Full Application Form

Application (Full)

1 1 of 8 (General Info)

2 2 of 8 (Family Info)

3 3 of 8 (Children and Emergency Contact)

4 4 of 8 (Ministry with SIM)

5 5 of 8 (Faith and Practice)

6 6 of 8 (Christian Convictions)

7 7 of 8 (Experience)

8 8 of 8 (Education/Other Training)

At SIM, our vision is to see a witness to Christ's love where He is least known, disciples of Jesus expressing God's love in their communities, and Christ-centered churches among all peoples! Thank you for your desire to serve Jesus in missions, and we look forward to seeing how God will lead both you and us through this continuing journey, with much discernment and wisdom!
INSTRUCTIONS
- Please note that if you're married, you and your spouse must complete separate applications
- After completing and submitting your application form, you will be given instructions for a police background check and will be asked to complete health and psychosocial screening questionnaires, psychological assessments, and a doctrinal assessment

Please pay the application fee of $200.00 (per application) using one of the following secure options:

By cheque:
Mail to
SIM Canada
10 Huntingdale Blvd
Scarborough, ON, M1W 2S5
*Include a note clearly stating, "Application fee for [your name]".

Online:
by credit card: Application Fee

This application fee will be applied toward the cost of processing your application, including a Police Check by Sterling ($35) and an IHM Initial Medical Report ($120). This fee is non-refundable and non-receiptable (for income tax purposes).
SUBMISSION OF FORM
By submitting this form, you:
- Agree to the SIM Statement of Faith and other attached SIM policies, and that you will accept their provisions and requirements and agree to live and serve in accordance with them.
- Give consent that the information in this Application Form and the Initial Medical Report may be shared with SIM personnel who are involved in the selection and placement process. Only relevant information will be shared as needed.
- Agree to cover any other expenses that have been incurred during the application process, should you choose to withdraw before departure to your assignment.

This application will be handled professionally and kept confidential. View our Privacy Policy and our Statement of Faith.
GENERAL INFORMATION
PLEASE NOTE: some information is duplicated from the pre-application. Please complete all questions on this application. Thank you for your patience and understanding in this matter.
Legal Name*
First Middle Last
Preferred Name
First Last
Maiden Name
Last
Gender*
- Male
- Female
Birth Date*
Date Format: MM slash DD slash YYYY
Birth Place*
City State / Province / Region Country
Curent Address
Street Address Address Line 2 City Province Postal Code
Mailing Address (if different)
Street Address Address Line 2 City Province Postal Code
Future Address (if applicable)
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Home Phone
Cell Phone
Work Phone
Email 1*
Email 2

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MINISTRY WITH SIM
Have you applied to any other missionary agencies? If yes, who have you applied with and where are you in their process?*
Why do you want to be involved in missions? (your motivation for missionary service)*
Orientation to SIM and cross-cultural ministry is an important step to preparing you for service. You will receive specific information about the required training to help prepare and equip you.

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CHRISTIAN CONVICTIONS
In this section, please briefly describe your beliefs concerning the following questions in about 300 words or less. You may use your personal or electronic Bible, a concordance and cross-references. Please refrain from using notes in study Bibles, study aids (printed or electronic), or discussing questions with others.
Using Bible passages, explain your understanding of the Trinity.*
What are the roles of God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit in redeeming mankind? Please support with Scripture references.*
How would you respond to someone who says the Bible contains errors, myths and is incompatible with our culture, so it cannot be trustworthy?*
What do you believe is the fate of a person who has not placed his/her faith in Jesus Christ, even though he/she has heard the gospel? Support your answer with Scripture.*
How would you explain the uniqueness of Jesus Christ, including His death and resurrection, to a group of new believers?*
Why does the Bible present Jesus as the only way people from all cultures can have a relationship with God? Support your answer with Scripture.*
Explain the indwelling of the Holy Spirit using at least two examples from the Bible.*
Using Scripture, identify and define the key elements of the role of Christ's church in the world.*
Explain whether and how Satan and demons affect both nonbelievers and believers in Christ. Support your answer with Scripture.*
What do you believe is the fate of those who die never having heard the gospel of Jesus Christ? Support your answer from Scripture.*
What are your beliefs about human sexuality and the church?*
Are there other convictions of significance to you?*

