• Started an Independent Ministry

    You would be happy to know that since my ordination, under Rose Ministries, I have begun an independent ministry in my community. With that, I have established a location for this ministry and a branch of a Bible College and Seminary. In February my assistant and I will be taking training from the home office so that upon our return we will be able to begin registering students and hiring instructors for classes.
    God Bless You! Thank you!
    Rev. M. Roy, Ph. D.

  • Wedding Went Ahead as Planned

    I am very pleased to say that everything worked out beautifully in the end. I was able to become official with the newest letters that you sent me and the wedding went ahead as planned. A great success!
    Thank you for all your hard work. You made a lot of people very happy indeed.

  • Providing a way for female clergy to practice their beliefs

    I received your letters in the mail Monday morning August 29th & I rushed over to the City Clerk’s office. Thank you so much — everything went smoothly & it was all a success! I even thanked [my friend] for recommending me to your ministry.
    Once again - God Bless & thank you for providing a way for female clergy to practice their beliefs.
    Rev. C. Thomas

  • ...so hard for women in the ministry...

    Thank You so much, ... it is so hard for women in ministry, but praise be to God, he can open a door that no man can shut!
    Gratefully yours, Evangelist J. C. Kirk

  • Successful trip to county clerk’s office

    I made my monumental trip to the county clerks office on Dec. 17 and I received my marriage officiating license from NYC with no problem. I apologize for doubting your powers of ordination and I express my absolute gratitude in your assistance to me. ...expressing my kindest thoughts to your organization....
    Minister DaPonte

  • Officiating Mother’s Wedding!

    What a blessing it is to know that more women are involved in a world where our voices are needed. My mother asked me to marry her and because of your beautiful work, I can. Thank you.

Become Ordained

Legally Officiate the Wedding of a Friend or Family Member

Become an Ordained Minister, officiate wedding ceremonies for friends and family members, or provide services to those in need. The process is simple and quick.

As a legally licensed member of the clergy, you are able to perform religious rites, including marriages, funerals, and baptisms. Once ordained, you will be legally recognized virtually anywhere as a minister. Simply choose a package below to begin.

Rose Ministries is a non-denominational ministry committed to the rights of the individual to experience the divine according to their own personal beliefs.

John states, in the New testament, that “you have not chosen me, but I have chosen you, and ordained you, that ye should go and bring forth fruit, and that your fruit should remain: that whatsoever ye shall ask of the Father in my name, he may give it you.

We believe women have the same right to be ordained as men. (See Judges for supporting scripture.)

As a minister ordained by Rose Ministries you can start your own church, preside at weddings, or conduct any religious ceremony. Whether for a single ceremony or as a business, ordination grants you the full rights and privileges accorded ministers and priests of any major religion.

With the credentials granted as part of your Rose Ministries ordination, you can legally provide all manner of religious services, and form a church, as a full or part-time business. You may qualify for tax-free status, and even accept money for your services.

Rose Ministries was formed to support individuals in forming a ministry according to their own calling and beliefs. Encouraging the pursuit of truth by all, without the prejudices and discriminations of the major denominations.

Ordination Packages

Premium Downloadable

$49.95

STARTER

Premium Downloadable Ordination Package
  • Official Ordination
  • One Year License Included (Lifetime Upgrade Available)
  • Certification of Ordination
  • Deluxe credit card style Wallet ID
  • Clip-on Clergy Badge
  • Wedding and Baptism certificates
  • Wedding, funeral, and baptism ceremonies
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Select plan

Certificate and cards imprinted with your name, title , and member ID.

More Info...

Available downloadable (customizable) files: Wedding and Baptism certificates; and Sample wedding, funeral, and baptism ceremonies.

Wedding Business

$89.95

PROFESSIONAL

Wedding Business Ordination Package
  • Official Ordination
  • One Year License Included (Lifetime Upgrade Available)
  • Certification of Ordination
  • Deluxe credit card style Wallet ID
  • Clip-on Clergy Badge
  • Five Wedding Certificates
  • A Wedding Ceremony to Remember
  • Start Your Own Wedding Consultant Business

Select Package

Includes everything you need to start your own Wedding Consultant Business, whether full or part-time. This is an ideal home-based business.

More Info...

