Legacy giving is a faithful act of Christian stewardship through which believers provide for the future ministry of the church by making charitable gifts during their lifetime or through their estate, ensuring that the Gospel is proclaimed and future generations are equipped to know and follow Jesus Christ. Legacy giving is more than financial/estate planning—it is an expression of Christian discipleship.

Particularly for our ECO Presbyterian congregation, the above definition also reflects the Reformed understanding that God is the owner of all things, we are His stewards, and our stewardship is part of our covenant responsibility to strengthen Christ’s Church from one generation to the next. Legacy gifts allow their faith and generosity to continue advancing Christ’s Kingdom for those who follow. They support the church’s long-term mission by strengthening ministries such as worship, discipleship, missions, outreach, leadership development, and facilities. Legacy gift help ensure that the Gospel continues to be proclaimed and that the church remains a faithful witness to Jesus Christ for years to come.

Many lifetime gifts also provide significant tax advantages. We encourage every donor to consult qualified legal, financial, and tax advisors.

Our program helps ODPC disciple its members in lifelong  stewardship, secure long-term financial health, and
faithfully pass the gospel mission on to future generations. 

To provide faithful stewardship and professional administration of legacy gifts, our church partners with the Texas Presbyterian Foundation. Through this collaboration, donors have access to experienced professionals who can assist with charitable gift planning, while the Foundation provides investment management, gift administration, and fiduciary expertise consistent with Christian values. This relationship allows our church leadership to focus on ministry while ensuring that legacy gifts are managed with integrity, transparency, and long-term care. Our Session retains responsibility for overseeing how distributions are used to advance the mission and ministry of our congregation in accordance with donor intentions.

Every legacy gift represents a sacred trust. Accordingly, Ocean Drive Presbyterian Church (ODPC) is committed to honoring donor intent whenever possible; exercising faithful stewardship with integrity and transparency; and managing gifts responsibly to support long-term Kingdom impact. The church respects donor privacy and encourages thoughtful estate planning that appropriately provides for family and loved ones. Legacy gifts will be used to strengthen and sustain the Gospel ministry entrusted to this congregation.

If you would like to learn more about Legacy Giving, receive sample bequest language for your attorney, or explore giving options in complete confidence, we invite you to fill out the form below and a member of our staff will reach out to you OR you may contact our office directly by calling (843 249-2312 Monday-Thursday, 9am to 5pm. If you prefer, you may also email us at oceandrive@odpc.org. We would be pleased to connect with you, hear your story, and arrange a conversation with a charitable gift planning professional through our partnership with the Texas Presbyterian Foundation.