Bob Burton announced his retirement from the North American Mission Board in April. Burton has been a NAMB missionary since 2001. Burton served with his wife, Dana, in Illinois for the first seven years before multiple assignments across the nation. “I can break down anywhere in North America and call someone I know for help,” Burton said of the special relationships he’s developed in his wide-ranging ministry.
He concluded his NAMB service as Midwest Regional Equipper for the SEND Network. Burton is appreciated for his specialization in assisting local associations. He continues to serve in Illinois as transitional pastor for Lighthouse Fellowship in Nashville/Okawville. On Easter Sunday, the church celebrated the baptism of seven new believers.