Laura Hawthorne

Find more videos like this on Christian Music Community Laura Hawthorne knew at the very young age of 5 years old that she wanted to become a professional singer. Originally from Wilmington, Delaware, Laura spent her elementary years singing in school plays, local television shows, talent contests and many other events. But she always felt best when she sang in church. When she was 16 years old, Laura gave her heart to the Lord during a crusade. She kept a bible in her car on the dashboard but never really opened it. Following high school she went to college in Maryland and earned her AA Degree in Dental Hygiene, and immediately moved to New York City hoping to become a recording artist. For 11 years she worked in Manhattan pursuing a recording career. She experienced what the big city had to offer artists and she grew tremendously as a vocalist. One of the things she enjoyed doing was singing the national anthem for the New York Mets for 10 years. As she was releasing her first full length CD in 2000, Laura’s younger brother, Jay, fell and broke his neck at the C2 level during a terrible construction accident. This left him a ventilator dependent quadriplegic. Life changed in an instant. She immediately dropped her singing career and spent time by her brother’s bedside as he endured tremendous pain and suffering. This is what made her realize that the Lord was calling her into ministry. “Seek ye first the kingdom of God and His righteousness and all these things shall be added unto you.” Matthew 6:33.

Today, Jay is Laura’s personal hero. He is her inspiration to sing and lead others to Christ. Life for Laura can be summarized in her own words: “I see God’s purpose in my life more clearly than ever now. I realize that doors closed for a reason. God’s perfect plan had come full circle. He wanted me to go in His direction, not mine. Living a holy life and serving Him with the gifts He has given me is my focus. He has brought so much healing and restoration to my life. I have found a peace within myself that I never knew before. My spiritual growth has been incredible and I know it's due to my willingness to be obedient and disciplined. I am excited to share my testimony with others encouraging them not to make the same mistakes I’ve made. I have been called to EMPOWER and ENCOURAGE others who need hope and healing in their lives".

Through her music ministry, “Livin’ In His Love Ministries”, Laura currently serves as a praise and worship leader, speaker, and soloist in churches, revivals, women’s meetings, conventions and many other functions. In the winter of 2008 she began recording a new album called "He's Been Faithful". Recorded in Nashville, TN, by well known producer Lonnie Wilson, the album was completed in the spring of 2009 and released in June.