Nominations are now open and being accepted for the slate of candidates for the 2026 Pax Christi USA National Council election.
Deadline for nominations is EXTENDED TO APRIL 7, 2026.
A key element of membership in Pax Christi USA is the annual process of nominating and electing members to the national council. Council members:
- assist in setting direction and policy for the movement throughout a three-year term
- are responsible for assuring the financial solvency of the organization, including active participation in development efforts.
Each council member plays a critically important role in advancing Pax Christi USA’s peacemaking. Therefore, we need your thoughtful, prayerful help in finding the best possible nominees. If you have questions, please contact Charlene Howard, Executive Director, at choward@paxchristiusa.org.
Please look over the list below to see all qualifications and responsibilities for people being nominated.
- Click here to fill out a nominations form online.
- Or click here to download a PDF version of the nominations form.
Qualifications and responsibilities:
Pax Christi USA National Council nominees must fulfill the following qualifications:
- Nominee must be a member of Pax Christi USA
- Nominee must be willing to serve a three-year term beginning in October 2026
- Nominee must offer some significant contribution to Pax Christi USA’s work for peace at the
national level (e.g., a history of active peace work, a skill such as development or organizational
management, leadership qualities, accounting, legal background, and/or ability to write/publish) - Nominee must agree to take an active part in two annual in-person council meetings,
including the next national council meeting in either October or November 2026, attend monthly
council meetings over Zoom, and accept council committee assignments that require work
between council meetings - Nominee must be willing to assist with fundraising projects of Pax Christi USA
- Nominee must be willing to support and endorse Pax Christi USA’s long-term goal of
transformation into a multicultural, anti-racist organization
There are two national council in-person meetings per year (when possible) and additional meetings throughout the year by video conference. Council members pay for their travel but will be reimbursed if needed. The council members select the dates for all meetings.