The mission of the Youth and Young Adult Ministries of Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Shrine Church is to provide an environment where our younger members can learn their Orthodox faith and traditions through Worship, Fellowship, and Service. By participating in these ministries, they continue to grow and strengthen their relationship with God and one another through their commitment to the Greek Orthodox Faith.
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Panagia’s Garden Day Camp
Panagia’s Garden is a day camp of our St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church that serves children between 2nd and 8th grade. Camp is held during the first two weeks of August during the Dormition of the Theotokos fast. Panagia’s Garden is an excellent way for children to engage with their faith and create bonds with their peers that will last a lifetime. Our clergy, and young adults counselors create a wonderful and wholesome environment for the campers and engage them with discussion, crafts and music. Please contact us for more information.
JOY
The Junior Orthodox Youth organization is open to all children ages 5-12, and meets throughout the year. JOY members participate in various activities that reinforce the positive teachings and traditions of the Orthodox Church. Some activities include: service projects, crafts, outings, fundraisers, festivals, dances, sports, and much more!
Junior GOYA
While technically part of JOY, Junior GOYA is specifically catered to children in grades 5-7, addressing the age gap between younger and older JOY members. The group meets once a month, and is molded on our GOYA meetings, providing an opportunity for both fun and fellowship for all. Like JOY, Junior GOYA engages our youth in their faith through discussion and activities.GOYA
The Greek Orthodox Youth of America (GOYA) organization is open to all between the ages of 12-18, meeting regularly to plan events for the upcoming months. GOYA provides an environment where our youth can learn and strengthen their Orthodox Faith in today's society, as well as embrace their Greek heritage. GOYA members participate in many diverse activities, including retreats, service projects, dances, sports, outings, bake sales, and much more.
St. Stephanos Young Adults Fellowship
The St. Stephanos Fellowship is open to all adult members of the Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Shrine Church between the ages 18-30. Aptly named by one of our priests after one of the first and youngest martyrs of the Christian church, St. Stephen, this group encourages young adults to be active witnesses of their Orthodox faith, through participation in social, spiritual, and philanthropic activities. Whenever possible, our St. Stephanos fellowship also collaborates with other local young adult groups, further expanding our circle of Orthodox Christian fellowship. As the emerging future body of our Orthodox church, there is no greater mission than for our young adults to live out the precepts of our Faith today. Young adults can follow and keep in touch with our St. Stephanos fellowship on Facebook and Instagram.
