1. The applicant submits a letter of intent to the Clerk of Meeting. It is suggested that the applicant become familiar with BYM Faith and Practice and Friends for 300 Years if they have not already done so.
2. The Clerk then submits the letter to Care and Counsel and a clearness committee to meet with the applicant.
3. The applicant then meets with the clearness committee at a mutually acceptable time to discuss the application and readiness for membership.
4. The clearness committee reports its recommendation at the next Care and Counsel meeting. The committee may recommend membership or make suggestions as to what the applicant needs to be ready for membership.
5. If approved for membership the recommendation is taken to the next business meeting for final approval.
6. The decision is held over for one month so that people can get acquainted with the prospective member.

Applicants may also request Junior Associate Membership for their minor children at the meeting with the clearness committee. If so, the applicant states that desire on the membership form. No other action is required.