Peace Notes-July 2017 - Word of Peace Lutheran Church
Word of Peace Lutheran Church in Rogers, MN
Word of Peace Lutheran Church in Rogers, MN
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“We have each sat under shades <strong>of</strong><br />
trees we did not plant”<br />
- Deuteronomy 6<br />
Financial <strong>Peace</strong> University Alumni:<br />
Deuteronomy Chapter 6 says, “We have each drawn water from<br />
wells we have not dug; we have sat under shades <strong>of</strong> trees we did<br />
not plant.”<br />
We each have benefied from those who came before us. It is important<br />
to do the same for those who come aer us. When you create<br />
an endowment gi for <strong>Word</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Peace</strong>, you are ensuring the con-<br />
nued ministry <strong>of</strong> <strong>Word</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Peace</strong> for future generaons.<br />
What is an Endowment Fund?<br />
An endowment fund is an investment fund established to enhance<br />
the ministries <strong>of</strong> the church beyond the general operang budget. A<br />
gi to the endowment fund extends into the future, because the<br />
principal remains intact to produce income for years to come.<br />
Gis to the endowment fund can <strong>of</strong>fer financial benefits such as a<br />
tax deducon, reducon <strong>of</strong> estate taxes and avoiding capital gains<br />
tax. In addion, you will be leaving a legacy to <strong>Word</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Peace</strong> that<br />
will connue during your lifeme and beyond. What a testament to<br />
our faith, and our thankfulness for gis He has given us!<br />
The Endowment Fund is managed by a team <strong>of</strong> <strong>Word</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Peace</strong><br />
members and staff. For more informaon, please contact the team<br />
at endowment@word<strong>of</strong>peace.org or visit word<strong>of</strong>peace.org/<br />
endowment.<br />
<strong>Word</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Peace</strong> is looking for addional facilitators<br />
to guide new individuals and households through<br />
Dave Ramsey’s Financial <strong>Peace</strong> University materials.<br />
Geng these powerful and life-changing lessons on<br />
money management and debt eliminaon to the<br />
people who need to hear them rely on people like<br />
you who have overcome the financial stress <strong>of</strong><br />
credit card debt; people like you who understand<br />
the nuts and bolts <strong>of</strong> budgeng, and are courageous<br />
and generous enough to share your failures<br />
and success stories that relate how aaining peace<br />
is not only possible but in reach right now!<br />
All interested facilitators are encouraged to contact<br />
Thom and Angie Grubbs to learn more details, ask<br />
quesons, and discern whether God is calling you<br />
to serve as a FPU facilitator and host.<br />
The next Financial <strong>Peace</strong> University Course<br />
begins September 24 at the home <strong>of</strong><br />
Thom and Angie Grubbs<br />
Stay Tuned for More Details!<br />
Quesons? Contact Thom Grubbs at (612) 859-<br />
7900 or tg@pentagoninsuranceagency.com<br />
Text ‘woplc’ to 77977<br />
Or visit word<strong>of</strong>peace.org/give<br />
THANK<br />
YOU<br />
for giving to<br />
<strong>Word</strong> <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>Peace</strong><br />
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