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APPLICATION FOR ENROLLMENT

Go, ye, therefore, and enroll as disciples the nations

- Matthew 28:18 (literal rendering)

If you desire to be a part of the Cambrian Episcopal Church of the Grail, there are three levels of membership which we have received from the ancient, Jerusalem Church: the Catechumen, the Elect, and the Elect of the Elect. The Catechumen is a believer who may be in one of three spiritual conditions: 1) He or She (women enter the Kingdom the same way as men do) may have been baptized but not received chrism, or 2) He may have fallen from the faith and is in a process of restoration, or 3) He may have been baptized in a non-catholic body and has not yet been confirmed. These people are permitted to receive the sacraments of the Word and sometimes the Eucharist (depending upon the Overseer's ruling) and various other ministries of mercy which are exercised by the church (such as aid to the sick and dying, prayers of intercession, and so forth).

The Elect is a believer who has received confirmation into the Body of Christ and has entered into Christ's Messianic Kingdom. Such a believer is given dominion with Christ as a means of training for eternity. Earthly ministries, such as rearing families, missionary work, or civil vocations are all examples of "ruling with Christ" . In other words, while the Catechumen is considered a disciple on probation, the Elect is a disciple entrusted with a commission. The Catechumen is a recipient of God's grace; the Elect believer is a dispenser of God's grace.

The Elect believer and the Catechumen represent the Church of the Host (discussed in our other literature). They enter the Kingdom of God by the "adoption through faith". The Elect of the Elect represent the Church of the Grail, those who receive the Kingdom as a fulfillment of the promises made to the Fathers. They are the leaven of the Kingdom. Their work in the world and in the Body of Christ is a mystery - meaning, it is hidden from the observation of men. The Elect serve the Grail, and are in turn served by the Grail through the two Great Rites of the Esoteric Church, which are outlined in the Law of Moses and defined by the teachings of our Lord's kinsmen: St. James and St. Jude (contained in the Cambrian Book of Common Prayer).

You must enter the Cambrian Episcopal Church of the Grail as a Catechumen, even if you belong to the Elect or to the Grail. Your place in the Kingdom of Christ will be determined during your time of probation, which may last as long as a sabbatical period (seven years).

The time of your probation is a time of instruction and testing. You will be instructed and tested in the three facets of our existence: body, soul, and spirit. You will be tested for your understanding, your obedience, your sacrifice, and your loyalty.

The beginning of your instruction and testing will be remote and non-invasive. During this time, we will teach you the rudiments of the Jerusalem Tradition. When you come to an understanding of our doctrines, it will be you who will initiate and choose your tests. When you have completed them, we will evaluate you and then sponsor you for Elect membership of the Church.

To become a Catechumen, you must familiarize yourself with the content of our website. Then submit this application:

PLEASE PROVIDE US WITH THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION

Full Birth Name:_______________________________________________________

Current Legal Name:______________________________________________________

Current Mailing Address:___________________________________________________

City:________________________________ State___________________ Postal Code

or Zip Code __________________ Country___________________________________

Street Address (if different):________________________________________________

Phone Number:____________________________________________________________________

E-Mail Address (if applicable):___________________________________________________

Fax Number (if applicable):____________________________________________________

Names of Biological Parents (if known) or Adoptive Parents (please indicate):

_________________________________________________________________________

Name of Spouse:____________________________________________________________

Name(s) of Former Spouse(s):______________________________________________

Name and Phone Number of Friend or Kin (This is someone who knows about your membership in the Church and who would be willing to assist us if we were attempting to contact you.):

_________________________________

Names and ages of Children (if any): ____________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________

My Date of Birth:________________________ My Place of Birth:_______________________

I have been baptized in the following Church: _____________________________

I am guilty of mortal sin and am in need of Absolution (if you do not know what this means, please say so and we will contact you): ____________________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________

Give us a short history of your life, especially your spiritual experience, and what has led you to enroll as a disciple in the Cambrian Episcopal Church of the Grail (use extra page, if necessary): _____________________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________________________________.

Please attach a current photograph of yourself.

Answer with Yes or No to the following:

Y or N. My spouse accepts my decision to enroll in this Church.

Y or N. My parent/guardian accepts my decision to enroll in this Church.

Y or N. I have received Jesus Christ as my Savior and Lord and trust Him with my destiny.

Y or N. I look to the Cambrian Episcopal Church of the Grail for spiritual guidance.

Y or N. I will terminate my membership in any other Church if it, at some point, conflicts with my commitment to this Church, and I may continue to attend other churches.

Comment: It is important that you continue with whatever healthy relationships you may now have. That is why we encourage you to attend the church of your choice to promote unity and edification. However, you must realize that your commitment to this catholic body - the Cambrian Episcopal Church of the Grail - takes precedence over all others. Conflicting memberships in other churches are inconsistent with that commitment. Since our liturgy can be practiced at home, conflicts should be rare, however. If you are unclear about your situation, please contact us and we will assist you.

Please kneel and pray the following prayer:

"My Father in Heaven, I want to obey this desire that you have given to me to unite myself to your Holy Body in Jesus Christ. I will submit to those you put over me in the Cambrian Episcopal Church of the Grail, with the understanding that they are imparting to me the lost Tradition of your Church which I have a duty to learn and cherish.

"In the Name of your dear Son, Jesus Christ, I do pray. Amen."

I,_______________________________________, (your full name) have read and answered the above questions truthfully and have prayed the above prayer. I realize, now, that I am under covenant obligation before God to guard the great Mysteries of His Church and that should I divulge them to the unworthy, I condemn myself with His Holy Displeasure.

_____________________________________________Signed

this _____ day of ____________ (month), ________(year)

Print and Send to:

The Cambrian Episcopal Church of the Grail

Overseer

P.O. Box 31176

Spokane, WA 99223

Phone: 208-882-5135

e-mail: james@grailchurch.org

*Special Note: If you have not heard a response from us in two weeks, either call us or send an email message. It is possible that your application was lost or misplaced.

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