Dear Friends and Family,

I am so excited to tell you about an amazing opportunity I have for the summer of 2027, right before I go into 7th grade!

I have the chance to go on a trip to Greece and Turkey with a group called Joshua Expeditions. It’s called the "Footsteps of Paul" tour, and we’ll be traveling to all the places I’ve read about in the Bible. We’ll get to see Athens, Philippi, Corinth, and even Ephesus! I can’t imagine what it will be like to stand on Mars Hill, where Paul actually preached, or see the island of Patmos, where John wrote the book of Revelation.

This trip is going to be such a cool learning experience. Seeing ancient ruins like the Acropolis and the Library of Celsus will make history feel so real. But what I’m most excited about is how this trip will help me grow in my faith. Being able to walk in the same places that the Apostle Paul did will make the Bible come alive for me in a whole new way. I know that seeing these places with my own eyes will help me understand the scriptures better and make my relationship with Jesus even stronger.

This is more than just a trip for me; it’s a huge step in my walk with Christ. That’s why I’m writing to you today. The total cost for this incredible journey is $5,000. That’s a very big number, and I know I can’t do it on my own.

I would be so grateful if you would consider supporting me on this journey, either with a financial gift or through prayer. Any amount would be a huge blessing and get me one step closer to this once-in-a-lifetime experience. Most importantly, I would love it if you would pray for me and my team—for our safety, for our hearts to be open to what God wants to teach us, and for us to grow closer to Him.

Thank you so much for taking the time to read my letter and for thinking about being a part of my journey.

Sincerely,

Colton