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What if God Wrote Your Bucket List? Meet Jay Payleitner! We’re bringing Jay, national speaker and best-selling author of 40+ books, to DeWitt on Monday, April 6, and to Cedar Rapids on Tuesday, April 7, for entertaining and delightful live, in-person evenings of fun and inspiration. We know you’ll love him and his message that will have you in stitches and speak right to your heart of faith. Jay says: “Typical bucket list items—bungee jumping, swim with dolphins, see the Eiffel Tower—are meaningless compared to what God has planned for you. It’s time to pour out your old bucket…and live full!” This man has a sense of humor and promises that you won’t be bored. Better yet, Jay will leave you with meaningful truths to carry home. After his talk, he’ll answer your questions and you’ll have an opportunity to meet him in person. Monday, April 6 │ DeWitt Operahouse Theatre, 716 6th Ave. │ Doors open at 6 p.m. │ Jay speaks at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 7 │ Cedar Rapids Public Library, Whipple Auditorium, 450 5th Ave. SE │ Doors open at 6 p.m. │ Jay speaks at 6:30 p.m. │ Free street parking in Cedar Rapids is available after 5 p.m. Light snacks will be served. We welcome everyone— individuals, families, and church and community groups. To register for this free event hosted by our Mississippi Valley Thrivent Community, please call 563-659-2991 (DeWitt) or 319-366-2991 (Cedar Rapids) or email teresa.burkett@thrivent.com. Although registration is encouraged, walk-ins are welcome. No products will be sold. Jay Payleitner is not affiliated with or endorsed by Thrivent. The views expressed in this presentation by Jay Payleitner are his own and not necessarily those of Thrivent or its affiliates. For additional disclosures, see Thrivent.com/social.

What if God Wrote Your Bucket List? Meet Jay Payleitner! We’re bringing Jay, national speaker and best-selling author of 40+ books, to DeWitt on Monday, April 6, and to Cedar Rapids on Tuesday, April 7, for entertaining and delightful live, in-person evenings of fun and inspiration. We know you’ll love him and his message that will have you in stitches and speak right to your heart of faith. Jay says: “Typical bucket list items—bungee jumping, swim with dolphins, see the Eiffel Tower—are meaningless compared to what God has planned for you. It’s time to pour out your old bucket…and live full!” This man has a sense of humor and promises that you won’t be bored. Better yet, Jay will leave you with meaningful truths to carry home. After his talk, he’ll answer your questions and you’ll have an opportunity to meet him in person. Monday, April 6 │ DeWitt Operahouse Theatre, 716 6th Ave. │ Doors open at 6 p.m. │ Jay speaks at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 7 │ Cedar Rapids Public Library, Whipple Auditorium, 450 5th Ave. SE │ Doors open at 6 p.m. │ Jay speaks at 6:30 p.m. │ Free street parking in Cedar Rapids is available after 5 p.m. Light snacks will be served. We welcome everyone— individuals, families, and church and community groups. To register for this free event hosted by our Mississippi Valley Thrivent Community, please call 563-659-2991 (DeWitt) or 319-366-2991 (Cedar Rapids) or email teresa.burkett@thrivent.com. Although registration is encouraged, walk-ins are welcome. No products will be sold. Jay Payleitner is not affiliated with or endorsed by Thrivent. The views expressed in this presentation by Jay Payleitner are his own and not necessarily those of Thrivent or its affiliates. For additional disclosures, see Thrivent.com/social.

Interest rates are shifting. Understanding the purpose and timeline of your cash can help you decide whether and how to invest it for optimal returns. Ask yourself two questions. ⬇️ See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

Interest rates are shifting. Understanding the purpose and timeline of your cash can help you decide whether and how to invest it for optimal returns. Ask yourself two questions. ⬇️ See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

Catch up with our latest news! We're excited about hosting great events this year and you can read about some of them in the Spring 2026 edition of our MVA Connections newsletter. You won't want to miss special evenings of fun and heart-warming inspiration in DeWitt and Cedar Rapids coming up in April. Click on the link for details and other timely information: https://bit.ly/48JsGGZ No products will be sold. For additional disclosures, see thrivent.com/social.

Catch up with our latest news! We're excited about hosting great events this year and you can read about some of them in the Spring 2026 edition of our MVA Connections newsletter. You won't want to miss special evenings of fun and heart-warming inspiration in DeWitt and Cedar Rapids coming up in April. Click on the link for details and other timely information: https://bit.ly/48JsGGZ No products will be sold. For additional disclosures, see thrivent.com/social.

Exciting news! Thrivent has been named to Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies list for the first time. Honored to be part of an organization recognized for its innovation, quality of management, financial soundness and commitment to long-term value. Learn more about this recognition here: https://bit.ly/466lt23

Exciting news! Thrivent has been named to Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies list for the first time. Honored to be part of an organization recognized for its innovation, quality of management, financial soundness and commitment to long-term value. Learn more about this recognition here: https://bit.ly/466lt23

A wonderful group of volunteers from Faith Lutheran Church, Marion, packaged 5,118 Take Away Hunger meals for Marion, Linn-Mar, and Kennedy high schools and HACAP. Food packaging events are so much fun and truly make a difference in our communities. Thanks, everyone!

A wonderful group of volunteers from Faith Lutheran Church, Marion, packaged 5,118 Take Away Hunger meals for Marion, Linn-Mar, and Kennedy high schools and HACAP. Food packaging events are so much fun and truly make a difference in our communities. Thanks, everyone!

Thrivent investment leaders gathered on Jan. 13 to discuss their perspectives on the health of the markets and economy. Their conversation included a number of insights to help you navigate the shifting environment. Hear them review inflation, the labor market, AI and more: https://bit.ly/4sIMLFz

Thrivent investment leaders gathered on Jan. 13 to discuss their perspectives on the health of the markets and economy. Their conversation included a number of insights to help you navigate the shifting environment. Hear them review inflation, the labor market, AI and more: https://bit.ly/4sIMLFz

Ready to pursue joy and savor life’s possibilities in 2026? Register now for Catching Whimsy: A Fresh Start with Bob Goff! Step out of the cycle of endless planning and uncertainty and into the curiosity, delight, and possibility waiting for you every day. Hear from Bob Goff, author of New York Times bestseller Love Does, as he invites you to rest in God’s love and journey wide-eyed into a life rich with meaning, a faith alive with engagement, and a future shaped with intention. On-demand starting January 1, 2026, and available through January 31. Register at https://bit.ly/Whimsy2026 No products will be sold. Speaker is not affiliated with Thrivent. Views are their own. See thrivent.com/social for additional disclosures.

Ready to pursue joy and savor life’s possibilities in 2026? Register now for Catching Whimsy: A Fresh Start with Bob Goff! Step out of the cycle of endless planning and uncertainty and into the curiosity, delight, and possibility waiting for you every day. Hear from Bob Goff, author of New York Times bestseller Love Does, as he invites you to rest in God’s love and journey wide-eyed into a life rich with meaning, a faith alive with engagement, and a future shaped with intention. On-demand starting January 1, 2026, and available through January 31. Register at https://bit.ly/Whimsy2026 No products will be sold. Speaker is not affiliated with Thrivent. Views are their own. See thrivent.com/social for additional disclosures.

"In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps." - Proverbs 16:9

"In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps." - Proverbs 16:9

