School Scripture – Tax Deductible Giving

Hi brothers and sisters,
Did you know that about 80% of Christians in Australia started following Jesus before they turned 18? That means that in our country, at this moment in time, the most fertile soil for sharing the gospel is with young people!

CoastEC is committed to making the most of that opportunity, and God has graciously opened the door for us to share Christ with youth in the local schools by teaching scripture. Please be praying for many students to open their hearts to Christ, and for our teachers (Jasmine, Jess, Christine, Ruth and myself) to be faithful and godly.

This ministry costs CoastEC thousands of dollars each year (including staff time and purchase of materials). With the end of the financial year approaching I wanted to make you aware of a tax effective giving opportunity. We have set up a fund that allows you to give towards schools ministry in a tax deductible way. (For example if you give $100, that means you won't pay tax on $100 of your total income when it comes to tax time).
We are hoping to receive $4000 before June 30th.

Are you interested in investing a special one-off gift toward this ministry? If you're keen to give something - you can do it online here and now - http://www.coastec.net.au/give/ Or if you'd prefer to give by cash or cheque, please put it in an envelope marked 'scripture fund' (with your name and address inside for issuing receipts) and stick it in the collection bag over the next few Sundays.

Thanks people,
Stand firm in the glorious gospel
Chris