OCAAF Membership
Faith.
Fellowship.
Belonging.
Join a community connecting Orthodox Christians, serving personnel, veterans, Defence colleagues, families and supporters.
Who Can Join?
Membership begins with a shared objective.
You do not have to be Orthodox Christian to become a member of OCAAF.
Whether you are Orthodox Christian, interested in learning more about Orthodoxy, or secure in another faith or belief, membership is open to those who subscribe to OCAAF’s charitable objective.
Our community includes serving personnel, veterans, MOD civil servants, immediate family members and others who support the work and purpose of OCAAF.
Our Constitutional Objective
The objective members support
To advance Orthodox Christian practice across the UK Armed Forces, MOD civil servants, veterans and their immediate families for the benefit of the public in accordance with the Statements of Belief appearing in the Schedule of the Constitution.
By applying for membership, applicants confirm that they support this objective.
Member Categories
Which membership category applies to you?
Applications identify the member’s connection with the Armed Forces and wider Defence community.
Serving
Serving Personnel
For those currently serving in His Majesty’s Armed Forces.
The membership application will ask for your Service and rank.
Veteran
Veterans
For former members of His Majesty’s Armed Forces who wish to remain part of the OCAAF fellowship.
Associate
Defence, Family & Supporters
For those connected with Defence, immediate family members and others who support OCAAF’s objective.
Membership Options
Choose how you want to be part of OCAAF.
OCAAF will provide both free membership and paid membership options for those who wish to provide additional ongoing support.
Free Membership
Join the OCAAF community.
Free membership provides a route into the OCAAF community without requiring a paid subscription.
Applications are reviewed by the OCAAF Membership Team before membership is confirmed.
Paid Membership
Membership with ongoing support.
Paid membership options will provide members with a way to contribute regularly towards OCAAF’s charitable work.
Subscriptions will be processed securely through Stripe. Full details will be published once the paid-membership structure has been finalised.
Membership Benefits
More than a membership list.
Membership is about fellowship, participation and spiritual connection across the Defence community.
Community
OCAAF Community
Gain access to the OCAAF community on WhatsApp and connect with members across Defence.
Stay Connected
Newsletter
Receive OCAAF communications, including the currently monthly newsletter.
Fellowship
Events & Pilgrimages
Be invited to events including retreats, pilgrimages and online seminars.
Spiritual Support
Faith & Fellowship
Join a fellowship of Orthodox Christians in and around Defence, supported by OCAAF and its network of contacts and associated clergy.
Participation
Take an active part in OCAAF.
Membership creates opportunities to participate in the wider life and direction of the charity.
Trustee Elections
Members may be eligible to stand for election as a Trustee and help direct OCAAF’s activities.
Armed Forces Representation
Members may also be invited to attend liturgical ceremonies as Armed Forces representatives.
How to Join
A straightforward membership process.
Apply
Complete the membership application with your details and membership category.
Confirmation
You will receive an acknowledgement confirming that your application has been received.
Review
The OCAAF Membership Team will review your application and may contact you if further information is required.
Welcome
Once your application has been considered, you will receive an email confirming the outcome.
Membership Application
Apply to join OCAAF.
Complete the application below to request membership.
Your application will be reviewed by the OCAAF Membership Team. If additional information or documentation is required, the team will contact you using the details you provide.
Membership Questions
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to be Orthodox Christian to join?
No. The membership requirement is that you subscribe to OCAAF’s stated charitable objective.
Is there a free membership option?
Yes. OCAAF provides a free route to membership.
Will paid membership be available?
Yes. Paid membership options are being developed for members who wish to provide ongoing financial support to OCAAF.
Is membership approved automatically?
No. Applications are reviewed by the OCAAF Membership Team before membership is confirmed.
What happens after I apply?
You will receive confirmation that your application has been received. The Membership Team will then review it and contact you if any additional information is required.
Join OCAAF
Become part of the fellowship.
Connect with a community rooted in Orthodox Christian faith and the Armed Forces.