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Article Type: Ask a Planner
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.
Article Type: Biblical Stewardship
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?
Article Type: Life Stories
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.
Article Type: Pastor to Pastor
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!
Article Type: Pastor to Pastor
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.
Article Type: Life Stories
The Ongoing Impact of Rich and Ann Meyer
For Rich and Ann Meyer, giving generously wasn’t about fulfilling obligations. Instead, their whole lifestyle was about generosity.
Article Type: Biblical Stewardship
4 Steps to Help Husbands and Wives Move Past Their Planning Differences
If estate planning is a challenging conversation in your home, it’s no surprise! You’re in good company!
Article Type: Ask a Planner
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.
Article Type: Pastor to Pastor
“Sovereign Lord, you alone know.”
You know these words because you’ve felt them. Overwhelmed and without recourse, you’ve remained open to the possibilities of what only God can do.
Article Type: News
With the final tally for 2018 complete, Barnabas Foundation celebrates the third consecutive record-breaking year of dollars distributed to charity. On behalf of the generous families we serve, Barnabas Foundation sent out 8,760 grants (vs. 7,548 in 2017) totaling more than $67 million (vs. $52 million in 2017) in charitable distributions.