Please allow yourself enough time to fill out the application completely, as you will not be able to save your work and return to it later. Your application cannot be processed until we receive your $25 deposit and Pastoral Recommendation Form.  You will find links at the bottom of this page to download the Pastoral Recommendation Form and pay your deposit online.

To apply by mail or in person:
Download and print an application (PDF)
Mail completed application, Pastoral Recommendation, and $25 deposit to:
PO Box 13502
Salem, OR 97309
(make checks payable to SHOP)

Fields marked with an * are required.  If not applicable, type N/A.

    Personal Information
    Birthdate:

    Applicants under 18 only please complete this section:

    Education

    List highschools and institutions of higher education that you have attended (most recent first).

    Employment/Finances

    Spiritual

    Statement of Purpose

    Agreement: I understand that any falsification of information on this application is grounds for dismissal at any time.

    By typing your name and the date below, you are electronically signing this application and acknowledging that all information above is true and complete to the best of your knowledge.

    PLEASE NOTE:
    Your application cannot be accepted until we receive your Pastoral Recommendation Form and $25 deposit.  
    After submitting this application, you may pay your deposit and download the Pastoral Recommendation Form below. All major credit cards and electronic checks are accepted.


​Download Pastoral Recommendation (PDF)
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Pay Deposit