Get benefits of gift annuities now, help the church down the road

The United Methodist Foundation of Arkansas’ gift annuities can be a powerful giving tool, especially for seniors on fixed incomes. They offer attractive rates of return on invested funds as an alternative to CDs or savings accounts. “Gift annuities provide a guaranteed lifetime income that can continue to a surviving spouse,” said Janet Marshall, UMFA […]

From the Editor: Being thankful when it’s tough

It’s finally November; a month typically associated with giving sacrificially and being thankful for your blessings. At least, that’s what November is supposed to be about. But these days, I feel like it’s becoming increasingly more difficult to reflect on what I’m thankful for in this world. Maybe it’s because I’m keenly aware of all […]