Includes A Wedding Ceremony to Remember: Perfect Words For The Perfect Wedding. Choose from 9 complete ceremonies, a variety of Vows, Readings, Prayers and Blessings, Wedding Traditions and other Special Touches to design your ceremony and make it uniquely you. An Order of Service, Program Samples, Diagrams, Rehearsal and Ceremony Worksheets assist you with all the details that make your decisions “a piece of cake.”

Also includes Start Your Own Wedding Consultant Business: Your Step-By-Step Guide to Success. Say “I Do” to Success. From wedding bells to wedding bills, gain an inside look at the billion dollar wedding industry and learn how to earn your next pay check coordinating the “big” day of today’s brides and grooms. Discover the newest wedding trends, such as destination weddings, tapas-style catering, disposable video cameras, wedding logos and more. Plus, learn everything else you need to know to start and run a successful wedding consultant business.

Basic

$29.95

BUDGET

Basic Ordination Package
  • Official Ordination
  • One Year License Included (Lifetime Upgrade Available)
  • Certification of Ordination
  • Deluxe credit card style Wallet ID
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Select plan

Certificate and cards imprinted with your name, title , and member ID.

Wedding Officiate

$80.00

POPULAR

Wedding Officiate Package
  • Official Ordination
  • One Year License Included (Lifetime Upgrade Available)
  • Certification of Ordination
  • Deluxe credit card style Wallet ID
  • Clip-on Clergy Badge
  • Keepsake Wedding Certificates
  • A Wedding Ceremony to Remember
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Select plan

Includes everything you need to start your own Wedding Consultant Business, whether full or part-time. This is an ideal home-based business.

More Info...

Includes A Wedding Ceremony to Remember: Perfect Words For The Perfect Wedding. Choose from 9 complete ceremonies, a variety of Vows, Readings, Prayers and Blessings, Wedding Traditions and other Special Touches to design your ceremony and make it uniquely you. An Order of Service, Program Samples, Diagrams, Rehearsal and Ceremony Worksheets assist you with all the details that make your decisions “a piece of cake.”

Full-Service

$149.95

PROFESSIONAL

Full-Service Minister's Ordination Package
  • Official Ordination
  • One Year License Included (Lifetime Upgrade Available)
  • Certification of Ordination
  • Deluxe credit card style Wallet ID
  • Clip-on Clergy Badge
  • Wedding and Baptism certificates
  • Minister's Service Manual
  • The Pastor's Guide to Weddings and Funerals
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Includes everything you need to start a Full-Service Ministry, with resources to perform Weddings, Baptisms, Funerals, Worship Services and more.

More Info...

Includes Minister's Service Manual, by Samuel Ward Hutton, is a compact and valuable resource for ministers. It contains 250 pages packed with information that you will refer to again and again. It contains six chapters covering marriages, illness and funerals, special occasions, church procedures, leading public worship and record keeping.

Also includes The Pastor's Guide to Weddings and Funerals, by Victor D. Lehman. This field guide offers both theological perspective and practical ideas, including helpful checklists and practical resources, suggested songs and Scriptures, sermon outlines and sample wedding vows, and funeral services-all designed to help you create tailor-made ceremonies and services.

Ultimate Minister's

$189.95

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Ultimate Minister's Ordination Package
  • Official Ordination
  • One Year License Included (Lifetime Upgrade Available)
  • Certification of Ordination
  • Deluxe credit card style Wallet ID
  • Clip-on Clergy Badge
  • Wedding and Baptism certificates
  • Minister's Service Manual
  • The Pastor's Guide to Weddings and Funerals
  • A Wedding Ceremony to Remember
  • Start Your Own Wedding Consultant Business

Select plan

The Ultimate Minister's Package, with resources to perform Weddings, Baptisms, Funerals, Worship Services and more. Includes everything in the Full-Service Minister's Package, and more.

More Info...

Includes:

Minister's Service Manual, by Samuel Ward Hutton, is a compact and valuable resource for ministers. It contains 250 pages packed with information that you will refer to again and again. It contains six chapters covering marriages, illness and funerals, special occasions, church procedures, leading public worship and record keeping.

The Pastor's Guide to Weddings and Funerals, by Victor D. Lehman. This field guide offers both theological perspective and practical ideas, including helpful checklists and practical resources, suggested songs and Scriptures, sermon outlines and sample wedding vows, and funeral services-all designed to help you create tailor-made ceremonies and services.

