Ordination

Ordination

Ordination in ECO is a joyful affirmation of a leader’s call, character, and competency to serve the church and advance the gospel.

Watch the video to hear what ECO Ordination is all about!

ECO’s ordination has been redesigned to be a transformational journey built around learning, relationships, and practical ministry experiences. 

Discover and Discern

ECO Ordination Information Packet

  • Ordination Flyer
  • Ordination Infographic
  • Ordination Journey Key Descriptions

Want to hear from those in the ordination process?

Check out what others had to say about their experience going through the process. 

Ready to Get Started?

To begin the ordination process, please request an ordination application from the ECO Office at records@eco-pres.org. The retreat intensive schedule and deadlines to register can be found below.

Please keep in mind that in order to attend a retreat intensive, you must submit an application, complete an Intake Interview, be accepted as an ordination candidate, and complete various assessments. The intake process could take up to a month, so we encourage inquiries to submit their applications at least two months before a retreat intensive deadline to assure that all steps can be completed in time.

Fall 2025 Retreat Intensive #1

November 12th-14th (Deadline to register is September 4th)

    Spring 2026 Retreat Intensive #1

    April 23rd-25th