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5. As a community of faith,
We build on our
In 2006, the members of Little River United
church’s history while
Church of Christ established an Endowment Fund
Little River
looking forward.
to accumulate funds that will underwrite the mis-
United Church
sion of our church in perpetuity. Elected volunteers
Little River United Church of Christ was founded in
of Christ
implement a formal policy that governs the admin- 1955 in part as a Christian witness in the struggle
for racial integration. Today we are a community of
istration and uses of the restricted Fund. Thanks faith drawing strength from our biblical heritage while
An Open and
spreading the good news of the gospel, ministering to
to generous and foresighted donors, the Fund is
our neighbors, and opposing intolerance. Affirming Congregation
invested now and is growing toward the minimum The United Church of Christ traces its roots in America
to the Pilgrims and the Congregational Churches. Over
goal of $250,000, at which time the Fund’s ap-
the past four centuries, churches of the western frontier
preciation and earnings can be used to implement and German heritage have joined the denomination.
Today the UCC continues to build on its strong tradi-
the purposes of the Church, both here at home and
Endowment
tions of education, social welfare, and commitment to
liberty of conscience inherent in the gospel.
in the wider community. The principal of the Fund
Fund
will continue to increase undisturbed. Your help is
Pastoral Staff
essential to the fulfillment of our vision. The Rev. Dr. Verne E. Arens,
Senior Pastor
The Rev. Ginna Minasian Dalton,
Pastor for Christian Education, Youth, and Evangelism
The Rev. James M. Bell,
Minister for Community Relations
Endowment Fund Committee
For further information about the purpose and manage-
God ment of the Endowment Fund or to discuss a gift or
is still arrange a bequest, please contact a member of the
Endowment Fund Committee. Consult your church
speaking, directory or call the church office for assistance in
reaching a current committee member.
“ Never place a period where God has put a comma”
—Gracie Allen
What is the value of an When can gifts be made What can be given to the
Little River United Church of Christ
8410 Little River Turnpike (Route 236)
Endowment Fund? to the Endowment Fund? Endowment Fund?
Annandale, Virginia 22003-3798
703-978-3060
As in the case of an individual, a business, or a Gifts may be made at any time. Frequently gifts to Cash, stock, and some property can be given to the
www.lrucc.org
college, the future will bring Little River a host of the Endowment Fund are made through bequests or Endowment Fund. Appreciated stock and other prop-
exciting opportunities and needs. A substantial from living trusts. Donors also may arrange so-called erty held for more than one year make ideal gifts as
Endowment Fund will provide essential assistance planned gifts, such as charitable gift annuities, which they provide a fair market value tax deduction to you,
in acting on these opportunities. The Church will provide lifetime payments to the donor and benefit and you do not have to pay tax on the appreciation
be able to undertake exciting new programs and the Endowment Fund upon the donor’s death. A as you would if you had sold the property. Consult
ministries, sponsor new outreach projects in our gift from your estate is an excellent way to provide your tax advisor to determine what is best for you.
community and beyond, or implement necessary support that will continue your annual giving to the
Giving to the Endowment Fund of our Church is a
capital projects with greater flexibility and ease. Church in perpetuity. Your estate planning profes-
meaningful way to mark your commitment to Little
sional will be able to advise you and provide for your
River. The funds you give will provide a living memori-
How can we help wishes. Further information is available also from
al of your Christian discipleship through your participa-
members of the Endowment Fund Committee. Be
Little River build its
tion in the life of Little River United Church of Christ.
sure that your lawyer or advisor has the full name
and address of this beneficiary: Endowment Fund
Endowment Fund? of Little River United Church of Christ, 8410 Little
River Turnpike, Annandale, Virginia 22003.
We can help by giving thoughtfully and generously to
In addition, gifts in memory of a friend or family
the Endowment Fund. By doing so, we will help ensure
member are especially appropriate because they remain
that Little River will be able to nurture and care for the
part of this permanent Fund. Or you may give
spiritual and programmatic needs of its members and
to the Endowment Fund to honor a special
the community for years to come.
occasion such as a birthday, anniver-
sary, or graduation. Or you may wish
to give periodically to the Endow-
ment Fund, just as you do for the
Church’s operating fund.
“Significant initiatives in ministry today are possible because of the
faithful giving of past generations who wanted their passion for
the gospel of Jesus Christ to create opportunities for mission and
service long after they were gone.”
— Verne Arens
13. Medical Evacuation Triage &
Treatment Assessment (METTA) 2008
State of North Carolina
June 12, 2008
L-3 com
Emergency Preparedness Training Poster
14. A Conflict Resolution
Retreat will be lead by
Dr. AL Fuertes.
Dr. Fuertes will lead
participants in a
process of naming
issues of conflict in
their lives and lead
them through a
process of
reconciliation.
Reserve your spot
early— space available
for only 11 participants !
Conflict Resolution
February 17-18
Friday, 5:00PM- Saturday, 4:00PM
Hallowood Retreat & Conference Center
Comus, MD
http://www.hallowood.org
$25.00/person
Includes meals & accommodations
Portions of this event are underwritten by the
Spaar Grant for Spiritual Formation and spon-
sored by the Board of Christian Education.
15. Meeting the challenge of diversity:
An Anti-Racism retreat.
Retreat Leaders:
Rev. Art Waidman &
Rev. Nathan Harris
Dates:
March 24-25
Begins at 5:30 on Friday evening
and ends on Saturday at 4:00 PM
Location:
Bon Secours Spiritual Center
1525 Marriottsville Rd.
Marriottsville, MD 21104
PH.: 410.442.1320
www.bonsecours.org/BSSC
Cost:
$50. per person includes room,
break out food and meals
Enrollment limited to 25 people
Please call or email the church
office to register and include
your registration fee as soon as
possible.