A Legacy of Giving
A Legacy of Giving
Texas Baptist Missions
Meeting the Mission Needs of Texas
Texas is a big state. Its population is growing.
The Texas Baptist Missions Foundation works with individuals and families who want to use their financial resources to help answer the growing mission needs in Texas. Although the Cooperative Program is a vital resource for Texas Baptists, the mission needs of Texas are so great that your help is needed. By working with the Foundation, you can supplement the Cooperative Program or target specific ministries of the BGCT and its churches.
The Foundation partners with donors to develop and support creative and innovative ministries. One hundred percent of every gift goes toward the donor’s chosen project, and the impact of the gift is maximized by the existing resources and expertise of the BGCT.
What it funds CHURCH STARTS The convention plans to facilitate 300 new church starts each year. Since 2000, the BGCT has helped begin over 1,500 new churches among 21 different ethnic groups. The average BGCT contribution needed for a new church start is $20,000, but there are many locations in Texas where a contribution of just $1,500 can start a new church. BORDER/MEXICO MINISTRY The millions of people living along both sides of the Rio Grande have a unique set of needs. There is the need to care for the children in six childcare homes on the border, and there are tremendous opportunities for discipleship training and pastor and lay leader training if materials can be provided. Public health needs–good drinking water, dental hygiene, nutritious food–are all important concerns that need funding in order to support the evangelistic emphases central to this ministry. DISASTER RELIEF In the event of a natural disaster, Texas Baptists are ready to respond immediately to any location in the world. Recently, more than 2000 volunteers have done exactly that, distributing food and water, repairing and building homes and churches and helping others in need. And the Texas Baptist Men provide immediate relief and training in places as diverse as Brazil, Mexico and South Africa. Texas Baptists need to be ready to respond to any disaster at any time, especially because of the unique mission opportunity disaster relief provides. BAPTIST STUDENT MINISTRY Many Texas university Baptist Student Ministry buildings need to be updated or replaced. Newer or remodeled BSM buildings enable Baptist students to reach more students, while providing tomorrow’s Baptist leaders a place to congregate with fellow believers. BSM also needs support to develop new programs and send students on summer and semester missions. OTHER INNOVATIVE MINISTRIES The Foundation partners with many new ministries that promise to introduce people to Christ throughout our state. Cowboy churches are reaching and baptizing people involved in the Western Heritage movement in record numbers, and more of these churches need to be started. With 25% of Texans living in multifamily housing, ministry in apartments is vital to reaching the lost, and dedicated chaplains are needed for this task. Small churches need help with programs to reach and disciple their teenagers, and Foundation funding helps some of these churches hire part-time college students to help with youth ministry. And hunger is an ever-growing problem, but there are many organizations that can help if resources can be found.
Where you fit in
Looking forward
The Foundation welcomes any level of support you can provide and will work with you to pinpoint the most appropriate and effective type of gift for your situation and your goals. Certain gifts may offer the donor substantial financial benefits. Common ways to give include: ·Cash ·Life insurance policies ·IRAs ·Real estate ·Retirement funds ·Stocks and bonds ·Other non-cash assets
As Texas continues to grow, the Foundation and the BGCT will continue to find innovative and effective ways to do God’s Work. But His Work requires the dedication and commitment of all Texas Baptists. Your partnership with the Foundation can help assure that Texas Baptists answer His call now and in the future.
Through a gift annuity or charitable remainder trust, the Foundation can also help you provide an income for you and your family, while supporting the mission cause of your choice.
Estate planning The Foundation can assist you in developing an effective estate plan that benefits both your family and a favorite mission cause. If you want to make a gift to a mission cause through your will, we can provide you or your attorney with the necessary language. The Foundation also works to educate people about estate planning through one-on-one consultations and seminars for churches, associations and camps. Special Foundation conferences include: ·Seven Steps to a Practical Estate Plan ·Stretching Your Income in Retirement ·Leaving a Legacy for Missions ·Financial Concerns of Women
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TEXAS BAPTIST MISSIONS FOUNDATION Baptist General Convention of Texas 333 North Washington Dallas, Texas 75246 800.558.8263 or 214.828.5343 www.bgct.org/tbmf
Mail to: Texas Baptist Missions Foundation 333 N. Washington Dallas, TX 75246 For more information call or e-mail us: 1.800.558.8263 or 214.828.5343 tbmf @ bgct.org
Texas Baptist Missions
Meeting the Mission Needs of Texas
Texas is a big state. Its population is growing.
