Help Laura get to Bible college

Hi! My name is Laura Felpel.

I have been living in Palmer, Alaska, but also live in an RV/tent in Fairbanks in the summers with my 6 younger siblings and parents. This fall, I will be stepping into a journey that is both exciting and deeply personal. I have been accepted to attend Holsby, a Bible school in Sweden, an English-speaking school that's part of the Torchbearers International network. It is a place focused on discipleship, growth in God's Word, outreach, and learning to walk with Him more intimately.

A few months ago, I traveled to Wisconsin for my cousin's wedding and ended up staying for about a month to help prepare. During that time, God gave me something unexpected... stillness.

In the quiet moments, I found myself drawing nearer to Him and reflecting deeply on my future.

For a few years, I thought I would go straight into cosmetology school and become a hairstylist, something I still have a heart for. But as I sat with God in those Wisconsin mornings, I felt Him tugging my heart in a different direction. I realized I wanted my next steps after graduation to be led not by pressure or practicality, but by trust in God's purpose for my life.

That is when Holsby came to mind. My mom attended Holsby after high school, and growing up, I have heard her stories of transformation, lifelong friendships, and moments where God showed up powerfully. Before I even told my parents, I started researching it on my own, praying and asking God if this could be the next step for me.

The more I learned, the more peace I felt. Holsby isn't just a school; it's a place where people from all over the world gather to pursue Christ more fully while learning from each other. Their mission, their camp ministry, and the way they center everything around Jesus deeply resonated with me. After praying and seeking mentorship, I felt confident that God was calling me to go.

I have a ticket for September 16th and hope to be there until around March 20, but there's one big challenge I am facing.

Originally, I planned to pay half my tuition upfront and cover the rest through a payment plan.

However, I recently found out that the full amount is due upon my arrival in Sweden. That unexpected change has left me needing help. Right now, I'm about $9,000 short of my goal.

I've been praying hard and trusting that if God is truly calling me, He will also make a way. And already, I've seen Him move through the generosity of family and friends who've encouraged me and donated what they could. It's incredibly humbling, and I'm learning, more than ever, to depend on Him rather than my own plans.

So I'm reaching out now, with a heart full of hope and humility, to ask, please consider supporting me as I follow God's leading to Holsby.

Whether it's through financial giving, prayer, or simply sharing my story, I would be deeply grateful for your support. Every gift, no matter the size, brings me one step closer to this next chapter, and more importantly, reminds me that I'm not walking alone. If you feel led to give or want to hear more about the school, I'd love to share. Thank you for reading this, for caring, and for being part of what God is doing in my life. I don't take it lightly, and I'll carry your support with me every step of the way.

God is good,

Laura Felpel