Brother and Sister (*Walt & *Annie)

Abused Verbally & Physically by their mother.

Watching their mom sell herself to make money.

Is there hope for this brother and sister?

We recently hosted a Foster Care Info Fair with the Foster Care Coalition that we are a part of.  This brother and sister shared their story and how others made a difference in their lives growing up.  They shared how a believer sponsored Annie to go to a “Royal Family Kid Camp” where she began to find hope.  She then went on to become a Christian in High School .  Another believer invited her to church and Annie began to experience a new family for her and her brother.  Walt worked hard ever since he was young and paid for his sister’s cross-country fees (she ran to relieve the stress and abuse she felt at home).  He also paid for her college at Cal State Fullerton—and she went to graduate with a child development degree. 

Only 3% of foster youth graduate college and only 50% graduate from High School. 

These foster youth have risen above their circumstances.  Because people cared to get involved and love them they came to know Jesus! They experienced a new family of believers in their lives, graduated high school and college and are leading healthy lives now. 

We are thankful to be able to be a part of helping foster children find hope. Because of your faithful prayers and support to us we are able to serve full-time and share the love of Jesus here in Los Angeles.   To see lives changed. 

This gives us great anticipation for all the Lord will do in 2022! He continues to provide opportunities for greater impact and broader scope, and we continue to trust Him for the resources to match that vision. As you may know, year-end giving is significant to our overall budget for our family and ministry here in Los Angeles. This year, we are trusting the Lord for an additional $6,000 in year-end gifts.

We are humbled to continually experience God’s provisions and care for us for these past 23 years in ministry!  If you are able to help – you can go to: http://give.cru.org/0487483 and follow the instructions. Or you can text “Joseph Butlig” to 71326 for a link to give online.  If you prefer to write a check, please make it payable to ‘Cru’ with our account number #0487483 and mail it to our home. However, the Lord may lead you to respond, we are grateful for all your prayers and support.  Thank you! 

We hope you have a wonderful Christmas Season celebrating Jesus!