"There were times that required sacrifice — where we had to do without — because the money just didn’t go far enough," Noel told us. Read more about Noel and Sue Edwards' ministry.

"Because of the hurricane, God has given me the opportunity to witness to so many people. I can’t begin to thank John, the Adopt An Annuitant ministry and God’s people for making this possible," Muriel wept, "I am so grateful for this help." Read more about Muriel Petty's hurricane experience.

"When you were called to a church in those days, you had to go on faith," Johnnie said. Wherever Jay and Johnnie went, they simply sought God’s kingdom first and trusted that all the things they needed would somehow be provided. Much of the time, Johnnie had to work, in addition to raising their four children. Read more about Jay and Johnnie Blunt's ministry.

The Adopt An Annuitant ministry relies on the support of churches and individuals to provide this vital assistance. You can participate in this ministry by sending a gift, funding a Charitable Gift Annuity, designating the ministry as the beneficiary of your life insurance, will or estate plan, or requesting materials to share with others.