Friends of Jesus

Serving Neighbors. Sharing Hope.

Interfaith Helpers of Gloucester County, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization serving our community through practical assistance, food rescue, Christian campus ministry, and outreach to Jewish communities.

Through three distinct ministries—Friends of Jesus Community Services, Friends of Jesus Campus Ministries, and Friends of Jesus Bless Israel Association—we put our faith into action by serving others and responding to meaningful needs in our community.

As a small, community-based nonprofit, our resources are limited, and we cannot meet every need. However, we welcome the opportunity to hear from those seeking assistance and will do what we can within our available resources. Our community assistance is offered without regard to religious belief.

Our Commitment

Rooted in the teachings of Jesus, we seek to love our neighbors through practical acts of service, compassion, and community outreach. Our motto, "Overcoming Evil with Good" (Romans 12:21), reflects our commitment to making a positive difference in the communities we serve.

“Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.”
— Romans 12:21

⬇ Explore our three pillars of service below.

Campus Ministry

The Mission
Serving as a beacon of light at Rowan University by introducing students to the life-changing message of Jesus Christ.

Our Method
We meet students on the Rowan University campus. Our peaceful, loving outreach includes:

  • Scripture Distribution: Handing out Gospel of John portions.

  • Gospel Tracts: We utilize Moments With The Book resources, specifically the 60-Second Gospel tract, as a clear script to explain the gift of eternal life.

  • Bible Provision: We provide free Bibles to students.

Learn more about campus ministry

Community Services

Practical Love for Our Neighbors
Providing a practical safety net and tangible aid for all Glassboro neighbors in their time of need.

Our Local Impact
We are committed to being a reliable resource for our neighbors through consistent action:

  • Direct Resident Aid: Providing food baskets and emergency gift cards to Glassboro families facing immediate hardship.

  • Samaritan Center Partnership:
    Donating Blessing Bags filled with essential hygiene items to their distribution network.

  • Special Requests: Responding to unique needs, such as sponsoring local youth for summer camp and transportation.

Learn more about community services

Bless Israel Association

Standing in Solidarity
Proven friendship through action, standing in solidarity with the Jewish community and the nation of Israel.

Our Impact in Action
We believe friendship is proven through action. Our association fosters deep-rooted allyship with the Jewish community through consistent, tangible support:

  • Student Support: Providing annual Hanukkah gifts for Rowan Chabad students.

  • Joy for Children: Donating toys to Chai Lifeline for children facing illness.

  • Honoring Protectors: Providing meals for the Rowan Police Officers securing Chabad events.

Learn more about the association

OUR MISSION

Jesus said we are His friends if we do what He commands.

We obey his commands; therefore, we are his friends.

At Friends of Jesus, we take Jesus’ words seriously.

Shining our lights.

We obey Jesus in serving as a beacon, preventing the world from going completely dark.

Salting the earth.

We obey Jesus by practicing a lifestyle of being “in” the world, but not “of” the world.

Loving our neighbors.

We obey Jesus by following His second greatest commandment, to love our neighbor as ourself.

Loving our enemies.

We obey Jesus by doing good to those who persecute us and by praying for them.

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