The Presbyterian Voice

Between life and death: Living Waters for the World brings fresh waters to those in need

Courtesy of the Presbyterian Outlook

by Toya Richards

LOUISVILLE–Fresh, clean water may be a given for most in the United States, but not so for nearly a billion people in the world.

Water for them can mean the difference between life and death. That’s why Living Waters for the World (LWW), a mission of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) Synod of Living Waters, works tirelessly to bring fresh water systems to communities throughout the developing world and some areas of Appalachia in the United States.

It also is why the synod has joined forces with the Synod of the Pacific to increase training opportunities for volunteers eager to build sustainable systems to deliver clean water to those in need.

LWW already welcomes volunteer teams to its training center in Oxford, Miss., and now it also provides training in the construction and operation of its water systems on the West Coast at Calvin Crest Conference Center in Oakhurst, Calif.

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Federal tax credit available for churches

By Carie Turner

FRANKLIN, Tenn.–Refundable credit is now available to churches through the Credit for Small Employer Health Insurance Premiums. This credit on federal taxes can provide significant funds depending on several factors.

To be eligible for the credit, your church must pay for at least 50% of the health insurance premiums for the church’s employees. This credit is for small businesses and tax-exempt employers who have 25 or fewer full-time equivalent employees. These employees’ wages must average $50,000 or less per employee annually.

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