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Supporting Church Vision Through the Stewards Fund

When Doug and Gail Seebeck first learned their church was planning to add an additional campus, they were “all in.”

Q. I’ve heard there are ways I can give to ministry and receive income for life. Is that true?

A. Yes! Through a life income gift, such as a charitable gift annuity or a charitable remainder trust, you can support the important work of your church or favorite ministry AND receive payments for life.

A figure skater finishes her routine at a competition, and fans flood the ice with stuffed animals and flower bouquets. Sometimes, so many gifts are thrown from the stands that “sweepers” help clear the ice. Who really needs that many teddy bears? What’s the point?

The Simple, Timely Solution for Tom and Dee Little

“Every day that we wait means money is not being used for its purpose.”

This urgency voiced by Tom Little characterizes the giving approach of he and his wife, Dee. “We’re giving money to things that promote Jesus Christ,” reflects Tom.

It may already be too late. This creep is sneaky. Everyone is vulnerable, regardless of age, class, gender or race. But you don’t have to let this creep near you. Let me tell you how!

No, my actual thoughts aren’t on fire. And yes, right now in one corner of my brain, Alicia Keys is belting out her hit single, “Girl on Fire.”

But my actual thoughts are on the acronym FIRE which stands for “Financial Independence Retiring Early.” Have you heard of it? It’s a movement that’s picking up steam and even headlines.