The goals of the Society are to:
- Make known the history, worship, spirituality, discipline and theology of Eastern Christendom
- Work and pray that all Christians, particularly the Orthodox and Catholic Churches, will attain the fullness of unity which Jesus Christ desires
- Develop educational programs which present information about the Eastern Churches
- Organize and conduct pilgrimages and conferences that encourage ecumenical dialogue
- Contribute to fund-raising activities which support Eastern Christian communities and other programs in need of financial aid
- Publish books, brochures, and other information which help explain Eastern Christianity
- Encourage and support the study of the writings and liturgy of Saint John Chrysostom
- Promote scholarships for the study of Eastern Churches in Catholic and Orthodox seminaries