Eastern Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada

Member church of the Lutheran World Federation

Beyond Bequests: Exploring Giving Vehicle Options

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ELFEC (Evangelical Lutheran Foundation) and the Anglican Diocese of Ottawa are pleased to present a FREE webinar on Legacy Giving.

We will be answering:

  • What are some of the options for leaving a gift to a charity?
  • Can I leave the proceeds of a life insurance policy to a charity?
  • What is a Donor Advised Fund and how does it work?
  • Can I name my church as a beneficiary on my RRSP or RRIF?
  • What is a Charitable Remainder Trust?
  • Who do I speak with?

Life Insurance, Annuities, proceeds from an RRSP or RRIF, Charitable Remainder Trust, Donor Advised Funds – these are all options available to people who wish to meet their philanthropic goal by leaving a gift to their local congregation, the wider church, or another charity.  While each person’s situation is unique, these are some of the common ways people provide a charitable gift beyond a bequest in a Will. 

After the presentation, there will be a time for people to ask questions.  As well, anyone who registers will receive a recorded copy of the presentation.

Register Here:  https://beyondbequests.eventbrite.ca

For further information, contact Kathryn Smith, Giving Advisor at ksmith@elfec.ca or 1-888-308-9461

Demystifying Death and Dying

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What do I want to know? Demystifying Dying and Death conversations begin here. Rarely
do we have the opportunity to discuss what is important to us, whether they may be fears,
curiosity or practical what do I do now questions. With three featured professionals, John
Lougheed, Jamie Foley and Christine Ramseyer, and with ample opportunity in our Q&A, we will explore these issues on March 4th from 1:30pm to 3:00pm.

Interested? Register for this free event here:

https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwkc-CqrjItH9WrS33JBQjRDQbOuEOES4nO

Sponsored by Mount Zion Lutheran Church in Waterloo Ontario
More information: mtzion@mzlc.ca


John Lougheed: United Church Minister, retired Hospital Chaplain and serving part time at
Erb & Good Family Funeral Home
Jamie Foley: Registered psychotherapist with the Spiritual Care team at Grand River
Hospital
Christine Ramseyer RN: Parish Nurse Mount Zion Lutheran Church