Ordination

:This article is about the clerical process. For other meanings, see ordination (disambiguation).

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Ordination is the process in which clergy become authorized by their religious denomination and/or seminary to perform religious rituals and ceremonies. While governed by the laws and procedures of the religious denomination, being ordained is often a requirement specified in state laws to officiate weddings. Other religious ceremonies that typically require ordination to perform include funerals and baptisms.

Related Topics:
Clergy - Religious denomination - Seminary - Ritual - Ceremonies - Wedding - Funeral - Baptism

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