“I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.” -John 16:33
The Take Heart Scholarship was developed for you, our Y.I. Club World Changers, who are high school seniors and will soon advance to your next level of higher education. During these times of excitement, anxiousness and uncertainty, “take heart!” As Christians, we cannot anticipate that life will be perfect or familiar, but when we feel that the world has become difficult, take comfort in knowing that our God has overcome it all!
As you begin your new journey, LCEF’s Young Investors Club wants to assist your transition by offering financial support through the Take Heart Scholarship with up to three awards of $3,000, $1,000 and $500. Applications close April 20, 2020. Winners will be announced on May 8, 2020.
In 1,000 words or fewer, answer this question:
As you are entering a new stage of your life, what is your vision for 2020 of the impact you can make within your church, college or community? What impact have you already made?
Take Heart Scholarship Entry Form Name* First Last Address* Street Address Address Line 2 City StateAlabamaAlaskaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific State ZIP Code Email* Phone*Date of Birth*High School Attending*Name, City, StateAnticipated Date of Graduation*Intended College, University, Technical School*Name, City, StateIntended Major*Name of Parent/Guardian* First Last Parent/Guardian Phone*Upload Essay*Accepted file types: pdf.Please upload a PDF version of your essay. By uploading your essay, you grant permission to Lutheran Church Extension Fund (LCEF) to publish, reproduce and distribute in print, electronic or video format a portion or the entire essay without prior inspection or approval of the materials. All materials shall be the property of LCEF. In addition, you release all claims against LCEF and its affiliated organizations with respect to copyright ownership, publication, damages or liability, and any compensation related to the use of these materials.Upload Image*Accepted file types: jpg, png, pdf.Please upload a JPG image of you! Maximum file size is 50MB. By uploading this image, you grant permission to the Lutheran Church Extension Fund (LCEF) to publish, reproduce and distribute in print, electronic or video format your likeness or image without prior inspection or approval of the materials. All materials shall be the property of LCEF. In addition, you release all claims against LCEF and its affiliated organizations with respect to copyright ownership, publication, damages or liability, and any compensation related to the use of these materials.
The recipients of this scholarship award will be notified by Lutheran Church Extension Fund (LCEF). Funds are awarded to be used to defray expenses for tuition, room and board, books, laboratory expenses and/or related educated expenditures.
The award amount will be deposited into the student’s LCEF investment. Any amount awarded will be taxable as ordinary income to the recipient to the extent it is not used for “qualified tuition and related expenses” under Section 117 of the Internal Revenue Code. Some expenses, such as room and board, will not qualify. The recipient should consult with his or her tax advisor regarding what expenses are “qualified tuition and related expenses” and to determine whether any part of the award will be taxable.
Children of Lutheran Church Extension Fund employees are not eligible.
If the recipient misrepresents any information, LCEF reserves the right to revoke the scholarship.
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As a consultant for Capital Funding Services (CFS), Randy enjoys assisting the Lord’s people in experiencing the joys of generosity. He is a firm believer in the Scriptural truth that “whoever sows bountifully will also reap bountifully” (2 Corinthians 9:6). He says, “Stewardship is simply reflecting the image of our generous God, who has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing.” His leadership has encouraged his congregation to provide generous support for ministries locally, regionally, nationally and internationally.
Randy has been a parish pastor for 35 years. For the past 28 years, he has been serving First Immanuel Lutheran Church, Cedarburg, Wisconsin. Leading a large congregation has enabled him to experience six capital campaigns, allowing him to provide great insights to pastors in capital campaigns and stewardship.
Randy has served Concordia University Wisconsin as an adjunct professor of theology for 26 years. In 2010, the university awarded him the honor of “Distinguished Alumnus.” He has also served 12 years on the South Wisconsin District Board of Directors, including six years as Board Chair and First Vice President of the district. He conducts seminars on generosity and provides encounters for parish pastors to discuss cultural issues and the church’s impact.
Randy resides in Cedarburg, Wisconsin, with his wife, Diana, who is the South Wisconsin District’s Lutheran Church Extension Fund’s District Vice President. They have two married daughters and three granddaughters. Randy’s mission statement is to serve God by serving others.