The Girls’ Friendly Society (GFS) of the United States of America is part of an international, faith-based organization for girls and women. We are a community serving through Christ.
Scope:
Our purpose is to support and encourage God’s mission of reconciliation and restoration among Spanish-speaking and culturally Hispanic/Latino people in the ECCT by sharing resources, advocacy, GFS-USA is an organization within the Episcopal Church and an affiliate organization of the Episcopal Church Women (ECW) as well as a member of the World Council of GFS. The Girls Friendly Society was founded in London in 1875.
We believe in the value of each human being and the richness of a diverse community. GFS welcomes all girls and women of any age, race, religion and nationality.provides ministry to girls in a safe and accepting environment where Christ’s love is evident.
Meeting and Contact Information:
| Primary contact for Ministry Network | Mrs. Karen Rowe |
| Contact email address | k.rowe@cox.net |
| Secondary contact for Ministry Network | Lois Frankforter, Esq. |
| Contact email address | loisfrankforter@comcast.net |
Active Parishes:
- St. Luke’s, New Haven
- Grace & St. Peter’s, Hamden
- St Paul’s, Wallingford
Other Partners: Episcopal Church Women; GFS World; Women’s Ministry Network
Other Information: The Rev. Rowena Kemp, priest-in-charge of Grace Church, Hartford, serves as chaplain to the Girls Friendly Society.