Planned Giving
Your Legacy Matters Here
Carrying the Light Forward
"Arise, shine; for your light has come, and the glory of the LORD has risen upon you." Isaiah 60:1
For more than 250 years, First Presbyterian Church has been a beacon of light in Albany. Legacy gifts have enabled us to teach our young people about God's love and glory, reach into our communities to provide support where it is needed most, and preach the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Contributions from generations before us have enabled this congregation to be a force for good in the community. Now, as we marvel in the Messiah's light, the saints - those among us, those departed from us, and those worshipping in Christ's universal Church, implore us to carry that light forward to generations yet unknown and missions yet to be fulfilled.
While the needs of our community have evolved over time, the legacy gifts of our ancestors in faith have laid the groundwork for the First Presbyterian Church we know and love today.
We hope that you will prayerfully consider how you can help First Presbyterian carry the light forward for years to come.
Donate
Another way to give to First Pres is to make a direct contribution. Contributions can be given at any time. You can donate in cash, by check, by debit or credit, or through a transfer of stock.
Endow
Your gift or bequest to First Presbyterian’s Endowment Fund will help sustain our congregation. Including First Presbyterian in your estate planning also helps secure our congregation’s mission. Please call the church’s Office Administrator, Jamie Mamone , to arrange an appointment with a Legacy Giving Committee member to discuss.
HOW TO PAY
Regardless of how you give, there are several ways to pay.
Online
By Check
You can mail a check to First Pres or place a check in the collection plate on Sunday. You can also set up automatic payments through your own bank. Please call the church’s Office Administrator, Jamie Mamone , for more information on this option.
By Cash
If you wish a cash contribution to be recorded in your name, please enclose it in an envelope with your name on it and put it in the collection plate. Blank envelopes are available in the pew racks.
Transfer of Stock
You can pay by transferring ownership of stock to First Presbyterian. Please call the church’s Office Administrator, Jamie Mamone , for more information.
