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2017-2018 BoarD of trustees
Brandon Addison ’09 Duane Bulthuis
Brad Burke
Rev. David Crum Charles De Groot
Henry De Jager
Mary Ellen Godfrey Rev. William Godfrey Doreane Huizenga John Jansen
John Kortenhoeven Ellen Korthuis Dayan Mathai Mark Mansour
Dr. Lawrence McHargue
Peter Nanninga
Rev. Brannin Pitre
John Theisens
Geo rey Vanden Heuvel Ronald Verhoeven
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If you have questions about gift planning, I invite you to contact me at 626.696.4058 or mkiledjian@providencecc. edu, or reach out to the helpful professionals at Barnabas foundation directly toll-free at 1.888.448.3040.
Providence Christian College is a member of the Barnabas Foundation.
“Without consultation, plans are frustrated, but with many counselors they succeed.”
– Proverbs 15:22 (NASB).
We’re all familiar with the tale about the husband who refused to ask for directions when he was lost on the road. Nobody gets in a car without at least believing they know how to get to their intended destination. Yet sometimes, we get lost on the way
and would do well to ask for directions. While driving directions are a small matter,
I am often surprised to discover that some of the important nancial and business decisions of life are made without seeking expert counsel. A recent exchange reminded of how important it is to seek counsel.
A friend and business owner who is in
the midst of a major transition in life and business informed me that he had recently received a consultation that provided him great relief in solving a signi cant portion of his challenges. He was undoubtedly joyful and surprised by the solutions that were mapped out for him by wise counsel. Three things stood out for me from this exchange. First, my friend was surprised that such a solution could exist to rescue him from his complex dilemma. Second, he had waited
very late in life to plan for the transitions that lay ahead for him. He was unaware of the possibilities available for him! Finally, he would not have missed some valuable advantages had he sought counsel sooner. This true story illustrates three important insights regarding business decisions, retirement, estate and nancial planning.
1–It’s never too late to seek counsel.
2–Don’t assume that consultation could not possibly apply to your situation.
3–Don’t delay seeking counsel with matters of business and nancial planning.
This is why I recommend and feature the trustworthy professionals at Barnabas Foundation to our supporters. Do you
own a closely held business or farm, or a highly appreciated asset? Are you nearing a major transition in life? Do you need to think about establishing or reviewing an estate plan (which is advisable to review every 4-5 years)? Contact the Barnabas Foundation at 888.448.3040. Their professionals can help advise you on the best path to steward your life’s work and accomplish the most for both your own future and the kingdom causes you wish to support. It is better to ask than to assume help couldn’t possibly apply to you.
wise Counsel, PeaCe of mind and good stewardshiP
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