Ásatrú Utah

Following the precedents of the past there is no central or over-riding authoritive body. Ásatrú begins with individuals and families who may associate in small groups called félagið, or lagur (fellowships), goðorðs, kindreds, garths and hearths, among other historically based terms. They may be entirely independent or may be affiliated in or with a larger organization. A few larger organizations may be further allianced with one another. Assemblies or “things” are held to discuss issues and hold communal religious rites. 

The most common term for an Ásatrú religious leader is Goði (masculine form) and Gyðia (feminine form), Goðar (plural). The word refers to a position comparable to that of a priest, but is translated from the Old Norse as chieftain, as are some similar terms such as Drighten that may signify essentially the same thing but with more administrative duties in larger groups.