Friends of the Gypsy Roma

ABOUT US

The primary purpose of our mission is to bring the Light of the Lord Jesus Christ to the Roma in northwestern Romania. We are intent upon reaching out to the them with compassion and the love of Jesus, giving them the respect and dignity that they deserve and ministering to their needs.

SUMMER CAMPS

Similar to Vacation Bible Schools, children memorize Bible verses, learn Christian songs, hear Bible stories, play games and learn about Jesus and His forgiveness of sins. These children are the future pastors, laypeople and evangelists that will minister to their people.

MEDIA & NEWS

A team of 9 volunteers accompanied Dr. Paul Barkey to Romania April 15-30, 2024. Many friendships were formed and strengthened while assisting Titus in conducting day camps for the Roma children, as well as reaching out to the gypsy villages. Additional work on the ministry center was also done.

BIBLE TRAINING SCHOOLS

Now teach these truths to other trustworthy people who will be able to pass them on to others. (II Timothy 2:2b, NLT) We have accepted Paul's charge and today are teaching Roma pastors and laypeople so they can pass the Gospel on to others.

CRAFT PROJECT

This ministry helps ladies earn money so they can buy food and other necessities for their families. This also gives them the opportunity to hear the Gospel and, some for the first time, to hear that God loves them.

'GIPSY' SMITH BIO

Rodney “Gipsy” Smith (1860-1947), a British evangelist who conducted evangelistic campaigns in Great Britain and the United States for over 70 years, was born in a Romani bender tent in Epping Forest, six miles northeast of London. His family made a living selling baskets, tinware, & clothespegs.