Greek Orthodox Youth of America

Greek Orthodox Youth of America

The Greek Orthodox Youth of America, or GOYA, is a national youth program of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America. Its main activities are fellowship, service, and social activities.The orientation and implementation of the program reflects the Orthodox Christian Faith, Tradition and Life.

GOYA is open to junior high and high school grade Orthodox Christian teenagers. Teenagers should be in seventh through twelfth grades to participate.

The mission and goal of GOYA ministry is to lead young people into experiencing the Holy Orthodox Faith.

Members of GOYA are colloquially known as "Goyans".

Goyans compete in sports such as basketball, soccer, greek dance, and in some districts an annual Olympics, with sports such as Swimming, Softball, Volleyball, Track and Field, Basketball, Tennis, Soccer, etc.

External links

*http://www.goarch.org/


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