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    Janet and Bruce Waechter have been members of Upper Dublin Lutheran Church since 1960 and have been involved in many church activities and committees over the years. While the church has balanced its budgets most years, endowment gifts to the church have totaled less than $100,000 over 30 years, which is a concern as assets have remained the same. Janet and Bruce hope others will consider planned gifts to the church like they have through their wills to help preserve the church's mission and work for future generations.

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    Janet and Bruce Waechter have been members of Upper Dublin Lutheran Church since 1960 and have been involved in many church activities and committees over the years. While the church has balanced its budgets most years, endowment gifts to the church have totaled less than $100,000 over 30 years, which is a concern as assets have remained the same. Janet and Bruce hope others will consider planned gifts to the church like they have through their wills to help preserve the church's mission and work for future generations.

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    Janet and Bruce Waechter have been members of Upper Dublin Lutheran Church since 1960 and have been involved in many church activities and committees over the years. While the church has balanced its budgets most years, endowment gifts to the church have totaled less than $100,000 over 30 years, which is a concern as assets have remained the same. Janet and Bruce hope others will consider planned gifts to the church like they have through their wills to help preserve the church's mission and work for future generations.

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    Janet and Bruce Waechter have been members of Upper Dublin Lutheran Church since 1960 and have been involved in many church activities and committees over the years. While the church has balanced its budgets most years, endowment gifts to the church have totaled less than $100,000 over 30 years, which is a concern as assets have remained the same. Janet and Bruce hope others will consider planned gifts to the church like they have through their wills to help preserve the church's mission and work for future generations.

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    J

    anet and Bruce


    joined Upper
    Dublin Lutheran
    Church in 1960.

    Kylie knows what a friend


    she has in Jesus !

    We have witnessed the


    building of our new
    church in 1973, the
    connection of the
    Christian Education
    Building and the Church,
    and addition of the
    Chapel in 1997, and the new multi-purpose room
    and narthex expansion in 2011.

    Living Waters
    Endowment Fund
    Upper Dublin Lutheran Church

    Both of us have been involved in all facets of


    church activities, committees and Council over the
    years. Bruce has served as Finance Chair over the
    last thirty years.
    Upper Dublin has balanced its yearly budgets
    almost every year, yet (with one exception) church
    endowment and assets have remained essentially
    the same. Endowment-type gifts to our Church
    have totaled less than $100,000 over this entire
    thirty-year period. This is a concern.
    Janet and I feel strongly about preserving the
    mission and work of our 262 year-old congregation. Thats why both of us identified gifts to our
    Church in our wills over twenty years ago. We
    hope that many others will consider similar gifts to
    help endow our Churchs work for the next
    generations.
    ~ Janet and Bruce Waechter

    For more information


    go to our website at
    UDLC.org/livingwaters

    The information in this brochure is not intended as legal or


    tax advice. For such advice, please consult your attorney or
    tax advisor.

    Recently at our new member social time and time again folks shared thoughts like this:
    We chose UDLC because your members made us feel welcome from day one!
    That outdoor service in summertime is so great. Its about relationships here
    so much energy and warmth - especially in the sharing time during worship.
    We want our children to have a lasting faith in God; and they love Sunday School,
    childrens sermons and VBS, even confirmation and the youth band!
    We knew this was the church for us!

    Thanks be to God!
    UDLC IS making a difference in peoples lives, and in the world.
    And your Living Waters gift will enable Gods mission to expand for years to come!

    But whoever drinks the water I give them will never thirst. Indeed, the water
    I give them will become in them a spring of water welling up to eternal life.
    John 4:14

    The Mission of
    Upper Dublin
    Lutheran Church is...

    To invite
    invite and
    and welcome
    welcome
    To
    all people
    people to
    to know
    know Jesus,
    Jesus,
    all
    to provide
    provide spiritual
    spiritual nourishment
    nourishment
    to
    and to
    to join
    join in
    in God's
    God's ministries
    ministries
    and
    so that
    that we
    we will
    will be
    be strengthened
    strengthened to
    to serve.
    serve.
    so

    Consider a Legacy Gift Today!

    onsider providing UDLC a reservoir of


    resources far into the future through
    making a gift to the Living Waters
    Endowment Fund. If you have included the
    church in your plans already or plan to create an
    endowment for its support, please let us know.
    We are happy to come visit you at home and to
    explain possible methods for giving, when and
    how you choose, now or in the near future.
    Qualifying legacy gifts include naming UDLC
    as a beneficiary in your:

    Will or trust
    Retirement plan
    Life insurance policy
    Other planned gift methods at any age include:
    Charitable gift annuities
    Charitable remainder trusts
    Charitable lead trusts
    Directed cash gifts

    For more information about the Living Waters


    Endowment Fund or to learn more about how
    you can establish your own legacy, please return
    the enclosed reply card or contact our office at
    215-646-7999.

