As a minister ordained online by the Universal Life Church, you need to be aware of the laws governing the jurisdictions in which you will perform rites of the clergy. While your ordination allows you to preach, baptize, conduct a funeral, christen, and perform a wedding, the latter requires you to complete paperwork. The state […]
The Internet is a mainstream phenomenon, and it’s here for the long haul. Though it may seem counter-intuitive at first, any ministry can benefit from embracing the World Wide Web. Used as a vehicle to spread, honor and celebrate God’s word, the Internet becomes a tool with unparalleled reach. The fact is, most people today […]
Many engaged couples ask the question, “Where do I get married?” Although the answer may seem like a difficult one, couples have various locations and ideas for where they can get married. The actual location is solely dependent on the couple’s preferences as well as their budget. There are even options to get married for […]
Are you inspired to help create a spiritual community but unsure how to start? Do you have a vision for building your own church? Is there a still, small voice insisting that you’re called to serve as a pastor? If you want to heed that voice, but don’t know how to become a pastor, read […]
When planning a wedding, one of the biggest decisions is choosing who will marry the couple. Many brides struggle to find the right officiant for the wedding, which can be very time consuming. However, with the right plan of action, brides will be able to find the perfect officiant for any time of wedding. After […]
Marriage is a wonderful, sacred vow between two people and, if you don’t know how to go about it, the process can be quite stressful. Many couples want to get married, but they do not know what steps to take. The basics actually aren’t too difficult with a little guidance. Couples just need to find […]
Engaged couples often prefer to have a friend or family member perform their wedding ceremony. After getting ordained online, that individual might be wondering, “Do I have to have an ordained minister certificate to perform a wedding ceremony?” Unfortunately there isn’t a straight-forward answer, but there is an easy way to find out. The easiest […]
For 40 years the Universal Life Church has existed to help all people, regardless of religion or beliefs, to pursue their individual spiritual paths. ULC believes that each person is the only one who can determine their own faith, without religious dogma or law dictating their beliefs. The Universal Life Church has only one doctrine: […]
A wedding involves so much more than the love of two people who are committed to spending their lives together. While the wedding is the launch of the marriage and thereby the next chapter of life for the newlywed couple, the wedding itself is a time of bringing together a collection of people for one […]
One of the primary driving forces and goals of the American settlers was religious freedom. The freedom from constrictive religious hierarchies that were lead by leaders with strong ties to the nobility in many European countries. The religious hierarchy of both the Catholic and Protestant churches in Europe ensured that the wealthy, ruling elite remained […]
