Jennifer Murray Charitable Trust

Jennifer Murray (Erf) 1933-2Ol4

Jennifer was born at Glenmore Station situated on the western shores of Lake Tekapo. She lived all her life in South Canterbury, as an adult, primary school teaching but she always considered Lake Tekapo her home. She was held in high regard by both her pupils and their parents many of whom visited her throughout her life.

Jennifer's interest in and commitment to the Lake Tekapo Church of the Good Shepherd spans many decades. Her grandfather donated the land for the church and her father with two others financed the actual building of the church. Jennifer served on the vestry, organised the guides and supervised the general maintenance of the church and its surrounds. This was a lifetime's commitment. Jennifer was very aware of the increasing maintenance demands on this little church with its huge volume of visitors.

Trust objectives

• To enhance, protect, promote, retain and upkeep the Church of the Good Shepherd at Lake Tekapo.
• To promote and enhance the physical and spiritual welfare of the church building itself and of its parishioners.
• To educate, spiritually guide and support the citizens of the Lake Tekapo/Pukaki/Mt Cook catchment area through the use of the said Church of the Good Shepherd as a meeting place.

The Trust

This Trust is designed within geographical boundaries for the sole benefit of the Church of the Good Shepherd and for the people residing within these boundaries. It is a charitable trust with four trustees and is registered with the l.R.D. and the Charities Commission. Under the Income Tax Act 2OO7 LDl and DBQ, both individuals and companies are able to claim a tax credit or deductions for any donations to this trust. If you would like to donate to this trust, it may be made by contacting the Trust. This would be greatly appreciated.