Our Story

3Fold Missions, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, was born out of more than a decade of short-term mission trips to the beautiful yet struggling country of Romania. Our work centers in Sibiu and the surrounding villages in Transylvania—a place known in legend for Dracula, but where the real story is one of poverty, broken opportunity, and a deep need for hope.

The region is also home to the Roma, often called “Gypsies”—a people group historically marginalized, persecuted, and even murdered alongside Jews during WWII. Many families here still face generational poverty, limited education, and social exclusion.

The Beginning

In October 2010, Anthony and a small team from City Church of Chattanooga traveled to Romania to support missionaries Michael and Mihaela Gravitt. At the time, the Gravitts were serving alongside Pastor Sorin Boica, a man devoted to caring for families in the village of Hosman and beyond. Sorin showed God’s love in practical ways—sharing food, providing clothes, and offering dignity to those who had none.

That first trip forged a lifelong friendship and introduced us to families like Nicu and Laura and their children. Moved by their situation, we returned the following summer with a team of ten men to build them a modest home—our first experience of being God’s hands in Romania. The theme was “More than a house,” though at the time we didn’t fully realize what that “more” would become.

A Turning Point

In 2017, Patrick felt a strong call from the Holy Spirit to return. With no formal plan, we spent time simply meeting families, listening, and learning. That trip planted the seeds for what would become 3Fold Missions. We even began the paperwork to launch a nonprofit, but life, work, and family demands soon put the dream on hold.

When Covid struck, our friend Sorin nearly died. The after-school program he had started—a ministry we had longed to support—was shut down. With it came guilt and discouragement that left us disconnected from Romania for a season.

Renewed Vision

In 2023, Patrick decided to go back—this time bringing his daughter Emery. That step of faith reignited the vision. Soon after, Anthony joined with his own daughter Addison, and together we returned to Sibiu with fresh eyes. We reconnected with old friends, saw firsthand the challenges still facing children and families, and sensed clearly that God was not finished here.

From that trip, the call was unmistakable: 3Fold Missions needed to step forward with new energy and focus. Our vision is to help break cycles of poverty by supporting children through educational, physical, and spiritual care—working hand in hand with local partners like Pastor Sorin and his family.

Moving Forward

What began as a single trip in 2010 has grown into a long-term commitment to the children and families of Transylvania. We’ve seen how a modest house, a simple meal, or an encouraging word can spark hope. And we believe that together—with prayer, support, and presence—we can help write a new story for the next generation.

God is still moving. And now, we’re moving with Him.

Anthony Hensley & Patrick Ellis

• Co-founders, 3 Fold Missions Inc