The Greek Orthodox Youth of America, or GOYA, is the ministry to 
teenagers of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America. 
Since GOYA is ministry, the orientation and implementation of the 
program should reflect the Orthodox Christian Faith, Tradition and Life.

GOYA is ministry to junior high and high school grade Orthodox Christian 
teenagers. Teenagers should be in seventh through twelfth grades to 
participate. It is recommended that GOYA ministry be divided into 
two distinct groups, the junior high GOYA ministry and the high school 
GOYA ministry.

MISSION AND GOAL OF GOYA MINISTRY

The mission and goal of GOYA ministry is to lead our young people 
into experiencing the Holy Orthodox Faith. By developing a personal 
relationship with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ and becoming active 
sacramental members of the living Church, our young people will be
equipped with tools necessary to assist them in their journey toward 
salvation.