Charitable bequests are considered by many to be the heart of most planned giving programs. They are the most common form of planned gifts and one of the easiest ways to insure that your assets are distributed according to your wishes after your death. A bequest can also be a profound expression of faith and a lasting memorial of your Christian witness. Bequests are flexible, easy to establish and can vary in size and form. Sometimes, a simple codicil making provision for the Church can be added to an already existing will.