New Online Course: Foursquare Culture & Doctrine – The Ministry Licensing Pathway 

Life Pacific University is excited to announce that Foursquare Culture & Doctrine—the Ministry Licensing Course—is now available online. 

This 16-week course is designed to prepare students academically, spiritually, and practically for ministry leadership and licensing within The Foursquare Church. By enrolling, students not only complete the required licensing process but also gain the added benefits of coaching, collaboration, and a supportive community.

Unlike pursuing licensing independently, students enrolled through LPU benefit from: 

• Reduced licensing and credential fees (50% off the application fee and first-year credential fee)

• Professor-led coaching with supplemental support from the Foursquare national coaching team

• A cohort model that fosters community, discussion, and deeper preparation

• The official licensing interview scheduled during Week 15 of the course

This course is ideal for those sensing God’s call into ministry, whether vocational or volunteer, and seeking to take the next step of becoming a licensed Foursquare minister. 

Frequently Asked Questions 

1. How long is the course?

The course is 16 weeks long, following the standard LPU semester format.

2. When is the course offered?

The class is offered during the regular academic calendar at Life Pacific University, in both Fall and Spring semesters.

3. Who will be my coach?

Your professor serves as your primary coach throughout the course. In addition, supplemental coaching from the Foursquare national coaching team will be available as needed, ensuring students receive both academic and ministerial support.

4. Is the official licensing interview included in the course?

Yes. The official Foursquare licensing interview will take place during Week 15 of the class. Students will complete the full licensing process as prescribed by The Foursquare Church while enrolled in the course.

5. Are there any steps to licensing that take place outside the class?

No additional steps are required outside of the class. By the end of the course, students will have completed all necessary requirements for Foursquare licensing.

6. How do I enroll in the course?

• Current LPU Students: Please contact the Registrar’s Office at registrar@lifepacific.edu to request enrollment in the course.

• External Applicants: Apply directly at https://apply.lifepacific.edu/register/foursquare_cultures.

7. Why should I take this class through LPU?

Life Pacific University students receive exclusive financial benefits:

• 50% discount on the licensing application fee.

• 50% discount on the first year’s credential fee.

The online format allows students from any location to participate in a structured, cohort-based environment, creating opportunities for discussion, collaboration, and deeper preparation. It also integrates seamlessly with students’ academic and ministry schedules. Additionally, the cohort-based online learning model fosters a strong sense of community, collaboration, and preparation for the licensing interview. Students benefit from guided teaching, peer support, and access to LPU’s academic and ministry resources.

8. What can I expect from the course?

• A 16-week guided journey through Foursquare’s licensing process.

• Teaching, coaching, and practical ministry discussions.

• A supportive community cohort model.

• Preparation for and completion of the official licensing interview.

• Discounts on licensing and credential fees.

9. What are the benefits of becoming a licensed minister?

• Recognition as a credentialed minister in The Foursquare Church  

• Authority to perform weddings, funerals, baptisms, and other pastoral duties 

• Access to pastoral networks, training, and denominational resources 

• Opportunity to serve as a chaplain in schools, hospitals, police/fire departments, and government agencies 

• Structured pathway toward ordination through a two-year growth plan 
• For more information on benefits available to Foursquare Ministers, please visit: Become a Minister – The Foursquare Church

10. Who should pursue licensing? 

• Students sensing a call to pastoral, chaplaincy or ministry leadership 

• Individuals preparing for service in church ministry, chaplaincy, missions, or community  

• Those desiring accountability, covering, and affirmation from a trusted organizational body

11. Eligibility for Current LPU Students:

To enroll in this course, current LPU students must be within 45 units of their bachelor’s degree or be enrolled as a graduate student.

Take the Next Step 

Enroll now in the course offered fall and spring by contacting registrar@lifepacific.edu. There is still time to enroll in the online course fall 2025. Life Pacific University is committed to equipping Spirit-empowered leaders for Kingdom impact. With this new online pathway, students everywhere can now pursue pastoral licensing as part of their education and academic journey at LPU. 

👉 Enroll Today: 

• Current LPU students, contact  registrar@lifepacific.edu.

• External applicants, apply here: https://apply.lifepacific.edu/register/foursquare_cultures.