Description
Book SynopsisA manual for securing a significant number of planned gifts for a church of any denomination or size.
In order for churches and related religious institutions to advance their strategic growth initiatives, a variety of funding vehicles are required, and a planned gifts program can play an important part. A planned gifts program offers a systematic and sustainable implementation model that is formalized, progressive, and—most importantly—volunteer-based and -driven.
Implementation of a planned gifts program should be centered upon the resolution of significant church needs and the advancement of God’s work. The authors, both successful fundraisers, keep this motivation at the center of their implementation model.
Trade Review“Bob Sessum and Pend Armistead have published
the tools that they employed successfully at the Episcopal Church of the Good
Shepherd in Lexington, Kentucky. The full campaign was accomplished solely by
the members of the church in leadership roles without outside consultants.”—Kathy
Gross, Former Senior Warden, The Church
of the Good Shepherd, Lexington, Kentucky
“Planned giving is absolutely essential for the future vitality and sustainability of every congregation. Within the broad context of promoting a culture of generosity, Sessum and Armistead provide a step-by-step guide that is comprehensive, practical, and user friendly.”
—Donald V. Romanik, President, Episcopal Church Foundation
“The Book of Common Prayer directs congregational leaders to regularly discuss wills and planned giving with their congregations, but provides no practical advice. Sessum and Armistead provide the tools for making it successful.”
—The Rev. Brendan Barnicle, Rector, St. Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church, Wilsonville, Oregon
“All who read this manual will be blessed to learn and heed the wisdom of these two hopeful fundraisers.”
—The Right Rev. Brian L. Cole, 5th Episcopal Bishop of East Tennessee, Rector of Good Shepherd, Lexington (2012–17)
