OCSM Chapter Election 2026-2027: Officer Self-Expression Form

Chapter Election: Officer Self-Expression Form

Florida, Tennessee, and Texas Chapters
The group of students in an OCSM Chapter is the nucleus of the OCSM ministry at high schools. The group is facilitated and guided by a team that includes elected student leaders and a Clergy Advisor.

Nomination is done through self-expression only. We ask that you complete this "Officer Self-Expression" form by April 10, 2026.

Please contact your Chapter President if you have any questions.

If you are not an existing chapter but wish to start a chapter at your school, please read the instructions on our website.

May God bless you!

Name*

PrefixFirst NameLast Name
Email*

Confirmation Emailexample@example.com
Mobile Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Your OCSM Chapter*
Class Classification for 2026-2027*
When do you graduate?*
What church do you most regularly attend?*
Start typing and the list will auto-populate.
If Other Oriental Orthodox Church, enter the name of the church, city, and state.
Name of your Father Confessor*
If outside of this list, select "Not on this list."
Father Confessor's Email Address*
example@example.com
Clergy Advisor's Email Address*
example@example.com
If 'Other Priest [Not on this list],' enter the priest's name and email address.

Acknowledgment of Commitments
OCSM Summit

OCSM Summit is a required annual training for all chapter officers and student leaders. It is designed to train student leaders on the ministry plan for the upcoming academic year, cross-train them, and collaborate with fellow student leaders from other chapters on what it means to be an Orthodox leader in their chapter.

OCSM Summit will be held as follows per region:

+ Florida: Saturday, June 27, 2026 (St. Mary & Archangel Michael, Oviedo)

+ Tennessee: Wednesday, July 29 and Thursday, July 30, 2026 (St. Pishoy, Nashville)

+ Texas: Saturday, June 27, 2026 (St. Mary & Archangel Michael, Houston)
I understand that my attendance at OCSM Summit is MANDATORY on the dates stated above. I confirm that, Lord willing, I will be in attendance.*

I agree
Officer Responsibilities and Commitments
- Be an image of God on- and off campus and adhere to the Code of Conduct.
- Strive in his/her relationship with God, attend the Liturgical services regularly, and connect with his/her Father Confessor regularly.
- Attend at least 90% of the OCSM weekly meetings, chapter events (community service and youth outreach), and regional events.
- Must attend all regularly scheduled officer meetings.
- When an officer cannot perform his/her duties, he/she must contact the President and Clergy Advisor.
- If an officer cannot attend one of the meetings or events, he/she must contact the President and Clergy Advisor with a valid reason. A 'no-show' to chapter meetings and events is indicative of neglect and lack of commitment.
- If an officer lacks fulfillment of his/her duties or is consistently absent, the Committee shall meet with the Clergy Advisor to discuss the situation and the course of action.
I have read and understood the above principles in serving as an OCSM Officer and I pledge to commit and strive in the upright path of the Orthodox Faith.*

I agree

Service in Your OCSM Chapter

Before selecting how you'd like to serve your chapter, please refer to the OCSM Officer Role Description. This will ensure you're well-aware of what your duties will be before selecting how you would like to serve.
Please select the role of your 1st choice you would like to run for.*
Please select the role of your 2nd choice you would like to run for.
Why do you want to serve as an OCSM officer for the upcoming school year?*
What would you like to improve at your school’s OCSM chapter and OCSM in general?*
What distinguishes OCSM from a secular organization or club at your school?*
How can OCSM impact the lives of students at school?*
Video Submission

Record and upload a video, 3-minute minimum and 5-minute maximum. Your face should be visible and the video should be recorded at 1080p with 30 FPS (minimum). Please answer/address the following in your video.
Tell us about yourself, your academics, and how your Orthodox faith shapes your daily life. In your opinion, is OCSM an organization, a service, or a fellowship of friends? As an officer, what will be your approach and what do you wish to accomplish in serving your chapter in the role/position of choice?*

Accepted file formats: mp4, mpg, mov
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Chapter Election: Officer Self-Expression Form

Acknowledgment of Commitments

OCSM Summit

Service in Your OCSM Chapter

Video Submission