First Lutheran Church Carlisle, PA

STEWARDSHIP NEWS

The Stewardship Committee Wants to
Continue to Hear From You

As a committee, we asked for your suggestions, thoughts, and concerns relative to our church, and we are pleased to report that we have received nine fairly comprehensive, well-thought-out responses, from both signed and anonymous sources, ranging from short, handwritten suggestions, to lengthy, detailed typewritten entries.  For those who answered our request, we genuinely thank you for your time, your insight, and commitment to the work of First Lutheran.

We look forward to receiving more responses as we go forward, working toward resolutions to the issues that must be addressed.  God bless you for your caring and for helping with the work of the church.

SOME IMPORTANT INFORMATION FROM THE STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE ESPECIALLY FOR SENIORS, 70.5 YEARS OLD AND OLDER

Here are two unique ways that senior members of the congregation can make special contributions to First Lutheran Church.

1. A member has designated First Lutheran Church as beneficiary in her will; however, she wants to help now with the congregation’s deficit giving.  With the advice of her lawyer and accountant, she donates a portion of her estate now to her church.  By doing so, she sees the results of her contribution, and the congregation benefits from her generosity.  When First Lutheran hears from an executor, it is bittersweet news.  Receiving financial gifts from a living member is cause for celebration.

2. A member has a tax-sheltered account (traditional IRA, 401k, 403b); however, he wants to help with the congregation’s deficit giving.  With the advice of his accountant, he makes a distribution payable directly to First Lutheran.  The charitable contribution avoided tax consequences, saving the donor money and providing the church with needed cash.  Only people who are 70.5 years of age and older have this option available.  At present, the tax break applies to distributions that are made prior to December 31, 2009.

These are just two possible ways of giving to First Lutheran.  Perhaps you would consider joining these individuals in giving to current and capital project needs.  Again, advice should be received from your financial advisor and/or lawyer before making any contributions.

Thank you for all your support.

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“Identity Theft: What you need to know,” is a free 50-minute workshop designed to help participants learn:

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· Steps to take if identity theft happens to them.

The workshop will be presented by Thrivent Financial representatives of the South Central PA Group.

When: Thursday, May 20th from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM

Where: First Evangelical Lutheran Church, at the Corner of East High and Bedford Streets, in the Martin Luther Room.

Refreshments will be served afterward.

Sign up for this free event today!

Sign up in the church office by May 10^th.

The “Identity Theft: What you need to know” workshop is intended only to educate you about financial decisions. It is broad in scope and does not consider your individual personal financial situation, which is unique. The information and advice may not be appropriate in all cases. No products will be offered for sale.

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