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Living and Giving Generously
At Oakland Christian UCC, we see giving as an act of faith, love, and trust in God’s work among us. Jesus taught, “Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also” (Luke 12:34). Our generosity shapes our hearts and strengthens our community.
When you give to Oakland’s General Fund, you’re supporting ministries both local and global—missions and nonprofits that reflect our values of compassion, justice, and love.
We believe in the benefits of the spiritual practice of tithing—giving a portion of our income as an expression of trust and partnership with God. Whether you give 10% or another amount, we encourage giving that is joyful and intentional. Every and any gift is truly a blessing. As Malachi 3:10 says, faithful giving opens the door to God’s abundant provision.
Giving goes beyond finances. We often speak of giving our time, talent, and treasure. Your service, gifts, and presence all help build God’s kingdom and love our neighbors well.
Thank you for your generosity and for being a vital part of what God is doing through Oakland.
OAKLAND’s LEGACY Program
Oakland’s Legacy Program was established in 2018 in order to:
- Recognize those who have included a gift to Oakland Christian UCC through their will or estate plan;
- Offer others the opportunity to extend their legacy of faith beyond their lifetime;
- Insure our church remains financially stable beyond our lifetime;
- Insure our church is equipped to continue and grow its ministry;
- Encourage others to do the same.
When I consider legacy giving, it is with a feeling of great thankfulness
Dr. Leroy Howell
and gratitude to God, to my parents, and to all in the past who gave
generously and often sacrificially, so that we might all grow up in a loving and caring church family and environment. Hopefully my gift will become an instrument to extend God’s love and mercy to the generations who will
follow us.
Becoming a Member of OAKLAND’s LEGACY Program
All you have to do to become an Oakland Legacy Member is sign a Letter of Intent
that you have already or plan to include Oakland in your will or estate plan. This is not binding; it can always be changed. If you would like to learn more about the Legacy Program, just call the church office at 757-255-4353.
Once you inform the Legacy Committee or the church office that you plan to leave a gift to the church through your estate planning, your name(s) will be recorded, with your permission, on the Oakland Legacy Members’ plaque. When your gift to the church has been received, you will become an Oakland Legacy Angel. Unless you wish to remain anonymous, your name(s) will be permanently engraved on the Oakland’s Legacy Angels’ plaque.
Benefits of Becoming an Oakland’s Legacy Member
By becoming an Oakland’s Legacy Member you benefit from knowing that your gift continues beyond your lifetime to serve our faith community for generations to come. Additionally, you benefit by receiving tax advantages that may be possible with certain planned giving strategies.
By becoming a member you join those who have planned for today, tomorrow, and always.
When Should I become an Oakland’s Legacy Member?
Only you know if this is the right time to consider a legacy gift.
This might be done through your:
- Will
- Trust
- Life Insurance
- Certificate of Deposit
- Annuity
- IRA
- Retirement Plan
- Securities
- Securities
- Other
It is recommended you consult with your attorney, financial advisor, or tax accountant for advice on tax planning.
Just as we benefit from the generosity of those in the past, so must we plant the seeds
of the future for those who follow us. We are thus called to offer the best we have to those who will follow in our footsteps. Every seed will yield new life.