    Letter from the Pastor

    ts already a decade plus, that I have


    been privileged to serve as one of the
    pastors at UDLC. Time flies by in such
    a busy, entrepreneurial, capable, inviting,
    community for ministry! I once described
    this congregation as a hold on to your hat
    kind of place. Its a whirlwind of dynamic
    volunteers using their gifts and elbow
    grease to make Gods world a better, more
    equitable environment for all. We have an
    obvious devotion to: outreach, social justice
    and service, generous stewardship habits,
    multi-cultural investment, and growing
    warm, fun relationships for ALL ages, within
    and outside our doors All this is a rare
    find nowadays. People care deeply about
    our global neighbors and our local needs,
    from Appalachian home repair to delivering
    Beds for Kids in Center City and feeding
    homeless at Chosen 300 for 18 years, and to
    the dirt road villages of Tanzania. We are
    growing younger by demographics, yet
    have a history of being Church in Ambler
    since 1753.

    Still, I was caught off guard when a member


    recently asked me, Pastor, do you plan to
    leave UDLC a legacy gift from your
    estate? YES! I admitted. Have you
    made the arrangements yet? he nudged
    me. No, (the ultimate procrastinator) but I
    will very soon!
    Time flies by, indeed! Have you also
    considered giving a gift to ensure this congregation will continue making a faith-filled
    difference for
    generations to
    come? Read on to
    see how worthwhile that investment will be.
    Dont wait!
    Dyan M. Lawlor,
    Lead Pastor

    Two of our most Recent


    Capital Campaigns were...
    Build to Witness
    To accommodate our growing needs as a congregation,
    UDLC has had two major capital campaigns over the last
    twenty years. In 1995, the Build to Witness campaign
    added improved sound systems and technology for
    worship, over 9,000 sq. ft. of staff offices, Sunday
    school rooms, a Chapel, and we connected the Christian
    Education Building and the Church.

    Build to Serve
    A Welcome Place for all Generations
    In 2010-12, our Build to Serve campaign added a
    large multi-purpose room, and greatly expanded our
    narthex with the SON Room for coffee and fellowship.
    Two new screens were built in the nave, plus two
    powerful projectors installed in the balcony. The kitchen
    in Fellowship Hall was upgraded and lighting also, with
    new curtains, carpeting and paint! We already are eager
    for MORE space for our growing congregation and its
    many many activities.

    While each of these congregational campaigns were self fund-raising,


    a sufficiently large endowment fund would have reduced both such fund-raising
    needs, and decreased the amount of mortgage we carry currently ($500,000).

    UDLC a Welcome Place


    for All Generations!

    Ground Breaking Day for Build to Serve CampaignCampaign-long time members


    Adele and Dick Veihl and Claire and Don Thompson.

    Over the years, both Richard and I


    were active in numerous church
    activities including Council and
    many, many committee activities.
    (Perhaps now, with my recent injury,
    I may need to back off a bit), but I
    plan to be active for years to come.
    I love our Church!

    Christmas Eve 2014

    It all begins in the Living Waters


    of Baptism, where empowered
    by the Holy Spirit, we are commissioned
    to bring refreshment to our
    broken world in these words

    any years
    ago, my
    husband Richard
    and I wanted to
    contribute to several
    organizations that
    were most meaningful to us.
    Upper Dublin Lutheran Church was
    one of them. Among the many
    reasons that we loved Upper Dublin
    are the members, the pastors, the
    programs, the youth and the rich
    heritage of our 250-plus year
    history. Id like to see our Church
    continue to flourish for centuries
    to come, and realize that the
    generations of today need to
    provide a foundation for the future.

    Years ago, for our contribution, we


    chose the Charitable Gift Annuity
    approach - as it provided us (and
    now just me) an attractive income
    throughout our lives. In that way,
    we were happy that we could make
    a significant contribution to Upper
    Dublin Lutheran Church to help
    endow the future of the church we
    both love. I hope that others also
    might consider such an approach.
    ~ Adele Veihl

    We rejoice with you


    in the life of baptism.
    Together we will give thanks and praise
    to God and proclaim the good news
    to all the world.

