Amherst Community Church

From the Christian Church Foundation, the planned-giving ministry of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ):

Have you included the church in your will? If not, why not?

Writing a will is a right granted by law. When we fail to take advantage of this right, our property is distributed by a formula with no consideration given for the things we hold important, like our families and our church, both here locally and in its regional and general manifestations.

Our legal system provides just three ways our estates can be distributed: to family and friends; to charities; and to the government. It is safe to assume that the way the government would distribute your assets is different from the way you would prefer.

Christians also can use their wills in one final act of stewardship. Our possessions are gifts from God, and God has intended for us to use them wisely throughout our lifetimes. Through our wills, we can provide for our loved ones while also making a faithful distribution back to God to further God’s work.

Please remember the church in your will.

To learn more about incorporating our congregation into your estate plans, call the Christian Church Foundation, (800) 668-8016.