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Every Memorial Day, several hundred scouts from Troops and Packs around Atlanta place 18,000 flags at the Marietta National Cemetery. With that many scouts in attendance, it doesn't take long for every grave to receive a flag, a salute, and the respect owed to those who served our country. Picking up the flags, however, usually falls to four people from the Marietta National Cemetery grounds crew to gather all eighteen thousand flags by hand. That was, until this year; on Saturday, I joined eleven other volunteers from both the scouting and Thrivent communities to collect more than half of the flags placed on Memorial Day. Next year, with a few more volunteers, we should be able to collect even more of them. Saturday also happened to be the 82nd anniversary of D-Day; a great opportunity to reflect on the sacrifices of those who have fought for freedom throughout history.

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Every Memorial Day, several hundred scouts from Troops and Packs around Atlanta place 18,000 flags at the Marietta National Cemetery. With that many scouts in attendance, it doesn't take long for every grave to receive a flag, a salute, and the respect owed to those who served our country. Picking up the flags, however, usually falls to four people from the Marietta National Cemetery grounds crew to gather all eighteen thousand flags by hand. That was, until this year; on Saturday, I joined eleven other volunteers from both the scouting and Thrivent communities to collect more than half of the flags placed on Memorial Day. Next year, with a few more volunteers, we should be able to collect even more of them. Saturday also happened to be the 82nd anniversary of D-Day; a great opportunity to reflect on the sacrifices of those who have fought for freedom throughout history.

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Honor Their Service. Keep the Sound of Taps Alive. Every day, veterans are laid to rest without the dignity of a live bugler. With your generosity, we can change that. Because when we give, those 24 notes will never fall silent. Hear their story: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1LSRmFhiUV/ Avonlea Financial Group is proud to support nonprofit Taps For Veterans. Our Thrivent Community is matching every $2 you give with $1 more (up to a maximum of $1,000), amplifying your impact and helping us reach even more families in need of this final, sacred honor. Support Taps For Veterans: https://thrivent.cotribute.co/events/1342955/detail Who is Taps For Veterans? Taps for Veterans is a nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring that every veteran receives the honor they deserve by connecting volunteer buglers with families and organizations to provide a live, heartfelt sounding of “Taps,” our Nation’s Song of Remembrance, at military funerals and ceremonies across America. Your support helps Taps For Veterans: • Recruit and sustain a nationwide network of dedicated buglers • Host programs like Taps Across America on Memorial Day, which unite communities in remembrance and gratitude Please consider making a gift today—and share this message with others who believe that every hero deserves more than a recording. For every $2 donated through this online campaign, Thrivent will add $1, up to an additional $1,000. Thrivent will pay up to $300,000 in online processing fees per calendar year for personal donations made through Thrivent's online giving platform.

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Honor Their Service. Keep the Sound of Taps Alive. Every day, veterans are laid to rest without the dignity of a live bugler. With your generosity, we can change that. Because when we give, those 24 notes will never fall silent. Hear their story: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1LSRmFhiUV/ Avonlea Financial Group is proud to support nonprofit Taps For Veterans. Our Thrivent Community is matching every $2 you give with $1 more (up to a maximum of $1,000), amplifying your impact and helping us reach even more families in need of this final, sacred honor. Support Taps For Veterans: https://thrivent.cotribute.co/events/1342955/detail Who is Taps For Veterans? Taps for Veterans is a nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring that every veteran receives the honor they deserve by connecting volunteer buglers with families and organizations to provide a live, heartfelt sounding of “Taps,” our Nation’s Song of Remembrance, at military funerals and ceremonies across America. Your support helps Taps For Veterans: • Recruit and sustain a nationwide network of dedicated buglers • Host programs like Taps Across America on Memorial Day, which unite communities in remembrance and gratitude Please consider making a gift today—and share this message with others who believe that every hero deserves more than a recording. For every $2 donated through this online campaign, Thrivent will add $1, up to an additional $1,000. Thrivent will pay up to $300,000 in online processing fees per calendar year for personal donations made through Thrivent's online giving platform.

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March 2026 Market Update: Wobbling stocks, stronger bonds

Markets shifted in February, and that matters for how portfolios are positioned today. Thrivent's March Market Update explains what drove stock volatility, why bonds strengthened, and how we’re thinking about risk and diversification moving forward.

Heightened geopolitical and market uncertainty in February pushed investors toward bonds and commodities.

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Tap Here to Continue

Every day, veterans are laid to rest without the dignity of a live bugler. With your generosity, we can change that. Help us reach even more families in need of this final, sacred honor. Please consider supporting this cause and share this message with others who believe that every hero deserves more than a recording. https://thrivent.cotribute.co/events/1208361/detail Taps for Veterans is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing every veteran with the honor they deserve by connecting volunteer buglers with families and organizations to provide a live, heartfelt sounding of “Taps,” our Nation’s Song of Remembrance, at military funerals and ceremonies across America. Honor Their Service. Keep the Sound of Taps Alive. Because when we give, those 24 notes will never fall silent.

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Tombstone Cleaning & Preservation Event Saturday, October 4th at 9:00am Marietta National Cemetery 500 Washington Ave NE Marietta, GA 30060 Join us for a hands-on event focused on the care and preservation of historic veteran tombstones for those who served our country. Scout Buglers will sound Taps in remembrance of those who served. Whether you are a history enthusiast, a preservation advocate, or simply curious, this event offers a unique opportunity to deepen your understanding, share in meaningful work, and help ensure that our history endures for generations to come. Together, we will honor the lives and stories of those who came before us. Space is limited due to cleaning supplies—register early using this link: https://MariettaNationalCemeteryCleanUp.eventbrite.com

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Tombstone Cleaning & Preservation Event Saturday, October 4th at 9:00am Marietta National Cemetery 500 Washington Ave NE Marietta, GA 30060 Join us for a hands-on event focused on the care and preservation of historic veteran tombstones for those who served our country. Scout Buglers will sound Taps in remembrance of those who served. Whether you are a history enthusiast, a preservation advocate, or simply curious, this event offers a unique opportunity to deepen your understanding, share in meaningful work, and help ensure that our history endures for generations to come. Together, we will honor the lives and stories of those who came before us. Space is limited due to cleaning supplies—register early using this link: https://MariettaNationalCemeteryCleanUp.eventbrite.com

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Thank you to the men and women who gave their lives to protect our freedom. Let’s honor their sacrifice today and every day.

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Thank you to the men and women who gave their lives to protect our freedom. Let’s honor their sacrifice today and every day.

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Sending love and gratitude to all the moms and mother figures who made us who we are today. Happy Mother’s Day!

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Sending love and gratitude to all the moms and mother figures who made us who we are today. Happy Mother’s Day!

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Happy Easter to you and your family! Hope your day is filled with celebration and special moments.

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Happy Easter to you and your family! Hope your day is filled with celebration and special moments.

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Social Security Fairness Act: How the WEP & GPO repeal may affect your benefits

Earlier this year, the Social Security Fairness Act was signed into law. If you or a loved one has ever worked in the public sector, the SSFA may impact retirement income and prompt you to consider some strategy adjustments. Take a look at this resource for more information. If you’d like to discuss how this act may impact your retirement plans, let’s set up a meeting.

Are you eligible for Social Security Fairness Act Benefits? Find out how the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO) repeal...

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There is so much joy in just being there, fully present with the ones you love. How can you be more present in this season of life?

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There is so much joy in just being there, fully present with the ones you love. How can you be more present in this season of life?

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