Junior-Senior ACRY Officers at the 2010 Bowling Tournament

Welcome to The Official Website of the National Senior ACRY (American Carpatho-Russian Orthodox Youth) 

ChapelThe National ACRY (American Carpatho-Russian Orthodox Youth) is is the national youth organization of the American Carpatho-Russian Diocese of Johnstown, Pennsylvania. It is divided into two separate organizations. The Junior ACRY (for ages 8 to 18) and the Senior ACRY (for ages 18 and older).

The ACRY is an Orthodox Christian family fellowship dedicated to the purpose of encouraging spiritual growth through charitable and apostolic missionary works, prayer and fellowship for the Glory of God and the building up of the Church and our Diocese.  (Read More...)


Special Announcements
& Local Chapter News
From The Orthodox Network

Birth Announcement - Anna Veronika Bartko

Tuesday, August 31, 2010

PITTSBURGH, PA --- Our newest ACRY member was born this morning to Danielle (Fecso) and Bob Bartko. Read more...

Diocesan Calendar Available for Sale

Wednesday, August 25, 2010

HOMESTEAD, PA -- The iconography, environment, and spirit of an Orthodox church is radiant. Unfortunately, it is not often that one gets the chance to experience the wonder of the other churches in our diocese. In order to raise funds to offset the cost of hosting the 2011 National Convention, Homestead Ch. #11 has embarked upon a project that showcases the beauty of our Orthodox churches. Read more...

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Spiritual Reflections

During our lifetime here on earth, we all want to be part of a group. Whether we're young or old, we all have a need to "fit" in...to be accepted...to be liked, wanted and needed. When we are young, we join sport groups, like soccer and football...clubs like the ski club, science club, Spanish club, etc.

When we get older and begin our jobs and careers we join social clubs, health clubs, or any other type of club or group you can think of...just to be part of "the group". (Read More ..)

National ACRY/Diocesan News

Youth Pilgrimage 2010 Videos Now Posted

Monday, August 30, 2010

MERCER, PA -- The video bursts produced at the recent Diocesan Youth Pilgrimage are now posted at the Arena Youth Website. The videos were written and produced by the youth in attendance to express their love for Christ and the Orthodox Faith and how they use their gifts and talents for the glory of God. Read more...

Deadline Extended for On-Line Youth Scavenger Hunt

Friday, August 13, 2010

MERCER, PA The deadline for participating in the on-line scavenger hunt for 2010 Diocesan Campers has been extended until Wed August 25th at Midnight. Those who have not participated yet may do so using the Week 3 Scavenger Hunt Questions. Read more...

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2010 Convention
Sept 2-6, 2010

St John's Church and Sr. A.C.R.Y. Chapter 42 of North Side, Pittsburgh, PA  will be the hosts for 2010 National A.C.R.Y. Convention which will take place at the Four Points Sheraton Pittsburgh North. Mark your Calendars and plan on attending. Click Here For Forms and Registration Info. Deadline is  August 6, 2010. 

President's Corner

It is Monday morning September 7th about 7am......I am being awoken from three hours of sleep by my very loud sons, Christopher, Allen & Daniel. As I get up, I have this feeling of fear. Did I just do that? Am I the new ACRY President?    Read More »


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Deadlines & Events

ACRY Convention

Northside, Pittsburgh
September 3, 2010

66th National ACRY Convention

North Side, Pittsburgh
September 3, 2010 4:00 pm CDT

Seminary Academic Year Begins

September 8, 2010

DDD Dinner

Chicago Deanery
September 25, 2010

Camp Fund Drive Month

October 1, 2010

DDD Dinner

Youngstown, Deanery
October 2, 2010

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