Well hello!

Buenos dias amigos--

I hope everyone's summer has been awesome so far. For Whitney and me, it's been busy but definitely good! As many of you already know, we moved out of our apartment at the end of May, so we've turned into traveling nomads this month. We've been traveling back and forth between Columbus, Dayton, and Middletown (Columbus is where most of Nathan's family is from and Middletown is where most of Whitney's family is from)--so we've been able to see a good amount of family and friends as we keep going through the support raising process.


...which is why we wanted to update you! Because of so many amazing friends and family choosing to be part of this journey with us, we are many steps closer in getting to Mexico. With new monthly commitments and people partnering with us, we are now at 69% of our monthly budget raised! It's both exciting and encouraging for Whitney and me to see the percentage increase and the amount of people who have seen the need and have the opportunity to help influence the lives of so many kids in Mexico--their futures will be forever changed. That's why we love what God has been opening up in opportunities. The financial support isn't just going to Whitney and me but to such a bigger cause and vision.


So with that being said, THANK YOU for everything each one of you has done in support of the goal--financially, with prayers, and love overall. We appreciate every single one of you so much.

Whitney's still making her headbands! If you'd like any custom-

made or just want to check them out, let her know! 

FAQs

We wanted to put a post together of some FAQs for anyone else who has questions. If you want to know anything that's not in here, please feel free to ask! We'd love to share with you as much information as possible. Here it goes!


Q: Where will you be moving?
A: Monterrey, Mexico--about 3 hours over the border from McAllen, Texas. Here's a map for you.


Q: How long will you be there? 
A: 3 years is our initial commitment. After that, we'll see!


Q: Do you speak Spanish? 
A: Fortunately, we both majored in Spanish at Wright State University and have had the chance to study abroad as well.


Q: Where will you live exactly?
A: We will live in an apartment on Back2Back's campus.


Q: Is Back2Back an orphanage?
A: Back2Back itself is not an orphanage--and they don't start any orphanages of their own either. What they do is partner with existing orphanages that are led by Mexican nationals so that they can team together and literally work "back to back" towards the same goal.


Q: Why are there so many orphans?
A: With there being so much poverty, many parents can't even afford to feed their children. Education is extremely limited, which inhibits opportunities for a sustainable income. Without education, it's nearly impossible to break out of the cycle of generational poverty.


Q: Is it dangerous there? 
A: It has its risks, as moving anywhere new does. The main thing is to have common sense, learn where to not go, and make smart decisions. But we also know that God hasn't called us to a safe, comfortable environment. He calls us to a reckless faith where we allow him to show up in all his glory.


Q: How does it work financially? 
A: We are in the process of raising support right now. Basically, what we need are people who have heard and understand the vision and want to be part of what God is doing in Monterrey, Mexico. The support money that comes in allows us to live and be in Monterrey, working with the children on a daily basis.


Q: Can we come visit you guys? 
A: Absolutely! Many groups come throughout the year to partner with Back2Back, helping meet the needs of the children in both children's homes and impoverished communities. Even if you don't have a team of people who are able to commit, you can join up with another group. If we really like you, you can just crash at our house. :)


If you have ANY other questions at all, e-mail or message them to us, and we can even add them to this list!


E-mail: nreiter@back2back.org

Up to date

It's incredible to be part of a community of people who believe in the power of partnership. After sharing our heart and vision with our home church (the NorthGate), we were extremely blessed by the conversations with everyone and the outstanding willingness and generosity of people wanting to join our support team. What's so exciting is that this is exactly how God's kingdom work is carried out--through people joining together in hope and love.


Well, we have some exciting news to share! Before we presented anything at the NorthGate, we were at 38% of our budget raised in monthly commitments...and after all who have been choosing to join in this vision with us, we are excited to say that we are now at 57% of our budget raised! That means we're over half-way there!


An enormous thank you to all those who have so encouragingly joined us in this adventure. John 11:40 has been a good reminder for us throughout this process--"Did I not tell you that if you believed, you will see the glory of God."