We are pleased to announce the formation of a new youth group at St. George Cathedral of Stockholm, under the name GOYS (Greek Orthodox Youth of Scandinavia), with activities beginning on Sunday, October 12, 2025, at 11:30 a.m.
The group is open to all children from 6th through 12th grade and will meet every Sunday, after the Divine Liturgy, for one hour to discuss interesting topics such as friendship, materialism, spiritual life, and Artificial Intelligence.
In addition, the group will organize exciting activities, such as:
a) Volunteering at the Sandwich Factory, preparing coffee and sandwiches for the homeless in Stockholm,
b) Organizing a youth book sale,
c) Playing board games,
d) Learning how to bake prosphora (offering bread), and
e) Concluding the year with a three-day summer camp in early June of the following year.
If your child is interested in joining GOYS, please contact Mrs. Sophia Fromell at 073 753 1463, or via email at sophiafromell@gmail.com for more information.
Youth Ministry News
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What is GOYS?
GOYS = Greek Orthodox Youth of Scandinavia It’s the official youth ministry for teens (grades 7–12) in the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Scandinavia. We hang out, grow in our faith, serve others, and make real friendships — all while having fun. Curious? Come check us out. You might just find your people. If you’re in…
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Launch of GOYS Activities
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The First Summer Camp of the Holy Metropolis of Sweden
With profound gratitude to Almighty God and with great spiritual joy, the Holy Metropolis of Sweden announces the successful completion of its first Summer Camp, a historic milestone in the life and ministry of our local Church. The camp was held in the picturesque region of Gnesta, where the lush Scandinavian landscape and serene waters…
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GET READY FOR THE FIRST-EVER GOYS SHINY SUMMER CAMP!
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GOYS made prosforo
What a blessed and joyful day! The St. George Cathedral of Stockholm GOYS spent today learning how to make **prosforo**. We had so much fun together — mixing, kneading, stamping, and chatting and having fika while the prosfora were rising. In the end, we produced some really great-looking prosfora. The GOYS will finish baking them…
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GOYS second volunteering session – done!
We have just finished our second volunteering activity back at the sandwich factory and together we made, wrapped and packed **219 sandwiches** All of them are heading to Stockholm Central Station to reach the homeless in our city. We worked hard the whole time… but honestly, it felt more like a fun hangout than work…
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GOYS went ice skating
What a blast we had during the school break! The Stockholm Cathedral GOYS hit the ice skating rink, and despite the chilly temps, everyone had an absolute ball! Parents and kids bundled up together, parents got to catch up and chat while the GOYS were out there showing off their moves—some serious skills on display!…
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Holy Metropolis of Sweden Summer Camp 2026
We are thrilled to announce the very first GOYS Summer Camp of our Metropolis — a wonderful opportunity for our youth, to come together in faith, fun, and fellowship! Dates: June 12–14, 2026 Location: a beautiful lakeside scout camping ground in Gnesta, approximately 1 hour from Stockholm. The Facility: the facility consists of six different…
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GOYS: volunteering at the Swedish Factory
We’re very proud of the GOYS who on the 6th of December spent their Saturday afternoon volunteering at the Sandwich Factory. We prepared 205 sandwiches, along with coffee, tea and fresh fruits. These were distributed by another dedicated team to homeless people at T-centralen later that evening – bringing some warmth and nourishment on a…
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The GOYS are gearing for their very first volunteering mission!
The GOYS are gearing for their very first volunteering mission and we need YOU! WHAT DO WE COLLECT Hats, scarves, gloves & socks (gently used or new) to keep Stockholm’s homeless warm this winter. WHEN: Drop any of the above items at the St. George Cathedral (Birger Jarlsgatan 92, 11420 Stockholm) any Sunday over the…
