eNewsletter » February 2009

Faithful Brethren,

All of the staff and members of the Board of Directors join me in expressing gratitude to you and to the Lord for your faithful support for GFF and for our missionaries.  As we continue our commitment to biblical missions, we appreciate your commitment to prayer and financial support of what God is doing through GFF.

We are living in challenging times, both spiritually and economically.  The continuation of a mission such as GFF is important, in spite of any downturn in the economy.  God owns the cattle on a thousand hills, so He also owns all that is needed (and more!) to sustain the missionary ministry.  We rest in His promise to meet our needs and rejoice in the part that you have in God’s plan.

In missionary circles, greatest emphasis is always given on regular, monthly support.  Without it, missionaries on the field and the home office ministry could not continue.  However, with the blessing and encouragement of the GFF Board of Directors, I want to address the issue of future funding for GFF.

Have you ever considered leaving a financial legacy to your church, to GFF, or to another Christian missionary organization after you go home to be with the Lord? It is often said that you “can’t take it with you.”  You can, however, predetermine what will be done with what you leave behind.  Larger gifts from individuals can help GFF with future funding needs and major projects. 

It is not uncommon for Christians to mention their church, a Christian mission, or other non-profit organization in their last will and testament. They may leave a percentage of their estate to help in the work of the Lord.  While this is the most common way to leave a financial legacy, it is often not the most efficient way to do so.

Although GFF does not have its own “Director of Development”, a friend of the GFF ministry – someone who was himself involved in missions for nearly 35 years - recently offered to help us contact interested donors, suggesting life insurance and annuities as better alternatives to leaving a legacy in one’s will.  GFF is not selling life insurance or annuities, but we can put you in touch with someone who will provide you all the details if you are interested in knowing more.

Rev. Craig Griffith
Chairman, the Board of Directors