From a Traditional Queen’s Chauffeur to Her Confidant - Laura Staszewski

About this episode

Laura Staszewski shares her journey from being a chauffeur to a confidant of a traditional queen, leading to Christian missionary work in West Africa.

The work in West Africa began in an unexpected way. During an event in Zambia, a traditional queen met her driver, Laura Staszewski. What started as a simple encounter soon developed into a genuine friendship — one that would open the door for Christian missionary work in a predominantly Muslim nation. Listen in as Laura shares this exciting story of divine connection and purpose.

People in this episode

Guest: Laura Staszewski

Topics covered

• Christian missionary work
• friendship
• cultural exchange
• West Africa
• Zambia

Keywords

• divine connection
• predominantly Muslim nation
• unexpected friendship

Mentioned in this episode

Places: West Africa, Zambia

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