Pastors are amazing, but they’re not immune to discouragement. The “Great Resignation” bug that has bitten millions of working adults in the US has been nibbling at pastors, too. According to a recent blog post by Carey Nieuwhof, more than 40% of clergy polled in March 2022 are thinking of hitting the ejection button. (See […]
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The Charitable Gift Annuity is a great way to benefit your favorite ministry. Fixed payments for you (or you and another person) for life. Then, the gift goes to the ministry you have designated.
One of the most helpful ways to increase the culture of generosity in your church is through making the offering time an act of worship. Through this video hear how one church in the Missouri Conference did just that!
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The Charitable Gift Annuity is a great way to benefit your favorite ministry. Fixed payments for you (or you and another person) for life. Then, the gift goes to the ministry you have designated.
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Make a Difference offers a quick overview of Foundation services in a brief brochure. It is intended to inform – but is also a way to plant seeds. A donor may want to create a charitable fund; a church leader may want to apply for a grant; a student may be seeking scholarships; a pastor may […]
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Estate Planning is a practical, important tool that ensures: the people you care about receive your property, your property is distributed in the way you intend, expense, inconvenience and heartache for loved ones are minimized, taxes are minimized, your gifts to church and charity are honored.
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The Donor Advised Fund is a great way to manage charitable giving under the new tax rules. Support all your favorite charities through a single fund.
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Remember Your Church is a simple suggestion that can make a huge difference in the long-term life of your congregation. Many folks have simply not thought about this type of gift to the church. An estate gift can be a meaningful culmination of a lifetime of devoted Christian discipleship and an inspiration to family and friends.