LBF Application Process

Study and pray over the content of this page to determine whether or not you (and your spouse, if applicable) can be happy and productive servants of Jesus Christ within the doctrinal, biblical, and procedural expectations of LBF for its chaplain families. Give particular attention in this application examination to the Doctrinal Statement, Biblical Guidelines, DOMA Guidelines and Covenant.

If you would like to apply to Liberty Baptist Fellowship to become a chaplain, please follow these instructions and expect about 3-4 weeks to complete the process.  The steps are outlined below.

STEP 1

As you take your first steps in your decision to be endorsed by LBF, please carefully read the following documents.

STEP 2

General Requirements Check List:
  • Active member of local church, in good standing
  • In agreement with our doctrinal statement and biblical guidelines
  • Master’s of Divinity Degree (For Chaplain Candidates this will be in process.)
Requirements for Regular Military:
  • In a leadership position / pastoral role in a local church
  • Ordained through local church
  • Performed at least 1 funeral, 1 wedding, communion, and a Baptism.
  • (For Chaplain Candidates these are not as strict and it is highly encouraged that your M.Div. is in a Chaplaincy track.)
Additional Requirements for Military Active Duty:
  • A 12 minute video sermon
  • 2 years of pastoral ministry experience
  • (If applicable) Wife participation in interview

STEP 3

Provide Endorsing Agent with pre-application information in order to determine eligibility.

STEP 4

Once pre-application is approved, an application link will be emailed.  Requirements for the application include:

  • Transcripts of your undergraduate and seminary training
  • Copy of ordination certificate (if applicable, only local church ordinations are accepted)
  • Letter of recommendation from the pastor of the church where you are currently active, or if you are the pastor, from an appropriate representative of the church
  • Recruiter name and email (if applicable)
  • Paying the non-refundable $150 application fee (will be charged after application is checked for completeness)

STEP 5

Upon endorsement, LBF chaplains and candidates are required to:

  • Complete a semi-annual report in January and July of each year; keeping us updated with any relevant changes.
  • Attend the LBF annual chaplains conference, or another faith based conference if unable to attend the LBF conference (does not apply to candidates.)
  • Sign up for monthly (or annual) recurring dues.
Tier Monthy Fee Yearly Total
Military AD: Field Grade $40 $480
Military AD: Company Grade $35 $420
Military PT: Field Grade / Healthcare / Other $30 $360
Military PT: Company Grade $25 $300
Volunteer / Student / Candidate $10 $120

*Note that while awaiting selection/hiring you may opt to pay the Candidate fee of $10 a month.

Discovering a Higher Calling

Chaplains serve in many different capacities, providing spiritual care for individuals outside of the traditional church congregation.  Chaplains work in the military, healthcare and hospice facilities, and many other community based areas and organizations.