A Wedding Ceremony to Remember, by Marty Younkin. Perfect Words For The Perfect WeddingChoose from 9 complete ceremonies, a variety of Vows, Readings, Prayers and Blessings, Wedding Traditions and other Special Touches to design your ceremony and make it uniquely you. An Order of Service, Program Samples, Diagrams, Rehearsal and Ceremony Worksheets assist you with all the details that make your decisions “a piece of cake.”

Entrepreneur Magazine's Start Your Own Wedding Consultant Business by Eileen F. Sandlin. It's the most special day in many couples' lives and everything needs to be perfect. But with weddings becoming larger, costlier, and more complex, many would-be newlyweds are turning to professional wedding consultants for help. This book shows you what you need to know to start and run a successful wedding consultant service.

As a Legally Ordained Clergy Member

  • Perform wedding ceremonies. Officiate in all 50 states.
  • Share your personal religious beliefs with others.
  • Earn the respect automatically accorded members of the clergy.
  • Qualify for tax free status as religious order.
  • Earn Money. If you wish, you can legally charge for the religious rites you perform; including weddings, funerals, services, and more!
  • Lead, (even create your own!), religious ceremonies and rites as a legally ordained member of the clergy.
  • Open a church to spread the fellowship of believers.
  • Legal in all 50 states. Some areas may require registration before conducting wedding ceremonies. (Everything you should need is included with our packages.)
  • As a Pastor, Minister, Cleric, Priest, Clergy-Member, Bishop: Ordained Clergy Members everywhere are provided preferred treatment, even price discounts, as a show of respect towards legally ordained religious leaders.
  • Begin a prison ministry and bring hope and faith to those within.
  • Conduct ceremonies for funerals.
  • Choose your own title: Minister, Reverend, Pastor, Cleric... you decide.

Become Ordained Now



Religious and Moral Vaccine Exemptions

Any decision regarding whether or not an individual accepts a vaccination must balance multiple scientific, moral, ethical, religious, and personal freedom factors against one’s civic and moral responsibilities.

In general becoming vaccinated is an individual’s “fair contribution to collective harm prevention, and ultimately to an important global public good from which they themselves benefit significantly.”1 As such, the use of safe and effective vaccines as a way of safeguarding personal and public health should be encouraged.

This document and all references are presented as guidance and for the consideration of Rose Ministries independent clergy members, and do not necessarily represent the beliefs of Rose Ministries, are not intended to be legal advice, and do not address all facets that should be considered. Just as requesting an exemption from a vaccine is multi-faceted, so too is the decision or ability of an entity (e.g., civic authority, employer, or school) to accept a requested exemption based on a myriad of factors.

However, it is also important to accommodate those that have made a judgment in conscience to refuse a vaccine based on ethical and moral considerations, such as:

  • Bioethical: Objecting to vaccines produced using human cells lines derived from abortions.
  • Morality: Feeling others, more needful or at higher risk, should be vaccinated before they accept a vaccinate for a vaccine in limited supply.
  • Medical Ethics or Therapeutic Proportionality: One might also decide, in their case, the risks of a vaccination may not outweigh the therapeutic benefits. Such risks may include undesirable side-effects and other burdens on the person.

Above all, to paraphrase the Catholic bioethics center2, vaccines are not morally obligatory in principle and a person must be free to follow their conscience. Rose Ministries ordains independent clergy and firmly believes in their right and responsibility to follow what they believe to be just and right. We also believe in the freedom of religion granted to us by the United States Constitution.

Myself, I am fully vaccinated.

I must stress that it is your moral duty to act in a responsible manner that does not endanger others. Please keep this in mind if you do request a vaccine exemption.

We have included a template, below, for our ordained independent clergy members to request a religious or moral vaccine exemption as they feel led. Please feel free to copy and modify as needed for your specific situation, be sure to insert applicable details (highlighted in purple below) where indicated.

 

Sincerely,

Rev. William Hall


  1. Alberto Giubilini et al, “The ‘Ethical’ COVID-19 Vaccine is the One that Preserves Lives: Religious and Moral Beliefs on the COVID-19 Vaccine”
  2. The National Cacholic Bioethics Center, https://www.ncbcenter.org/ncbc-news/vaccineletter (7 July 2021) & Luis F. Card. Ladaria, S.I. Prefect, Vatican, Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, “Note on the morality of using some anit-Covid-19 vaccines”, https://www.vatican.va/roman_curia/congregations/cfaith/documents/rc_con_cfaith_doc_20201221_nota-vaccini-anticovid_en.html (21 December 2020)


[leave blank or insert name of your ministry]
[your ordained title and name]


[date]

To whom it may concern,

As a duly ordained [“clergy member of ” or “independent clergy member of Rose Ministries”] I am seeking an exemption from the immunization requirement for [insert vaccine here (for example “COVID-19”)] on [“religious” or “moral”] grounds. I believe, and my ministry teaches, that individuals have a moral duty to decline certain vaccines.