The Texas Baptist Missions Foundation works with individuals and families who want to use their financial resources to help answer the growing mission needs in Texas. Although the Cooperative Program is a vital resource for Texas Baptists, the mission needs of Texas are so great that your help is needed. By working with the Foundation, you can supplement the Cooperative Program or target specific ministries of the BGCT and its churches.
The Foundation partners with donors to develop and support creative and innovative ministries. One hundred percent of every gift goes toward the donor’s chosen project, and the impact of the gift is maximized by the existing resources and expertise of the BGCT.
What it funds CHURCH STARTS The convention plans to facilitate 300 new church starts each year. Since 2000, the BGCT has helped begin over 1,500 new churches among 21 different ethnic groups. The average BGCT contribution needed for a new church start is $20,000, but there are many locations in Texas where a contribution of just $1,500 can start a new church. BORDER/MEXICO MINISTRY The millions of people living along both sides of the Rio Grande have a unique set of needs. There is the need to care for the children in six childcare homes on the border, and there are tremendous opportunities for discipleship training and pastor and lay leader training if materials can be provided. Public health needs–good drinking water, dental hygiene, nutritious food–are all important concerns that need funding in order to support the evangelistic emphases central to this ministry. DISASTER RELIEF In the event of a natural disaster, Texas Baptists are ready to respond immediately to any location in the world. Recently, more than 2000 volunteers have done exactly that, distributing food and water, repairing and building homes and churches and helping others in need. And the Texas Baptist Men provide immediate relief and training in places as diverse as Brazil, Mexico and South Africa. Texas Baptists need to be ready to respond to any disaster at any time, especially because of the unique mission opportunity disaster relief provides. BAPTIST STUDENT MINISTRY Many Texas university Baptist Student Ministry buildings need to be updated or replaced. Newer or remodeled BSM buildings enable Baptist students to reach more students, while providing tomorrow’s Baptist leaders a place to congregate with fellow believers. BSM also needs support to develop new programs and send students on summer and semester missions. OTHER INNOVATIVE MINISTRIES The Foundation partners with many new ministries that promise to introduce people to Christ throughout our state. Cowboy churches are reaching and baptizing people involved in the Western Heritage movement in record numbers, and more of these churches need to be started. With 25% of Texans living in multifamily housing, ministry in apartments is vital to reaching the lost, and dedicated chaplains are needed for this task. Small churches need help with programs to reach and disciple their teenagers, and Foundation funding helps some of these churches hire part-time college students to help with youth ministry. And hunger is an ever-growing problem, but there are many organizations that can help if resources can be found.
Where you fit in
Looking forward
The Foundation welcomes any level of support you can provide and will work with you to pinpoint the most appropriate and effective type of gift for your situation and your goals. Certain gifts may offer the donor substantial financial benefits. Common ways to give include: ·Cash ·Life insurance policies ·IRAs ·Real estate ·Retirement funds ·Stocks and bonds ·Other non-cash assets
As Texas continues to grow, the Foundation and the BGCT will continue to find innovative and effective ways to do God’s Work. But His Work requires the dedication and commitment of all Texas Baptists. Your partnership with the Foundation can help assure that Texas Baptists answer His call now and in the future.
Through a gift annuity or charitable remainder trust, the Foundation can also help you provide an income for you and your family, while supporting the mission cause of your choice.
Estate planning The Foundation can assist you in developing an effective estate plan that benefits both your family and a favorite mission cause. If you want to make a gift to a mission cause through your will, we can provide you or your attorney with the necessary language. The Foundation also works to educate people about estate planning through one-on-one consultations and seminars for churches, associations and camps. Special Foundation conferences include: ·Seven Steps to a Practical Estate Plan ·Stretching Your Income in Retirement ·Leaving a Legacy for Missions ·Financial Concerns of Women
Information Request I’d like information on: 5 5 5 5 5
Including Baptist causes in my will Planning my estate Making a non-cash gift Creating a trust that pays me income Making a gift of life insurance
5
Please call me.
5
I’d like to help today. Enclosed is my check for $
Name Address City State Telephone(
Zip )
TEXAS BAPTIST MISSIONS FOUNDATION Baptist General Convention of Texas 333 North Washington Dallas, Texas 75246 800.558.8263 or 214.828.5343 www.bgct.org/tbmf
Mail to: Texas Baptist Missions Foundation 333 N. Washington Dallas, TX 75246 For more information call or e-mail us: 1.800.558.8263 or 214.828.5343 tbmf @ bgct.org
