Processes

Application for DOS Endorsement to Apply to Seminary or DVP

Note: In the Orthodox Church, admission into the major orders (Deacon, Priest) or diocesan endorsement to apply to seminary is conferred by the diocesan bishop, ordinarily within the parish where the candidate is a communicant member. These orders are parish-specific ministries, undertaken in humility and obedience for the upbuilding of the local Church.

Parents (If one or both are deceased, please give year of death):

Education

Ordination

Diaconate
Priesthood
Monastic Vows

References


Please list four (4) character references, one of which must be your diocesan bishop.
Reference 1:
Reference 2:
Reference 3:
Reference 4:

Marital/Family Status

Professional Experience

Military Status

Required Documentation


Attach the following as applicable:
  • Photo
  • Copy of Baptismal certificate (and Chrismation, if separate).
  • Marriage certificate (if applicable).
  • Wife's Baptismal certificate (if married).
  • Evidence of Education
  • Evidence of Theological Education
  • Evidence of parish membership
  • Ordination certificate (if applicable)
  • Military discharge (if applicable)

IMPORTANT:

Before clicking Submit, please make sure all required documents are attached together in a single ZIP file. If you experience any difficulty uploading your file, please contact your parish priest for assistance before submitting your application.

I certify that the above information is correct to the best of my knowledge.

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