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The Impact of the Stewards Fund

It’s no surprise that this was a challenging year for several of Barnabas Foundation’s member ministries. Even so, ministry leaders report experiencing new opportunities and God’s provision time and time again – often as a result of Stewards Fund supporters.

What’s the cost of church renewal?

It depends on the type of cost, right? Fees for renewal programs range from hundreds to thousands of dollars; but there’s also the human cost of soul searching, prayer and repentance.

Which cost would you rather pay?

Billionaires are pretty great – at least, according to most people. How else can one explain the vast spectrum of influence and opportunity they are afforded?

Q: What are my options for an executor of my will or a trustee of my trust?

A: You have a variety of options when it comes to making this important decision:

Why Phil and Sheri Hall Are Quick to Tell Others About the Stewards Fund.

Q: How does this year’s SECURE Act affect my IRA giving?

A. What’s Changed:

1. Now you can continue to invest in your IRA after age 70 ½,

but if you do, those investments will reduce your annual

qualified charitable distribution limit. Talk to a trusted

advisor for further details.

2. You don’t have to take your required minimum distribution

until age 72.

There are athletes who love the fourth quarter. They play at a different level than at any other time – especially in games where the team is behind. In the final moments, they deliver, and it makes all the difference.

I once suggested to a funeral director that his standard pay rate for conducting a funeral service be raised. His curt reply: ‘I thought you did this for ministry.’

Ouch

So when does greed leach into ministry? Where’s the line and how do we know it’s been crossed?