Local Licence holders function as extensions of their Local Church’s ministry to its community.
The sphere of ministry of those who hold a Local Licence is to be determined by the pastor under whose direction they are working. Such ministries may include Prison Ministry, Hospital Visitation, Nursing Home Ministry, Small group leadership, etc. which are all an extension of a local church. Local license holders may fulfill all ministerial duties presented by the local church with the exception of the solemnization of marriage.
All applicants seeking a local license must meet the following qualifications: