Free Will-Writing Seminar: Leave a Legacy, Live with Peace
Mary, Queen of Peace is proud to host a Free Will-Writing Seminar in partnership with the Catholic Community Foundation of New Orleans. This isn’t just a legal workshop—it’s an invitation to reflect, plan, and leave something meaningful behind for the ones you love and the ministries you cherish.
Why this matters now
Did you know nearly 70% of Americans don’t have an up-to-date estate plan? That often means the state steps in at a time when your family and your faith community need clarity and connection most. Creating or updating your will isn’t just practical—it’s an act of stewardship, ensuring your blessings continue long after you're gone.
Why you should take part
Peace of mind: Know your family is cared for according to your wishes.
Spiritual reflection: Deepen your understanding of what it means to leave a Catholic legacy.
Support the parish: You’ll have the option to include Mary, Queen of Peace in your will to help ensure our ministries continue to flourish.
Accessible giving: Legacy giving isn’t just for the few. Bequests of any size are powerful—and common.
Practical bits
The seminar is being offered free of charge thanks to this partnership.
It’s designed to be convenient.
Tools and templates will be available to help you promote legacy giving in everyday life.
How would you like to be remembered?
The Catholic Community Foundation (CCF) has designed an interactive planned giving seminar specifically for us! The digital seminar takes about 30 minutes to complete and is composed of videos and reflection opportunities with downloadable workbook prompts. The goal of the seminar is to explore the meaning of Catholic legacy and suggest ways to give smarter now and to benefit future generations. As a participant, you will even have the opportunity to utilize a free will-writing tool included as part of the seminar. So, how would you like to be remembered?