ABOUT ORTHODOX YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT MINISTRIES (OYM)
As the national youth and young adult ministry of the Assembly of Canonical Bishops, OYM connects, supports, and equips the many vibrant ministries already at work across Orthodox jurisdictions—because no one should feel like they’re doing ministry alone. We are building an Orthodox network for those who minister to young people across the United States.
OUR WHY
To bring young people into the fullness of Christian community so they may be transfigured in Christ.
OUR HOW
We help prepare the Orthodox faithful to guide young people into personal encounters with God where He reveals His Truth.
THE OYM WAY
We strengthen what already exists.
We elevate, share, and support local efforts already thriving across the Church.
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We help fill gaps where necessary.
OYM works with existing ministries to create resources to address unmet needs.
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Ministry is relational, not transactional.
We center everything on communion, with Christ and with one another.
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Connection is the strategy. Communion is the goal.
We're not building programs — we're building a household of faith.
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We solve the “I wish I knew about this sooner” problem.
We serve as a network that helps ministries discover and access one another.
WHO WE SERVE
CLERGY & MINISTRY LEADERS
Support and connection for your calling. You don’t have to carry this alone.
YOUTH & YOUNG ADULTS
Belonging. Purpose. Authenticity. You’re not alone, the Church includes you.
PARENTS & FAMILIES
We help you nurture your child’s faith and relationship with Christ and His Church.
SUPPORTERS
Help us lay the foundation for the future of the Church by supporting the people shaping it now.
