WALLSEND | SHORTLAND

A Gift for the Future

For many of us, our parish has been part of some of the most important moments of our lives—Baptisms, First Communions, Confirmations, marriages, Sunday Eucharist, times of celebration, times of sorrow, and the farewell of those we love. One meaningful way of continuing to support the faith community that has accompanied us through life is to remember the parish when preparing or updating our Will.

Understanding Your Gift

What Is a Bequest?

A bequest is a gift left to the parish through your Will. After providing for family and loved ones, you may wish to consider leaving a percentage of your estate, an amount of your choosing, or another appropriate gift to Divine Mercy Parish Wallsend–Shortland. Even a modest percentage can become a significant gift when combined with the generosity of others.

A Lasting Legacy of Faith

A bequest is a lasting expression of faith, gratitude and stewardship. Such gifts can help the parish maintain our churches and facilities, strengthen pastoral and liturgical ministries, support faith formation and evangelisation, encourage young people and families, and ensure that our Catholic community remains vibrant and sustainable for generations to come.

Prayerfully Consider

There is no expectation or obligation, and every person’s family circumstances are different. However, when making or reviewing your Will, we warmly invite you to prayerfully consider whether Divine Mercy Parish Wallsend–Shortland might have a place among the people and causes you wish to remember. You may choose the percentage or form of your gift according to your own wishes and circumstances.

Seeking Advice

Because a Will is an important legal document, anyone considering a bequest should seek independent legal advice to ensure that their intentions are clearly and correctly expressed. The Parish Office can also provide the appropriate parish details required by your solicitor.

A Legacy of Faith

A gift in your Will is a gift beyond your lifetime—a legacy of faith that can help future generations encounter Christ and find a spiritual home within our parish community.

We are deeply grateful to everyone who considers supporting the future mission of Divine Mercy Parish Wallsend–Shortland in this special way.