    Pastor Keith Anderson baptizes a child


    at our outdoor summer service.

    Introducing a new opportunity to


    make a lasting difference
    The Living Waters Endowment Fund
    Established in 2015, the Living Waters Endowment Fund honors the legacy and dedication of all
    the pastors, leaders and members, whose vision for the future of UDLC continues to guide and
    inspire us today.
    When you establish your legacy gift or endowment, you add power and permanency to the
    Churchs outreach into the world! UDLC has a multi-faceted series of programs, near and far,
    that exemplify faithful disciples heeding Gods call to love one another as I have loved you.
    Dear Fellow Members:
    As someone who makes their living helping charities develop and grow their
    planned giving programs, I have seen the power and impact that legacy gifts
    have on the members and the people they serve. It is a honor and privilege to
    help launch The Living Waters Endowment Fund. Including the church in your
    estate plans is an easy way to give back and many of the gifts cost you nothing
    during your lifetime. Thats why my wife, Lorraine and I have included the
    church in our will.
    My role is strictly as a volunteer. I do not sell insurance or any financial
    products. I am available to speak with you if you would like to explore your
    options. You can email me at [email protected] and reach me direct at
    610-653-7906.
    Joe Tumolo
    Planned Giving Donor and Volunteer

    Prayer Shawl Ministry

    Joe

    and

    Lorraine

    For more information go to our website at UDLC.org/livingwaters

    U p p e r D u b l i n s M i n i s t r i e s a r e a w o r t h y i n v e s t m e n t . . .

    now and for generations to come.


    come .

    "

    When my wife and I were looking for a church to raise our young family, we found a spiritual

    ou feed the hungry through several programs and keep meals on hand at the church ... when they

    richness at Upper Dublin that we couldn't find elsewhere. Each of us are spiritually fulfilled in
    different ways, and for me that fulfillment comes through music. I enjoy singing in the chancel choir, and
    assisting with the color bell and chime choirs for the pre-K
    and elementary age groups respectively. What has truly
    Let Justice roll
    impressed us are the variety of voice and instrumental
    down like waters
    groups that cater to kids and adults of all ages, and the
    And righteousness
    cross-generational relationships that have formed and
    like an ever flowing
    strengthened. In my youth, I was fortunate to have grown
    stream.
    up in a similar church environment. My faith was strengthAmos 5-:24
    ened and life-long friendships formed as a result, and I am
    excited that my children will get to have a similar experience here at Upper Dublin. (Adam)

    experience a health crisis or death in the family. You welcome refugees into your community, and

    demonstrate that all people are Gods people (even) from faith traditions other than your own.
    You provide beds and bedding for children in poverty with a goal of 500 beds per year. You provide 25 plus
    scholarships for Tanzanian students, and youve helped build and sustain SEKOMU, a university in Tanzania

    with a mission to train special education teachers.

    ~ Pastor John Hougen

    Zones of Peace Award

    Received on Januar y 25, 2015

    "

    pper Dublin has been following the path

    ... when I walked into my first Adult Forum, I was blown away! The professors who

    of peace for many decades, never with

    lead the discussions each week are full of insights and make the bible material thoughtprovoking. 'Forum' has helped me better understand my bible and Lutheran theology.

    the goal of being recognized, but with the goal

    I am encouraged to read scripture more often in an 'in depth way.' I look forward to
    expanding my biblical knowledge in Adult Forum for years to come! (Stephanie)

    of simply being on that road with as many


    partners as possible. And today we recognize

    Joined UDLC in 2014, Adam & Stephanie Jacob

    this church not in a spirit of boasting about

    Some people think youth are the hope of tomorrow


    but at Upper Dublin, they are leaders of the church TODAY!

    what you have accomplished, but what God has


    The Rev. John Hougen and Bishop Claire Burkat
    presented UDLC with the Zones of Peace Award
    on behalf of the Religious Leaders Council of Greater Philadelphia.

    Iraqi Refugee Family

    St. James School

    accomplished through you."


    ~ Bishop Claire Burkat

    Outreach Meal Packaging

    ~ Pastor Dyan Lawlor

    Tanzanian Scholarship Studen


    nts

    Beds For Kids


    ASP
    Appalachian Service Project

    Kapitanov Refugee Family

    Project Day

    Affirm
    mation of Baptism

    Youth Sunday
    SundayCommunion Assistant, Assisting Minister, Student Preachers and Band

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