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Formed: 2004
This page last updated:7/21/2011
Gypsy Heart
New York,
United States
 We’re not a fanatical religious cult or anti government militia group, we’re just a cooperative community frustrated at the loss of freedom in America. We’re tired of government control and ridiculous taxes continuing unabated and choose to live in communities where our rights are respected, and people exercise responsibility for themselves and in their dealings with each other. Gypsy Heart began in the late nineties with the online community Conscious Evolution and became recognized as an ecclesiastical order in 2008. Although Gypsy Heart itself hasn't been around that long, the spirit, philosophy and traditions of Gypsy Heart are centuries old. Our community is a place of discussion, merriment and freedom, where individuals can appreciate the finer things in life while not forgetting the smaller ones. We are advocates of individual and religious freedom and welcome people from all traditions, as well as none at all, young and old, men and women, certain and skeptical, confused and enlightened. A movement striving to provide a universal forum of diversity, bringing about openness to change by becoming agents of spiritual and intellectual ferment.
We follow a somewhat anarchic approach to everyday life and the barriers that come between us and our dreams choosing rather to ignore much of the economic and social bars that define how people should perceive themselves. Each of us follows a different path in our lives, yet we all share a common humanity and stand together on certain points such as rejection of hierarchical authority structures and advocacy of freedom of conscience. Our goal is to enlarge our wisdom and our scope of action, to constantly radiate attitudes of charity, kindness, love and compassion. The more this spirit spreads, the more it will awaken human consciousness to something greater than we’ve known in turn affecting positive change in our community and greater society.
To find balance in our world though, we must first find balance in ourselves and for most of us the demands of work and basic survival are often at odds with the things we cherish most. The one way we can change the direction of the world is to take control of our own lives, setting an intention that fosters and empowers the things we care about, which in turn give us strength, clarity and purpose.
 
This page last updated:7/21/2011
 
Visitors Accepted
 (As long as you like us on Facebook (hey, rules are rules))
Visitor Process: So in an attempt to minimize the number of accounts we have to check and the time we spend in front of the computer (and also so people will stop asking why we don't have a Facebook page) we now have a Facebook page where you can read about us, see pictures, and of course contact us about visiting our fine community.
Statement of Housing Non-discrimination:
Our community is a legally sanctioned church or religious organization and living in our community is restricted to members of that religion as allowed by law. Our religion does not discriminate based on race, color, or national origin. Housing in our community is non-commercial (i.e. not intended to make a profit).

Comment: "Conformity is the only heresy"
Population
Members(adults and children):
3
Non-member Residents:
6
Open to new members:
Yes
Government
Decision Making:
By consensus
Identified Leader:
Yes
Labor and Money
Financial Style:
Members have independent finances
Open to Members with Pre-existing Debt:
Yes
(What kind of a question is this?)
Labor Contribution:
Expected
Join Fee:
No
Regular Fees:
No
(Charitable contributions, monetary or otherwise are graciously accepted but not required.)
Land and Buildings
Rural
Area:
300 acres (121.4 hectares)
Land Owned By:
Independent land trust (not controlled by the community)
Cohousing:
No Answer
(Couples and adults may share accommadations if they choose.)
Food, etc.
Percentage of Food Grown:
21-50%
(This is an area were currently working to improve on.)
Share Community Meals:
2-5 times/week
Dietary Choice or Restrictions:
Diet is up to each individual
Dietary Practice:
Omnivorous
Alcohol Use:
Seldom used
Tobacco Use:
Used Occasionally
Social Factors
Common Spiritual Practices:
Yes
(Religious freedom.)
Which Spiritual Traditions(s):
Ecumenical (includes "all religions")
:: Eclectic (integrates pieces from many religions)
Educational Style(s):
Public schooled
(Our community leaves this choice up to each family.)
 
 
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We happily link to the following organizations, all of whom share our strong commitment to promoting community and a more cooperative world:
Cohousing The Federation of Egalitarian Communities - Communes Coop Community Cooperative Sustainable Intentional North American Students of Cooperation Global Ecovillage Network
Special thanks to the sponsors of our Art of Community Events.
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