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EXPERIENCE
Are you currently retired?*
- Yes
- No
Work Experiences
Please list your top 3 significant work experience since high school, beginning with the most recent.
Work Experience #1
*
Type of Work?
*
Where?
*
From When to When? (mm/yyyy)
*
Reason(s) for leaving
Work Experience #2
Type of Work?
Where?
From When to When? (mm/yyyy)
Reason(s) for leaving
Work Experience #3
Type of Work?
Where?
From When to When? (mm/yyyy)
Reason(s) for leaving
Ministry Experiences
Please give a brief history of your ministry experience. We'd like to know where and how you served and how you felt about it.
Ministry Experience #1
*
Type of Ministry?
*
Where?
*
From When to When? (mm/yyyy)
*
Degree of Satisfaction?
Ministry Experience #2
Type of Ministry?
Where?
From When to When? (mm/yyyy)
Degree of Satisfaction?
Ministry Experience #3
Type of Ministry?
Where?
From When to When? (mm/yyyy)
Degree of Satisfaction?
Civic Volunteer / Community Service Experiences
Please give a brief history of your civic experiences. We'd like to know where and how you served and how you felt about it.
Volunteer Experience #1
*
Type of Service?
*
Where?
*
From When to When? (mm/yyyy)
*
Degree of Satisfaction?
Volunteer Experience #2
Type of Service?
Where?
From When to When? (mm/yyyy)
Degree of Satisfaction?
Volunteer Experience #3
Type of Service?
Where?
From When to When? (mm/yyyy)
Degree of Satisfaction?
Cross-cultural experiences (in addition to the above)
Experience #1
Type of Experience?
Where?
From When to When? (mm/yyyy)
Degree of Satisfaction?
Experience #1
Type of Experience?
Where?
From When to When? (mm/yyyy)
Degree of Satisfaction?
Experience #2
Type of Experience?
Where?
From When to When? (mm/yyyy)
Degree of Satisfaction?
Experience #3
Type of Experience?
Where?
From When to When? (mm/yyyy)
Degree of Satisfaction?

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EDUCATION/TRAINING
Please tell us about your post-high-school educational background. Include the Grad Date only if you have graduated, unless you're currently in school and anticipate graduating in the next two years.
School #1
*
School
*
Major/Specialist
*
From When to When? (mm/yyyy)
*
Graduation Date
*
Degree
School #2
School
Major/Specialist
From When to When? (mm/yyyy)
Graduation Date
Degree
Other Training and Experiences
List Bible courses (or submit copy of transcript), missions courses, or other Bible training not covered above (ex. Perspectives, Alpha, Kairos)
What language(s) do you know or have you studied?
Language #1:
Ability: Acquainted? Conversant? Fluent?
Language #2
Ability: Acquainted? Conversant? Fluent?
Other languages? Please write them here and the level of ability.
What other skills do you have? What other kind(s) of training have you had?
Medical personnel, see below for the section on medical qualifications
What professional certification(s) do you hold?
What are your hobbies or other interests?*
What book(s) have you read in the past year? Favourites?*
What periodicals (magazines, journals, newspapers, newsletters, etc) do you read regularly?*
FOR MEDICAL PERSONNEL ONLY
Medical License/Registration Number:
Date
Date Format: MM slash DD slash YYYY
When did/do you complete your residency?
Date Format: MM slash DD slash YYYY
What is your specialty or area of interest?
What board qualifications do you hold?
Date
Date Format: MM slash DD slash YYYY
What is your present practice?
Beginning Date
Date Format: MM slash DD slash YYYY
To what professional organization(s) do you belong?
EXTRA SPACE
Need some additional space to add anything? Anything we should know related to your application?
Thank you for completing this application. We look forward to getting to know you and prayerfully discerning with you where and how the Lord wants you to serve.

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Full Application Form

Application (Full)

INSTRUCTIONS

SUBMISSION OF FORM

GENERAL INFORMATION

PLEASE NOTE: some information is duplicated from the pre-application. Please complete all questions on this application. Thank you for your patience and understanding in this matter.

FAMILY INFORMATION

Children (if applicable)

Children in SIM need to travel on their own Passport. We will continue to support and be available to you and your family during your relationship with SIM. Our TCK Coordinator will seek to interact and provide care for your children and any future children during the entire journey.

Emergency Contact

MINISTRY WITH SIM

Orientation to SIM and cross-cultural ministry is an important step to preparing you for service. You will receive specific information about the required training to help prepare and equip you.

FAITH AND PRACTICE

CHRISTIAN CONVICTIONS

EXPERIENCE

Work Experiences

Work Experience #1

Work Experience #2

Work Experience #3

Ministry Experiences

Ministry Experience #1

Ministry Experience #2

Ministry Experience #3

Civic Volunteer / Community Service Experiences

Volunteer Experience #1

Volunteer Experience #2

Volunteer Experience #3

Cross-cultural experiences (in addition to the above)

Experience #1

Experience #1

Experience #2

Experience #3

EDUCATION/TRAINING

School #1

School #2

Other Training and Experiences

FOR MEDICAL PERSONNEL ONLY

EXTRA SPACE

Thank you for completing this application. We look forward to getting to know you and prayerfully discerning with you where and how the Lord wants you to serve.