Our will to grow is strong, and by using your estate to aid the ministry of Christ, you'll bless the lives of many others who will benefit from our services for years to come.

Many people would like to make a gift to the church and its ministries but are unfamiliar with the variety of ways in which such gifts can be made. Here are just a few ways to consider when making a gift to the First Lutheran Church Foundation:

• Giving through Gift Annuities
• Your Will as a Witness
• Giving through Stock
• Giving Through Life Insurance
• A Gift that Continues to Give
• You Decide…Giving through Donor Advised Funds
• Deferred Payment Charitable Gift Annuity
• Leave a Legacy: Stewardship Planning for Families

For more information, please call Pastor Dave Johnson, director of development for the First Lutheran Church Foundation or his assistant, Barb Peterson at (605) 339-1983, ext. 53. Or, you may contact Lutheran Planned Giving directly at 800-653-9520 or visit their website www.lpgsd.org.

Common Questions
How is my contribution used, specifically?
Regardless of the size of your bequest, nearly 100 percent of the earnings from your contribution will support the various areas of First Lutheran's ministry, including: Adult Disciplesip, Youth Ministries, Senior Ministries, and Outreach Ministries. The needs of the church are constantly evolving, and while you may designate your donation for a specific cause, funds are most valuable when they can be used in the areas they are needed the most.

How does a bequest affect my taxes?
Your contribution may be entirely offset by tax savings. Talk with your tax advisor to learn the specifics.

What's the first step?
If you are interested in serving your fellow brothers and sisters in Christ even beyond life, please call Pastor Dave Johnson at (605) 361-8187 or Barb Peterson at (605) 339-1983, ext. 53. You may also email the church at info [at] flcsf [dot] org.

First Lutheran Church Foundation Investment Balances
1992-2008

First Lutheran Church Disbursements ro First Lutheran Church
1992-2009*

First Lutheran Church Foundation Gifts from Members & Friends of FLC
1992-2008

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