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Giving & Planning for the Future
"I give today, so that The Leaves will be there in the future to take care of my family or me, should we ever need care. That feels like a way to really make a difference, while honoring the Cause I so deeply believe in." -a recent donor
We each can scientifically see the need for benevolence. This blesses those who are striving to walk the footsteps of our Master and follow our Leader through the fulfillment of the revelation. Our Leader, Mary Baker Eddy, had a keen eye toward benevolence, and especially the great need for it in her Movement. This became paramount in her thought, when she asked the Christian Science Board of Directors to open a sanatorium for those needing spiritual and physical care. She affirmed, “Divine Love always has met and always will meet every human need” (SH 494:10).
Benevolence to Mrs Eddy was not only spiritual, but human, as well, as seen through her own monetary donations to the children of Concord in supplying them shoes for the winter. Those who have dedicated their lives to supporting those in need through Christian Science nursing are demonstrating a high calling and divine purpose at The Leaves and in the world.
The Leaves needs your assistance to support those who have turned toward God for healing in Christian Science. There are a variety of ways you can help.
WAYS TO DONATE - GIVING GIFTS
Gifts through/from: an IRA (tax-free), a will or living trust, life insurance, cash, charitable gift annuity. theleaves.org/contribute
If you have questions about how you can contribute, please reach out to Development and Operations Manager Ty Bennett. tbennett@theleaves.org / 945-249-6056
"As a donor, I know that when I give to The Leaves, I’m reflecting God’s abundance, and investing in Love. I like to think that when I give, I’m blessing others and therefore rich in giving!" -a recent donor
PLANS TO PROSPER CAMPAIGN UPDATE
Our campaign to support our patients, residents, and staff for the future continues! These plans include: building a new Christian Science nursing facility, building new staff apartments, renovating spaces for Christian Science Nurses Training rooms, and renovating space for family/childcare.
We invite you to prayerfully and practically support this project with us and learn more about the projects at theleaves.org/planstoprosper.
