Ordination is simply not found in the Scriptures and can not be defended any longer. The following is an example from one of the new emerging postmodern churches. Our ordination principle is simple. We believe that everyone is called and gifted by God to fulfill a special purpose. Our Home Team leaders are the ones who fulfill the pastoral role.
Small groups ARE the church.
This is Bill or Mary. This is instant, natural, appropriate, workable contact with the real pastoral care givers of the church without the stigma. Give out awards. Lay hands on people. Build them up.