Are few good churches demanding pastors with accredited (in-person) Bible College/Seminary degrees?

It seems more and more pastors in our area have no professional training. Some are high school grads who can speak well and know their Bibles. Mega-churches often train their own staffs perhaps in conjunction with online classes.

Is this trend increasing, especially with the pastor shortage (if you believe it exists, as I do) in conservative churches? Please comment to add depth to the poll, if you wish.

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Faith Baptist Theological Seminary Announces New Doctor Of Ministry Degree

Faith Baptist Theological Seminary is now offering a Doctor of Ministry degree, designed for Christian leaders in full-time ministry. This three-year program, which can extend up to five years, is designed using a cohort model. Each cohort will take either the Shepherding and Discipleship or Expository Preaching track. The inaugural class will receive a 25% program discount. Read more here.

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