Welcome to the endorsement application portal for the Methodist churches belonging to the Pan-Methodist Commission. See the "Eligibility" page for a list of the participating denominations. 

There is an application fee to partially offset processing costs, to be paid by credit card online after the initial review of your application. Each endorsing body applies its own procedures and policies in making endorsement decisions. A complete application does not guarantee approval. 

Programs for which you can apply include:

Pan-Methodist Endorsement Applications

Only for Clergy Ordained or Licensed in One of the Member Denominations

• Professional Chaplain or Pastoral Counselor (Military or Civilian): $50
• Volunteer Chaplain: $20
• Military Chaplain Candidate Program for Clergy in Training (Seminarians): $20

For more information about the available settings, click here. 

United Methodist Administered Programs 

• Hybrid CPE Unit offered through GBHEM: $30
  Soomee Kim, Director

The United Methodist Endorsing Agency is responsible for the administration of this site. For assistance or more information, contact UMEA by email at umea@gbhem.org or call 615-340-7411.

TO BEGIN AN APPLICATION, CLICK THE "REGISTER" BUTTON AT THE TOP RIGHT OF THIS PAGE. 

IF YOU HAVE ALREADY REGISTERED, LOG IN WITH YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS AND PASSWORD.