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Supporting Your Parish
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Giving to Lumen ChristiBy giving to Lumen Christi, you are affirming that your faith is a priority. It is a spiritual act of gratitude and commitment to the Church. It also makes you an active participant in the saving mission of our parish. Our ministries depend on regular and faithful giving to be able to carry on their important work. -
Ways to Give
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Direct Deposit from Bank Account (ACH)
Set it & forget it!- It saves time from gathering, counting & depositing.
- It is a safe, easy & convenient way to contribute for the parishioner.
- IT’S FREE! Automated Clearing House (ACH) is free to both the church and to the parishioner.
- Contribution amounts can be updated any time.
Download the ACH form
Credit Card
Easily donate online with your credit card.- You can set up an account and manage your contributions at this site.
- You will have complete control over your donation amounts and frequency of payments.
Click here to sign up
Contribution Envelopes
You can mail them or drop them off in the collection basket at any Mass.- Many parishioners prefer to use weekly envelopes.
- These envelopes are sent automatically to your home on a recurring basis.
- If you would prefer to use another form of payment or just don’t want the envelopes, please contact us so that we can keep costs low and save paper too!
IRA & Stock
IRA
If you are 73 or older you are likely aware you must take Required Minimum Distributions (RMD) annually from your IRA accounts. Did you know that if you donate all, or a portion, of your RMD directly to Lumen Christi your contribution could be tax-free, and not considered as income, regardless of whether you itemize or take the standard deduction? This is known as a Qualified Charitable Contribution and allows you to make a charitable contribution directly from your IRA. You can fulfill all or a part of your annual pledge to the parish, while possibly limiting your tax liability.
Steps:- Contact your investment advisor and provide them with LC's name, address, EIN, and the amount you would like to contribute.
- Contact Jane Bartlett in the parish office and provide your name, the name of your investment firm, and the amount of your donation. She will watch for the check and make sure your contribution is recorded against your pledge.
Stock
We do accept direct contributions of stock. This can be a way to minimize capital gain taxes especially on investments you have held for a long time. For questions on this process check with your investment professional and Jane Bartlett in the parish office.
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Opportunities to Give
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Envelope & Offertory
All envelope and offertory pledges, as well as unrestricted gifts to the parish go toward the general operating budget of the parish. This provides for all ministries of the parish (i.e., School, Catholic Formation, Human Concerns, etc.) as well as lighting, heat, snowplowing, etc. Prayerfully consider contributing 2 or 3% of your household income or a suggested minimum of $1,200 annually. Based on our parish expenses and the number of households, our costs are approximately $1,200 per family.
Lumen Christi Parish Helping Hand Fund
The Helping Hand Fund supports those with financial needs. Monies within this fund are dispersed at the discretion of the Pastor.
Lumen Christi Parish Endowment Fund
This fund supports the future of Lumen Christi Parish and all of its ministries. Typically bequests, charitable remainder trusts, etc. (known as "Planned Gifts") are given to this fund, but outright gifts of cash or check can also be received.
Lumen Christi Catholic School Annual Fund
The Annual Fund directly supports the school's daily operating expenses. This fund bridges the gap between the school's revenues and expenses.
Lumen Christi Catholic School Endowment Fund
This fund supports the future of the school and all of its programs. Typically bequests, charitable remainder trusts, etc. (known as "Planned Gifts") are given to this fund, but outright gifts of cash or check can also be received.Jennifer Bush Scholarship Fund
This fund was created by Richard and Barbara Bush upon the passing of their daughter, Jenny. The Bush family intention for recipients is that it be someone with leadership qualities, a cheerful disposition who exhibits Christian values Middle school boys/girls are all eligible.
Shamrock
Shamrock is the major fundraising event for the school. All donations to Shamrock go toward the operating budget of the school.
During each season of Lent, Lumen Christi offers an opportunity for Almsgiving. Recently, this has included funds for St. Michael, Feed My Starving Children, or Operation Rice Bowl. More information is provided just prior to Lent each year.
Lenten Almsgiving
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For more information, contact us!
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Jane Bartlettbartlettjlumenchristiparish.orgDirector of Finance
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