Madelyn Bollens
Romania | 04953
My Story
Hi! I am a student at Liberty University, and throughout my life, the Lord has given me a deep desire for cross-cultural ministry. I can see how God has been preparing me for this calling, especially within the last few years. I want to live out the Great Commission in Matthew 28:16–20 well by striving to make Christ known wherever I go. Through classes, mentors, past mission trips, and intentional conversations, God has confirmed His direction for my life.
As I have grown in my relationship with God, He has sparked a passion in me for ministry with young adults in cross-cultural settings. I long to see people come to know the hope and freedom found in Jesus. My heart is especially burdened for individuals who have never experienced the gospel in a personal and transformative way.
In January, I will be going to Romania for a missions internship where I’ll have the opportunity to build relationships and share the gospel while serving there. I am confident that God will use this time to deepen my calling and grow my faith as I walk in obedience to what He has asked me to do. This journey is not something I can do alone, so I would be incredibly grateful for your support, both in prayer and through financial giving. Together, we can be a part of what God is doing among the people of Romania!
Where I Work
Romania is a nation still shaped by its Orthodox roots, yet it is increasingly influenced by a younger, globally connected generation. The majority of the population identifies as Eastern Orthodox, and traditional religious customs continue to play a significant role in cultural identity. However, for many—especially students and young adults—faith is more of a cultural label than a personal relationship with God. As a result, younger generations often find themselves searching for deeper meaning, purpose, and belonging in a rapidly changing world.
There is a noticeable hunger among students to explore questions of identity, truth, and hope. Many are open to honest, thoughtful conversations about spiritual matters, especially when those conversations happen in the context of genuine friendship. They long to be seen, known, and understood through deeper personal connections.
This creates powerful opportunities to share the love of Christ in relational, authentic ways that meet them where they are. This is what I hope to do during my internship—build real relationships with students, be present in their lives, and point them to Jesus through both words and actions. Would you prayerfully consider joining my support team with a one-time or monthly gift of $100, $200, $300, or any amount significant to you as I try to reach my goal of $8,602.94? All donations will be used for this trip to share the good news of the gospel! My prayer is that God would use this season of ministry to plant seeds of truth, build bridges of trust, and ultimately bring lives into a personal relationship with Him.