[“My ministry” or name of your ministry] teaches that a person may be required to refuse a medical intervention, including a vaccination, if the person’s informed conscience leads them to this sure judgment. While [name of your ministry] teachings do not prohibit the use of any vaccine, and generally encourage the use of safe and effective vaccines as a way of safeguarding personal and public health, these teachings are the religious foundation upon which a member may determine if they ought to refuse certain vaccines:

[add, remove, or edit these bullet items as may be appropriate for your ministry’s beliefs -- remember you may be asked to prove your argument as expressed below]
Vaccination is not a moral obligation in principle, and so must be voluntary.
There is a general moral duty to reduce the use of any product, medical or otherwise, including certain vaccines, that are produced or tested using human cell lines derived from abortions. It may be permissible to use such vaccines under certain case-specific conditions, based on a judgment of conscience.
A person’s informed judgments about the therapeutic proportionality of medical interventions are to be respected unless they contradict the moral teachings of [“my ministry” or name of your ministry].
A person is morally obligated to obey their sure conscience.


Another religious and moral leader, the Catholic Church, teaches “Conscience is the aboriginal Vicar of Christ”. We believe, to again quote from a Catholic catechism, that “conscience is the law of the mind”. Conscience is the moral and religious compass by which all thinking and morally driven people must follow.

Therefore, if one comes to an informed and sure judgment in conscience that they should not receive a vaccine, [“my ministry” or name of your ministry] requires that the person follow their judgment of conscience and refuse the vaccine. What we agree to and teach is best expressed by another paraphrase of a Catholic catechism “One has the right to act in conscience and in freedom so as personally to make moral decisions. ‘A person must not be forced to act contrary to their conscience. Nor must they be prevented from acting according to their conscience, especially in religious matters.”

I do realize and accept that this may require me to undertake additional measures to ensure that my actions do not in any way bring harm to others.

Sincerely,
[your ordained title and name]

Minister, Reverend... What to call the ordained?

Minister, Reverend, Cleric, Chaplian? What do they all mean? The definitions here are not definitive; many of the major denominations apply their own meanings, others have picked up differing connotations based on the traditions which use the term. Once you decide to be ordained, this list can help you decide on an appropriate title for your ministry.

    Reverend

  • a title of respect for a clergyman
  • a member of the clergy and a spiritual leader of the Christian Church

    Minister

  • a person authorized to conduct religious worship
  • one officiating or assisting the officiant in church worship
  • a clergyman especially of a Protestant communion
  • the superior of one of several religious orders

    Priest

  • a clergyman in Christian churches who has the authority to perform or administer various religious rites
  • a spiritual leader in a non-Christian religion
  • one authorized to perform the sacred rites of a religion especially as a mediatory agent between humans and God
  • ranked below bishop and above deacon

    Cleric

  • A member of the clergy of a religion, especially one that has trained or ordained priests, preachers, or other religious professionals

    Bishop

  • a clergyman having spiritual and administrative authority
  • appointed in Christian churches to oversee priests or ministers
  • considered in some churches to be successors of the twelve apostles of Christ

    Monsignor

  • an ecclesiastical title of honor bestowed on some priests

    Prelate

  • A prelate is a member of the clergy having a special canonical jurisdiction over a territory or a group of people
  • usually, a prelate is a bishop. Prelate sometimes refers to the clergy of a state church with a formal hierarchy, and suggests that the prelate enjoys legal privileges and power as a result of clerical status

    Kahuna

  • Originally, “Kahuna” was the Hawaiian title for a shaman, and the term is still used in that context by some native Hawaiians.
  • A priestly class, including those with exceptional skills or knowledge

    Father

  • “Father” is a term of address for priests in some churches (especially the Roman Catholic Church or the Orthodox Catholic Church)
  • “Padre” is frequently used in the military
  • a person who holds an important or distinguished position in some organization
  • a priest of the regular clergy
  • a pre-Scholastic Christian writer accepted by the church as an authoritative witness to its teaching and practice

