Spiritual Calling and Purpose Affirmation of a Divine Calling: Many people feel a deep, personal, and life-altering conviction—a "call"—to serve, teach, or lead. Ordination serves as the formal, public recognition and affirmation of this calling by the mermaid community A core goal of many spiritual ministers is not just to serve, but to equip others to live their best, most spiritually aware lives. Ordination formalizes their role as the primary teacher and inspirer for the congregation.