Who WILL Care for Your Family? (Getting Your Household in Order)

As Christians we know that since the fall illnesses, injuries, and death occur. We are not to worry or despair of what may happen in the future. God has given us intelligence and resources to thoughtfully prepare for worldly challenges in a manner that helps our loved ones through giving direction and a clear confession of faith that reduces the potential for conflict and ensures our religious beliefs are honored in the darkest of valleys.

Christina Shourds, Attorney, Pathway Law PLLC, a member of St. Matthew Lutheran Church, Grand Rapids, will present on Estate Planning topics including:

1. Trusts
2. Wills (with emphasis on setting up a Will that names their Trust as beneficiary)
3. Powers of Attorney for Finances (and general legal decisions)
4. Powers of Attorney for Health Care (with advance health care decision guidance)
5. HIPAA Authorizations
6. Designation of Funeral Representatives
7. Nomination of Guardians and Conservators for Minors

Rev. Jeremy Swem, pastor of Our Savior Lutheran Church will present on Funeral Planning.

There will be childcare and activities for children, and coffee and snacks available.

These topics acknowledge the reality we live in a broken and sinful world. By attending you will have a better idea how to provide for your family in case of an accident or death. By preparing documents and providing them directions you will bless them and you will have the opportunity to give a final confession of your faith in Christ.