    Archbishop

  • in Christianity, an archbishop is an elevated bishop, responsible for all churches belonging to a religious group of a particular district.
  • a bishop at the head of an ecclesiastical province or one of equivalent honorary rank

    Deacon

  • a cleric ranking just below a priest in Christian churches
  • a Protestant layman who assists the minister
  • a subordinate officer in a Christian church
  • one of the laymen elected by a church with congregational polity to serve in worship, in pastoral care, and on administrative committees

    Clergy

  • is the generic term used to describe the formal religious leadership within a given religion
  • group ordained to perform pastoral or sacerdotal functions in a Christian church
  • the official or sacerdotal (priestly) class of a non-Christian religion

    Chaplain

  • a clergy member ministering to some institution.


TIPS FOR OFFICIATING A WEDDING

    Steps to Conduct a Wedding Ceremony:
  • Get Ordained Today Just choose one of the packages above. Our ordinations are legal and recognized in all 50 states.
  • Understand local Marriage Laws See our FAQ for each state’s marriage laws.
  • If required, Register with the County Clerk Typically you simply show the credentials, included with your Ordination Package, to the local county clerk and return the completed marriage license in a timely manner. In some cases there may be additional requirements, such as a Statement of Good Standing or a Letter of Congregational Authorization. If you encounter the need for additional documentation let us know, generally we can assist you in providing these letters. To make sure that everything goes smoothly, we also recommend that you check with the county clerk where the ceremony will be held. Just let them know that you are a newly ordained clergy and ask for details completing and returning the marriage license.
  • Performing the Wedding Ceremony Our ordination packages provide sample ceremonies you can customize to meed the need of your celebrants. We also include some public speaking tips with our packages to help you with your first few ceremonies.
  • After the Ceremony After the wedding it will be your responsibility to file the signed marriage certificate as required by the county clerk's office. Typically the clerk will require that the marriage certificate be filed within 3-days. Remember the marriage is not official until recorded at the clerk's office.

Our Mission

Our Ministry

Rose Ministries is an interfaith non-denominational church, formed to support individuals who wish to minister according to their own calling and beliefs.
  • We believe in the freedom of religion granted to us by the United States Constitution. Rose Ministries provides ordinations, all the supplies you will need, and training for our ministers to ensure that they are ready to perform marriages and many other ceremonies.
  • We believe that anyone can become ordained regardless of their beliefs, age, race, gender, or orientation. Our ministers come from all walks of life and from all over the country.
  • We believe that every couple has the constitutionally protected right to enter into marriage on their own terms, which includes the right to choose who performs their ceremony.
  • We invite you to celebrate your freedom of religion with us.

Our Views on Marriage

When it comes to marriage, we are here to fulfill a spiritual need that other institutions are not willing to or are not able to provide – access to marriage for all, regardless of religion, sexuality, or race. As the role of mainstream churches dwindles in modern times, couples are turning to those that they know and trust to bless their marriage. Rose Ministries is here to help those dreams come true. Everybody should be able to decide who officiates the important ceremonies in their life.

In order to make legal ordination available to everyone, Rose Ministries’ online process removes the normal barriers that mainstream churches institute. We believe that if you decide to officiate it should be an easy process and not one that is restricted by others who demand costly classes and hours of study.

We are often asked if our online ordinations are legal. In a simple answer, Yes, they are. Your Rose Ministries ordination is recognized as legal in all 50 states. Each state has specifics so you will want to check into that, but we offer everything you will need to perform ceremonies. With our ordinations you can even create your own church.

Our History

Rose Ministries is a family owned and operated business that was formed in 2004 with one goal.. to provide legal ordinations to everyone. Our ordinations allow you to officiant weddings, baptisms, funerals, and even create your own church. We offer the online training you desire and the references you need in both online links and books. In addition, we are always here to offer you the support you need and deserve.

Our inspiration comes from our belief that everyone should have access to marriage regardless of religion, sexuality, or race.

Our Mission

At Rose Ministries, our mission is to provide ordinations to everyone regardless of religion, race, or gender without placing restrictions such as hours of school and high costs of classes. We believe that marriage is a sacred union that is the right of all people.

Our Practices & Security

We stand behind all of our products. If you are not satisfied, please don't hesitate to let us know. You can reach us at:
Rose Ministries, 848 N. Rainbow Blvd. Suite 2853, Las Vegas, NV 89107 | curator@roseministries.org | (702) 765-4127 vc | (702) 425-3611 fax

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