Several special funds have been established for special contributions.
MISSION STATEMENT
The Gift and Memorial Fund is established to provide lasting and memorable
recognition of gifts to St. John Lutheran Church, Owatonna. These funds
will be designated to one of the following categories to continue God's work
through various ministries at St. John Lutheran Church.
Memorial Funds
1. World Mission Fund - i.e. Outside St. John
2. Building Fund- i.e. Major Church Maintenance
3. Music and Worship Fund
4. Education Fund
5. Youth Fund
6. Senior Citizen Ministry Fund
7. Special church Projects
Any amount can be designated to any of the seven funds. Any gifts not specified
for those funds will be accepted as undesignated and allocated at the discretion
of the Planning and Procurement Committee.
Guidelines
All moneys received will be set up in a separate account and used only within
the fund of the donor's request. The Planning and Procurement Committee in
cooperation with the Facility Committee will review and establish a priority
list of funds. The funds are managed by the Planning and Procurement
Committee of St. John Lutheran Church. Information on current fund
balances may be obtained from any member of the Planning and Procurement
Committee.
Suggested Occasions for Special Gifts
 | In memory of a loved one |
| The birth of a child or grandchild |
| A wedding, anniversary or birthday |
| In honor of a special friend |
| A baptism, graduation or confirmation |
| In gratitude of answered prayers |
| An Inheritance |
| Just because you feel like it |
Outright Gift while living
| Cash, Securities or Real Estate |
| Assignment of life insurance policies |
Gifts upon death
| Proceeds from a will |
| Annuity or Insurance Policy beneficiary |
| Unused retirement funds (payable upon death) |
The congregation reserves the right to refuse any or all contributions.
Please call (507)-451-7293 or e-mail the Church Office for more information or questions.
You may make checks payable to: St. John Lutheran Church
Note: Gift and Memorial Fund as comment on your check.
Mail to: St. John Lutheran Church
1301 Lincoln Avenue South
Owatonna, MN 55060
Luke 12:15
". . . for even when a man has more than enough, his wealth does not give
him life." (TNEB) But in the sharing there is life.
Proverbs 13:22
"a good man leaves an inheritance to his children's children..." (TNKJV)
Your Gift at Work
The St. John Lutheran Church Foundation expends income for educational,
charitable, and religious purposes:
| Scholarships and educational grants |
| Benevolences (local, national or world-wide) |
| Christian faith propagation |
| Capital improvements and equipment |
| Youth programs |
| Evangelism |
| Property acquisition |
A thoughtful last will and testament carries out your wishes in the manner you intend. When should I make a will? Now is the best time. A will should be made early in life and updated periodically. Prepare your will thoughtfully to guarantee that property will be distributed as you want.
I believe in the good work of the St. John Lutheran Church Foundation. How do I contribute?
Some Suggestions
INDIVIDUAL GIFT OF LIFE INSURANCE
An approach to charitable giving that may offer great personal satisfaction as a
practical advantage to the Foundation and the donor is a gift of life insurance.
The following are attractive features of this type of gift:
| The death benefit going to the Foundation is guaranteed as long as premiums are paid. |
| Provides an "amplified" gift that can be purchased on the installment plan. |
| Gift is self completing and not subject to probate costs. |
| Other assets are not impaired; they can be left to family. |
| Should death occur immediately, proceeds would guarantee your living commitment to the Foundation. |
GIFTS OF APPRECIATED PROPERTY
As a contributor, you may decide to make current gifts from your capital in the form of common stock or other securities which have appreciated in value. You may have been fortunate enough to have purchased securities when prices were low and now find the securities have appreciated to substantial levels.
CASH GIFTS BY CHECK
IMPORTANT- See your lawyer, life Insurance agent or tax advisor as needed.
A GIFT TO THE ST. JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH FOUNDATION CAN BE
- a living gift of gratitude
- a lasting memorial in your parents or spouse's name
- a remembrance of a special friend or relative
- an investment in the lives of others
It Is A Gift That Gives Forever
The Foundation and Its Special Purpose
The St. John Lutheran Church Foundation offers you an
opportunity to leave a lasting memorial. All cash gifts donated to the
Foundation are invested in the fund's principal which remains Intact. Only the
interest from the fund is used when awarding grant requests. This means:
| YOUR INITIAL GIFT IS PERPETUAL |
| A GIFT THAT GIVES FOREVER |
You may contribute to the St. John Lutheran Church Foundation in the following
manner:
| Will or Trust |
| Life Insurance |
| Securities or Real Estate |
| Outright Cash Gift |
Please call (507)-451-7293 or e-mail the Church Office for more information
or questions.
You may make checks payable to: St. John Lutheran Church Foundation
Note: Foundation as comment on your check.
Mail to: St. John Lutheran Church
1301 Lincoln Avenue South
Owatonna, MN 55060