Donor Stories

Learn how others have made an impact through their acts of giving to share Jesus and their Christian values with others through the work and service of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod

Gift of Corn
Gift of Corn
Roy and Mary Jobst are faithful members of their congregation.
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To Whom Much Has Been Given, Much Is Expected and Required
To Whom Much Has Been Given, Much Is Expected and Required
Bill and Janis Bischoff have been blessed...

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Implementing a Christian Estate Plan
Implementing a Christian Estate Plan
"We want our estate to further God's kingdom".
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We love because He first loved us
We love because He first loved us
A hallmark of the LCMS is the preparation and education...
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Peace of Mind through Estate Planning
Peace of Mind through Estate Planning
"I just want people to know Jesus," says Elvina.
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Using a Beneficiary Designation to Make a Gift to Charity
Using a Beneficiary Designation to Make a Gift to Charity
Joanne and her late husband Hal had been longtime supporters of our organization. Recently, Joanne's children encouraged...
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Peace of Mind Gift Annuity
Peace of Mind Gift Annuity
Many years ago, Clara bought a home. Since she was very pleased with her home, she bought stock in the company that built the home.
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The Retirement Unitrust
The Retirement Unitrust
Mary grew up on a farm. When her parents passed away, she and her husband Bill inherited the farm.
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Property Turns Into Income
Property Turns Into Income
Miranda lived in the family home where she and her spouse had raised their three children. After her spouse passed away, Miranda found it increasingly difficult to care for her property.
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Current Gifts
Current Gifts
As is the case with many families, there are times each year when Jim and Sharon focus their attention on gift giving.
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Transferable on Death (TOD) Gifts
Transferable on Death (TOD) Gifts
Harold and Jeanne married after meeting at an event The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod held for our donors. They wanted to leave a legacy gift...
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Give it Twice Trust
Give it Twice Trust
While visiting The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod Mission (LCMS) Advancement's gift planning website, June came across the idea of a give it twice trust. She contacted the charity for more information.
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Bequest of Insurance
Bequest of Insurance
Marla and Wayne purchased a life insurance policy many years ago to create security for their children's future.
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Testamentary Charitable Remainder Unitrust: Have Your Cake and Eat it Too!
Testamentary Charitable Remainder Unitrust: Have Your Cake and Eat it Too!
We have all heard the saying "You can't have your cake and eat it too." This phrase describes a situation where we want two good things at the same time when that isn't possible.
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