Lead Pastor’s Reference Form – Southern New England Ministry Network of the Assemblies of God

“I vouch for him that he is working hard for you and for those at Laodicea and Hierapolis.” Colossians 4:13 (NIV)

Someone from your ministry has submitted an application for ministerial credentials with the Southern New England Ministry Network of the Assemblies of God. As the applicant’s Pastor, and one acquainted with their ministry, we ask your honest opinion regarding their qualifications to fill the sacred trust as a minister of the Gospel. We value your judgment and appreciate your cooperation. Thank you for taking the time to complete this form as fully as possible. Feel free to attach extra sheets if needed to fully answer any of the questions.

Applicant's Name *

First

Last

1. How have you known the applicant? *

Personally
Socially
Casually
Professionally

2. Are you related to the applicant? *

3. How long have you known the applicant?

0 - 1 year
1 - 3 years
3 - 5 years
5 - 10+ years

4. How frequently does the applicant attend church? *

Regularly
Occasionally
Seldom
Don't Know

6. In what ways has the applicant served or volunteered in ministry? *

7. In your observation does the applicant have a consistent devotional life? *

Yes
No
Don't Know

8. Does the applicant give evidence of living a spirit-filled life? *

Yes
No
Don't Know

9. Does the applicant have a record of consistent tithing support of the local church? *

Yes
No
Don't Know

10. If you do not have knowledge of their tithing participation, who would have knowledge of this record?

11. What are the applicant's greatest strengths as it relates to their ministry role?

12. What are the areas that the applicant needs to grow?

16. Please rate the applicant in the following categories:

18. Was the applicant's call into ministry evident to you? *

20. Would you without hesitation vouch for and recommend that the applicant be granted credentials for ministry? *

Yes
With Reservation
Not at this time

Please fully explain your answer. If you said, “Not at this time” please articulate what the applicant would need to do for you to say “yes.”

As the applicant’s Pastor, the Network would like you to be part of this process. Are you willing to vouch for the applicant and accompany him/her to their credential interview? *

INFORMATION RELATIVE TO APPLICANT'S SPOUSE

Applicant's Marital Status:

Married
Not Married

Pastor's Information

Pastor's Name *

First

Last

Name of Church *

Church Address

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

Pastor's Cell Phone *

Pastor's Email *

Pastor's Signature *

By typing my name here, I am digitally signing this document, I hereby certify that all statements provided are true and correct.

Name