

Applicant Inquiry Form

Alliance Church Application

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Ready to Submit Your Application?

Once completed, please submit your application using the appropriate button provided below. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at imfmembership@imfserves.org.

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