Summer 2013

Hi everyone,
       We would like to briefly update you on our lives. We are sad to say that we will NOT be able to travel to the U.S. this summer.  As we have recently adopted Rodolfo, he has a new last name and he now needs a new U.S. visa to travel.  We have been working for months on U.S. Embassy requirements to get him the new visa but it does not look like it will be happening any time soon.  It is taking a lot longer than we hoped, and we are bummed about not being able to travel and see you all.  We were looking forward to again being in Arkansas and California to see family and friends, and it’s taken some time to get used to the fact that it does not look like it’s going to happen this summer.

        As our plans have changed, we needed to adjust our hearts and minds for a summer in Honduras.  It has been a nice treat to enjoy the cooler weather that the rainy season brings.  It’s also been nice to continue going to church this summer with our friends in Honduras, and staying involved there.  Being in Honduras has given Rodolfo a chance to work with WGO weekly summer teams, learning about work and earning some money.   Robert has continued to work at the office and travel to the ranch.  Being in Honduras this summer has giving Robert a chance to spend focused time on how to provide the Mission House and Ranch with better internet and phone options, linking the two ministry sites better.  Jennifer continues to make candles and chocolate-covered coffee beans for WGO to sell to teams.  She also continues with paperwork for the U.S. Embassy for Rodolfo’s travel visa, allowing him the opportunity to become a U.S. citizen. 

       Please know that we really miss getting to spend time with each of you.  It is something we look forward to each year and it will make next summer’s trip even sweeter.  As we are not able to travel, we are also unable to speak with people in person about what God is doing through WGO and in our lives.  We also won’t have the opportunity to share about our financial needs.  Please don’t forget about us in your prayers and in your giving.  We appreciate all of you and love having you as part of our team. 
Robert and Jennifer Butts