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GOYA - Greek Orthodox Youth Association
Jr. GOYA ranges from 6th through 8th grade.
The objective of Jr. GOYA Youth Ministry is to develop a love for the Church and fellowship amongst one another as we strive to better ourselves and the world around us.
GOYA ranges from 9th through 12th grade.
The objective of GOYA is to prepare young Orthodox Christians for the world as leaders and diligent stewards of their community.
Officers
The Jr. GOYA and GOYA are managed by yearly elected officers who manage the monthly meetings, plan the year's activities, and lead their peers. Each Tuesday following the Regular Youth Night the Officers will meet for an Officers' Meeting from 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm to discuss and plan the activities of GOYA and J. GOYA. Parental Advisors, the Lay Assistant, and Fr. Peter Balkas oversee the officers.
Jr. Goya Officers 2011-2012
President – Olympia Pappas
Treasurer – Robert Bulman
Secretary – Frank Betevis
Activities Director – Mary Dipping
Spiritual Director – Billy Psarros
Sgt. At Arms – Christian Vanstedum
GOYA Officers 2011-2012
President – Mia Iliopoulos
Treasurer – Katherine Bulman
Secretary – Peter Iliopoulos/Christopher Galetsis
Activities Director –
Spiritual Director – Paul Dipping
Sgt. At Arns – Angelo Spatoulas
We offer the following for both Jr. GOYA and GOYA:
Youth Night - Usually the First Monday of the Month (note Calendar for exceptions)
What is Youth Night? Youth Night is a once a month (usually) gathering of all the Children of Youth Ministries for fellowship, prayer, and fun. A meal will be served.
Click Here for Youth Night Pamphlet
Monthly Activities: CLICK ON IMAGES (if there are any) FOR MORE INFORMATION
Click Here for a Pritable Calendar of events and Here for a Printable Agenda which includes times and details for each of the below listed Events.
2011-2012
SEPTEMBER
OCTOBER
Mon Oct 3
6:30pm – 8:30pm
Youth/Family Night
Sat Oct 8 10:00am – 10:00pm
Fright Night at Great America - Great America
We will meet in front of the Fountain
Sat October 29
7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Feed Marving Children
NOVEMBER
Mon Nov 7
Thanksgiving Baskets for the Homeless
6:30pm – 8:30pm
Youth/Family Night
Wed Nov 9
YM St. Nectarios Day - Church and Greek American Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center
Sat Nov 26 7:00pm – 9:00pm
Laser Tag - Palatine
Sun Nov 27
Basket to be held in the Church for Angel Tree - the Church for Angel Tree
DECEMBER
Sat Dec 3, 2011
Youth to purchase toys and clothes for Angel Trees
Mon Dec 5, 2011
Angel Tree Wrapping
6:30pm – 8:30pm
Youth/Family Night
Sun Dec 11, 2011
Metropolis Open House
Wed Dec 21, 2011
7:00pm – 8:00pm
YM Christmas Party - Atrium of St. Nectarios
JANUARY
Mon Jan 9, 2012 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Youth/Family Night
Fri Jan 13, 2012
Dive for the Cross
7:00pm – 8:30pm
Dive for the Cross - Harper College
Sat Jan 28, 2012 3:30pm – 5:00pm
Ice Skating at Barington Ice Arena - Barington Ice Arena
FEBRUARY
Mon Feb 6, 2012 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Youth/Family Night
Sun Feb 12, 2012
GOYA to have cake for Father Peter's Birthday
Fri Feb 17, 2012 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Jr. GOYA and GOYA to go to Dave and Busters
Wed Feb 29, 2012
YM Sponsored Lenten Lecture
MARCH
Mon Mar 5, 2012 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Youth/Family Night
Mon Mar 19, 2012 6:30pm – 8:30pm
GOYA fun night
APRIL
Mon Apr 2, 2012
Fill Easter Eggs
YM Officer Nominations
6:30pm – 8:30pm
Youth/Family Night
Thu Apr 12, 2012 10:00pm – 7:00am
Vigil of the Cross
Sat Apr 28, 2012 12:00pm – 8:30pm
YM Servive Project
MAY
Mon May 7, 2012
YM Officer Elections
6:30pm – 8:30pm
Youth/Family Night
Tue May 8, 2012 7:00pm – 9:00pm
YM Officers Transition meeting
Thu May 10, 2012 5:00pm – 7:00pm
YM Talent Show Decorations
Fri May 11, 2012 6:00pm – 9:00pm
YM Talentshow Dress Rehersal
Sat May 12, 2012 6:00pm – 9:00pm
YM Talent Show
Sat May 19, 2012 5:00pm – 8:30pm
YM Year End BBQ
JUNE
Check back often to see upcoming events and Flyers as they are made available
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