Spiritual & Ethical Commitments
I affirm I have used my true legal first and last name (not assumed name or nickname).
I affirm I am at least 18 years old, of sound mind, and seek to be Hallowed of my own free will.
I understand Hallowing is a religious designation protected under U.S. First Amendment law (U.S. Const. amend. I) and is our term for ordination and consecration.
I will act with honesty, integrity, and respect in accordance with ORS 40.260 (Oregon clergy-penitent privilege).
I will not use my Hallowing for fraudulent or harmful purposes (18 U.S. Code § 1341).
I accept full ethical responsibility for my conduct as clergy.
Legal & Responsibility Statements
Hallowing grants religious authority, including marriage rites, subject to local/state law (ORS 106.120).
I comply with IRS 508(c)(1)(A) and Publication 1828—no Form 1023 required.
Hallowing may not be recognized by secular or foreign agencies.
Hallowing is not a secular license or credential (U.S. Const. amend. X).
I indemnify the Church from all liability tied to my Hallowing.
Clergy Conduct & Liability
I am fully responsible for all actions, words, and ceremonies.
The Church bears zero legal liability for my conduct (ORS 31.715).
I will not impersonate secular authority or misuse clergy status.
I will not violate any law in my role (UDHR Article 18).
Misuse triggers revocation and public rebuttal.
Church Relationship & Governance
Hallowing may be revoked for violating Church principles.
My name and record will be kept in the Church registry.
Hallowing is permanent unless revoked—no renewal required.
It is a spiritual designation, not employment or income.
I accept all Church policies, rules, bylaws and constitutional mandates.