For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.
Matthew 6:21

In the parable of the talents (Matt. 25:14-30), Jesus encourages us to be good stewards of our assets.  He encourages us to manage our assets so that they will grow and multiply.  The “good and faithful servant” of the parable is the one who makes the most of what he/she has been given.  And, like the servant of the parable, we can increase the Master’s gifts so that they can grow and prosper.

When we examine our finances, we should consider both income and assets.  For most of us, assets make up the bulk of our estate.  To be good stewards, we must be stewards of our assets as well as our income.  An effective way to do that is through planned giving.

A planned gift is a gift made from one’s assets to a church or other qualified charity.  In many cases, a planned gift can be made without negatively impacting a donor’s current income, and may even create some financial advantages for the donor when viewed within the context of one’s overall financial plan.  Anyone can make a planned gift.  You do not have to be wealthy.

Because these gifts typically require advance planning during one’s lifetime, donors should seek the advice of an attorney, financial advisor or tax advisor before making a gift.

Planned gifts provide an opportunity for you to…
             …make a difference during your lifetime and beyond,
             …make it possible for you to leave your legacy,
             …make a powerful statement about a lifetime of comprehensive Christian stewardship.

How to Give Planned Gifts
Please consult with a professional financial advisor for possible ways to make a planned gift to Calvary.  Some examples of planned gifts include:

• Designate Calvary as a beneficiary on your life insurance or retirement plan,
• Bequest in your will a portion of your estate to Calvary,
• Make a deferred gift to Calvary through a living trust.

Please prayerfully consider a planned gift to Calvary