THA_LegacyFrom Our Pastor, Timothy Hart-Andersen

On Legacy Sunday, May 3, we learned about the reinvigorated estate-planning program for the church’s endowment, called “A Legacy of Gratitude.” I am pleased that we are paying attention to this important opportunity for church members to make a lasting gift of gratitude to Westminster through their estate. This kind of gift is not driven so much by the church’s need for ongoing support but, rather, by the desire of Westminster members to express their gratitude to God in a tangible way, in perpetuity. I like the word “legacy.” Each of us ought to be concerned about what we leave behind. I think about that notion often in terms of Westminster’s legacy. We have inherited a strong church with a wonderful history in this city. It is a chief responsibility of our generation to carry that legacy forward and to add to it during our time as leaders of this congregation. We are grateful to you, Westminster members and friends, for considering your Legacy of Gratitude to the work of this congregation and the future generations who will inherit it.

Grace and peace,THAsignature_web

From Carmen Campbell, Chair of the Legacy Committee

Campbell_CarmenMy husband, Jim, and I have been members of Westminster since the 1960s. We raised our two children here and I have been active in a variety of areas over the years. Currently, I serve on the Board of Trustees and because of this, have seen the immense impact of Legacy Giving. Each year, the Board of Trustees receives Legacy Gifts from members who wanted to express their gratitude to Westminster and to leave a lasting imprint on the future. Each gift is invested in the endowment to grow and support the church’s various ministries. When Tim (Hart-Andersen) asked me to chair the Legacy Committee I immediately said yes, and am delighted to participate in helping sustain the church’s financial health and ministry.

From Mary Hess, Director of Legacy Giving

HessMary_web_smallI have been a member of Westminster Presbyterian Church since 1989. My husband and I were married at Westminster, and our two daughters were baptized in the sanctuary. My professional background includes an M.B.A. and nearly 20 years experience in corporate marketing, program/market development and  project management. At Westminster, my involvement has included teaching Sunday School, providing staff leadership for the 150th Anniversary Campaign, and now, supporting the church as  Director of Legacy Giving. Through this I have begun to get to know many Westminster members, which I greatly enjoy. I look forward to continuing to collaborate with Westminster members to help them identify ways to leave a lasting Legacy of Gratitude.