Laura Gibbs Living Memoirs Interview

Authors

Laura Gibbs, Southern Adventist University

Document Type

Oral History

Publication Date

4-11-2024

Abstract

Laura, an alumnus of Southern Adventist University, shared her time as a house parent and teacher at Familia Feliz, an orphanage in Rurrenbaque, Bolivia. Kasey discussed her family life and her unique perspective on missionary work. She shared about the difficulties and joys of working with the children at Familia Feliz.

Bolivia is a land-locked country in South America, with one-third of the country consisting of the Andes mountains. The primary ethnic groups in Bolivia consist of indigenous groups (like the Aymara, Quechua, and Guaraní), Mestizos (or those of mixed ethnicity), and those of Spanish-European descent, and 36 indigenous languages are named as official Bolivian languages along with Spanish. Bolivia is known for its wildlife and expansive salt flats.

Arnade, Charles W. and McFarren, Peter J.. "Bolivia". Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Nov. 2023, https://www.britannica.com/place/Bolivia. Accessed 15 November 2023.

Mental Health Content Warning: Listener Discretion Advised

Recommended Citation

Gibbs, Laura, "Laura Gibbs Living Memoirs Interview" (2024). Student Missionary Stories. 15.
https://knowledge.e.southern.edu/studentmissionarystories/15