Craig & Sharon Butler (Spring 2025)

Dear Friends and Supporters,

As we move into the spring and summer season, we’re overwhelmed with gratitude for how God continues to open doors and guide our steps in ministry. Here’s a look at what’s been happening and what’s ahead:

Summer Break Missions Trip – Yonkers, NY

This spring, we had the privilege of leading a team of 14 teenagers and leaders from across the United States and Canada to serve in Yonkers, NY. The team completed several projects—painting, demolition, and remodeling—for a local inner-city church that has been bringing God’s love, hope, and practical help to the heart of the city for almost 100 years. This was a deeply personal opportunity for us, as it’s the same church where we served as Youth and Children’s Pastors 20 years ago and the current pastor was one of those kids we had the privilege to invest in. What a blessing to return and pour into a place that shaped the early years of our ministry!

Sojourner School of Ministry

Both of us have been actively involved in teaching this year at the Sojourner School of Ministry. Together, we co-taught a course on the Minor Prophets, and Sharon is currently leading a class on Spiritual Life. It’s always a joy to invest in the next generation of leaders.

Our son Liam is graduating from the Sojourner School of Ministry this June! His next step is a mission internship next school year that will take him to India, Uganda and Tanzania. Please keep him in your prayers as he takes this exciting step of faith.

Teen Missions Mud Run

The annual Tough Gator 5K Mud Run was a huge success—over 630 people participated, with nearly 100 staff and volunteers making it all possible. Runners trudged through the mud and jungle on the TMI property as they overcame all sorts of obstacles along the way.  

All proceeds will go directly to Teen Missions outreach and relief efforts in remote villages across Africa, Asia, and South America. We are so thankful for everyone who came out to support this cause with both their feet and their hearts!

Other Ministry Opportunities

We will have the opportunity to attend the Christian Union General Council in Iowa, where Craig will speak at their missions banquet.  Sharon has been presenting in several area high schools, encouraging teens to take a step of faith and answer the call to the mission field. We are thankful for these moments to share the vision and impact of what God is doing through Teen Missions.

Summer Missions Trips

Our summer team plans have shifted in the last few weeks. Unfortunately, both our South Africa team and Elena and Judah’s trip to Hungary were canceled because of unstable political conditions and other factors. However, we are thrilled that the four of us—Craig, Sharon, Elena, and Judah—will now be leading a team to Germany together! 

Nora will still be heading to Tanzania, and Liam will be leading a team to Uganda. Both teams will be conducting medical/eyeglass clinics for people with limited access to medical care.

Looking Ahead to Summer

As the summer draws near, please pray for us and the Teen Missions teams preparing to serve around the world. During the Boot Camp training, Craig will be teaching evangelism classes and preaching at an evening rally, Sharon will teach puppetry, and together we will lead our team as they prepare for their time on the field. We are excited about what God has planned!

Prayer Requests:

• For safety and effective witness on our summer mission trips
• For strength and wisdom as we teach, preach, and lead
• For Liam as he graduates and steps into a new season of ministry
• For all the Teen Missions teams traveling abroad

Thank you for standing with us through prayer, encouragement, and support. Your partnership is helping reach hearts across the globe for Christ and train the next generation of missionaries.

With grateful hearts,

Craig, Sharon & Nora
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