You Have Will Power!
A
Christian’s will can be the
instrument through which families are
protected, peace of mind is achieved and
miracles happen. The distribution of
your estate can be a satisfying
expression of your values, hopes, and
faith or it can be a terrifying ordeal.
It all depends upon what we do now to
prepare.
Charitable bequests
through a Christian will are a most
appropriate expression of stewardship.
Giving through your will is an easy way
to make a significant gift of assets
that could not be given during one’s
lifetime. Gifts of property, heirlooms,
or investments are often achieved
through a bequest.’
You may wish to consider
these four styles of bequest giving
through your will.
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A particular item of property. A
stated asset such as one’s farm,
piano, or an issue of securities are
easily given through one’s will.
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A gift of cash. A specified sum of
cash can be designated in our will
even if your assets are in another
form. The non cash assets will be
liquidated and the cash distributed.
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A percentage of your estate. In
inflationary times, designating a
percentage of your estate for the
church makes a lot of sense. Many
persons give tithes of their estate
to several causes.
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Remainder gifts. You may wish to
direct that the church receive what
is left after other loved ones you
provided for are taken care of.
There is no ideal way
to create a will for everyone. The only
thing that is certain is that your will
will not be truly yours until you create
it. Don’t’ wait any longer. Exercise
your Will Power today!
Ed Eidt, The Endowment Committee
