Call for Nominations to Metropolitan Council and Pension Board
As the 21st All-American Council of the Orthodox Church in America approaches, the Nominating Committee is renewing its call for nominations to the Metropolitan Council and the Pension Board. These play essential roles in the governance, stewardship, and long-term sustainability of the Orthodox Church in America.
The 21st All-American Council, to be held July 14–18, 2025, in Phoenix, AZ, will include elections to fill the following positions:
Metropolitan Council
- 3 Clergy Members
- 3 Lay Members
- 2 Alternates (1 Clergy, 1 Lay)
Pension Board
- 2 Clergy Members
- 2 Lay Members
- 2 Alternates (1 Clergy, 1 Lay)
Both the Metropolitan Council and Pension Board meet regularly and provide oversight over the Church’s administration and pension obligations. The Orthodox Church in America is looking for individuals with integrity, relevant experience, and a commitment to the Church. Clergy and laity with experience in administration, law, finance, investment management, or other relevant disciplines are especially encouraged to consider nomination.
The Nominating Committee encourages each diocese, deanery, and parish to consider whether they know someone who might be well-suited to serve in this capacity. Self-nominations are welcome, provided the appropriate consent and episcopal blessing are obtained.
All who are considering nomination are strongly encouraged to review the Statute of the Orthodox Church in America, especially Articles III and V, to understand the terms, duties, and expectations of these important offices. Prospective candidates are also encouraged to speak with current members of the Metropolitan Council and Pension Board to gain a better understanding of the nature of the work involved.
Nominations will only be accepted when submitted with the completed nomination form and may be submitted no later than Tuesday, July 15, at 5:00 PM.
A preliminary list of candidates, along with brief biographies, will be posted on OCA.org on Monday, July 7, with an updated list published on Wednesday, July 16. The election will occur on Thursday, July 17, at Plenary Session V.
Nominees for the Metropolitan Council must be registered delegates to the All-American Council. For the Pension Board, however, nominees do not need to be delegates.
Any nominations or further questions should be sent to: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
The current members of the Nominating Committee are:
- Priest David Bozeman, Diocese of the South, Chair
- Priest Andrew Nelko, Archdiocese of Western Pennsylvania
- Ray Steeb, Archdiocese of Western Pennsylvania
- Lori Kochan, Diocese of the Midwest
- David Lane, Diocese of the West
- Kevin Fritts, Archdiocese of Washington