Associate Membership

ASSOCIATE: For those who are involved in a lay or para-church ministry and who are desirous of ministerial fellowship and spiritual covering, but who are not at the time pursuing ordination.

Associate members are encouraged to attend and participate in district, regional, and general conferences as non-voting members.

As an associate member you must accept and agree to abide by the Bylaws, Statement of Faith, and Policies of ACOP.

As a candidate for Associate Membership, you must also submit to the prescribed application procedure as set out in the procedure manual, including membership application and providing references. 

Steps to Associate Membership

Helpful tip: before you start, print off your application checklist right here!

Step One

Start the process by filling out the application form here.

Step Two

You've got some reading to do!

Regional Directors

Our Regional Directors serve our ACOP Family in every region of Canada. They are here to guide your journey toward membership.

They look forward to meeting with you at a pre-arranged time during your application process. Welcome to the Family!

Rev. Rod Barks

Pacific & Rocky Mountain Regions

Rev. Jordan Gadsby

Prairie Region

Rev. Peter Barbour

Central Region

Rev. Verner Drost

Québec & Maritime Region

Frequently Asked Questions

Your application will cost $120, a minimal fee for membership.

Going forward there will be a yearly fee to maintain your membership with the Apostolic Church of Pentecost, of Canada, Incorporated. 

We're happy to make the introduction! Email: applications@acop.ca and we'll get you connected.

There are two ways to have a Criminal Record check done. 

Option 1 - Obtain your own police/background check at your local police station and email it to applications@acop.ca. There is usually a small fee for this service. 

Option 2 - Online by allowing us to submit a background check on your behalf through our partner, myBackCheck ($35). 

A place to gather with your Regional Director, the Regional Lead Team, and others who are becoming members of ACOP in your region.

It's a time to ask questions, pray, and minster. Please note: As an Associate Member of ACOP your attendance at an Open Door Retreat is optional.

Your Regional Director will contact you when an Open Door Retreat is scheduled.

Once you've completed all the steps required for membership; your certificate will be mailed to you.