APEPT is theological shorthand for what is often called the five-fold ministry or the five-fold gifting. The five ministries are Apostles, Prophets, Evangelists, Pastors & Teachers – APEPT. The five-fold ministry is referenced in a few new testament sources, including 1 Corinthians and Romans, but the clearest outline is from Ephesians 4:11-16. 11 And He Himself gave some to be apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, and some pastors and teachers, 12 for the equipping of the saints for the work of ministry, for the edifying … Continue reading APEPT is not a Dirty Word