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See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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Happy to share Thrivent has been named to the Fortune 500 list in 2026 for the 32nd consecutive year! Honored to be part of an organization with a legacy of financial strength and stability, guided by purpose and good stewardship.

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Happy to share Thrivent has been named to the Fortune 500 list in 2026 for the 32nd consecutive year! Honored to be part of an organization with a legacy of financial strength and stability, guided by purpose and good stewardship.

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June 2026 Market Update: Stocks and inflation keep rising

Markets up. Risks remain. See what’s driving Thrivent's outlook. ⬇️

Positive equity momentum continues, tempered by concerns around inflation, consumer resilience, and global conflict.

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Join us once a month for Financial Friday Workshops, typically held on the second Friday of the month. Each session covers a topic we believe our community would find valuable—and you do not need to be a client to attend. Choose to join us in person or virtually, and if you attend in person, lunch is on us! At Odyssey Financial, Travis and Liz are passionate about educating others and creating open, honest financial conversations. Their goal is to help individuals and families make informed financial decisions—whether planning for retirement, protecting a legacy, or giving generously to causes that matter most. 📅 Upcoming Financial Fridays (In Person & Virtual Options Available) • May 8 – 4 Truths of Long-Term Care • June 12 – 5 Phases of an IRA Learn more and register at https://connect.thrivent.com/odyssey-financial-group/events *No products will be sold. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures. 💬 Have suggestions for future topics? Share them in the comments below!

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Join us once a month for Financial Friday Workshops, typically held on the second Friday of the month. Each session covers a topic we believe our community would find valuable—and you do not need to be a client to attend. Choose to join us in person or virtually, and if you attend in person, lunch is on us! At Odyssey Financial, Travis and Liz are passionate about educating others and creating open, honest financial conversations. Their goal is to help individuals and families make informed financial decisions—whether planning for retirement, protecting a legacy, or giving generously to causes that matter most. 📅 Upcoming Financial Fridays (In Person & Virtual Options Available) • May 8 – 4 Truths of Long-Term Care • June 12 – 5 Phases of an IRA Learn more and register at https://connect.thrivent.com/odyssey-financial-group/events *No products will be sold. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures. 💬 Have suggestions for future topics? Share them in the comments below!

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📅 Financial Friday | May 8 – Long Term Care Long term care isn’t just about nursing homes—it’s about protecting your independence, your loved ones, and the retirement you’ve worked hard to build. 💙 A Thrivent long term care conversation helps you understand your options, plan ahead, and prepare for what life may bring. Learn how proactive planning can help protect your income, assets, and family—no matter the future. Join us as we walk through The 4 Truths of Long Term Care and why having a plan in place can bring clarity, confidence, and peace of mind. 🕛 12:00–1:00 PM (12:15 virtual) 💻 In Person or Virtual options ➡️ Register today at https://connect.thrivent.com/odyssey-financial-group/events *No products will be sold. For more information visit Thrivent.com/social. 27878-2M R11-20

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📅 Financial Friday | May 8 – Long Term Care Long term care isn’t just about nursing homes—it’s about protecting your independence, your loved ones, and the retirement you’ve worked hard to build. 💙 A Thrivent long term care conversation helps you understand your options, plan ahead, and prepare for what life may bring. Learn how proactive planning can help protect your income, assets, and family—no matter the future. Join us as we walk through The 4 Truths of Long Term Care and why having a plan in place can bring clarity, confidence, and peace of mind. 🕛 12:00–1:00 PM (12:15 virtual) 💻 In Person or Virtual options ➡️ Register today at https://connect.thrivent.com/odyssey-financial-group/events *No products will be sold. For more information visit Thrivent.com/social. 27878-2M R11-20

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Generosity

💡 Did you know? Every Thrivent member can request one FREE Cause Kit each year—choose a Solar Kit or Water Filtration Kit to help people in need 🌍 It’s super easy: ✅ Request your Thrivent Cause Kit™️ https://www.thrivent.com/generosity 📦 It arrives right at your door 🔧 Build solar lights or water filters with step by step instructions 📮 Send it back using the prepaid label If you haven’t ordered yours yet this year, do it today and make an impact! 💙✨

Purposeful planning enables you to share your good fortune and make a difference. From volunteering with a favorite organization to making recurring donations...

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Good Steward Events

📣 Calling All Christian Leaders! Struggling to keep enough volunteers on your team? You’re not alone—and help is on the way. Join us tomorrow, April 16 at 2:00 p.m. for a FREE 45 minute webinar: ✨ Christian Leader Webinar: Recruiting Never Stops ✨ Jessica Bealer with Generis will share practical strategies for building a consistent, sustainable volunteer recruiting approach—so you’re not constantly starting from scratch. ✅ Great for pastors, ministry leaders, and nonprofit leaders ✅ Short, practical, and encouraging 👉 Click https://www.thrivent.com/offers/good-steward-events to view this webinar and future sessions. We hope you’ll join us—or invite someone who could benefit!

Events to empower you to learn and lead your congregation.

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It’s hard to believe it’s already been two months since Liz & I traveled to the Business Development Conference (BDC). BDC brings teams together from across the country to explore new Thrivent resources, marketing and branding updates, and strategies focused on growing practices while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. Travis and Liz came back with fresh ideas and insights to help us continue delivering value to our clients and community partners. Take a look at a few highlights from our trip!📸 #BDC #BusinessDevelopmentConference #ProfessionalDevelopment #Thrivent #TeamGrowth #CommunityImpact #ContinuousLearning

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It’s hard to believe it’s already been two months since Liz & I traveled to the Business Development Conference (BDC). BDC brings teams together from across the country to explore new Thrivent resources, marketing and branding updates, and strategies focused on growing practices while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. Travis and Liz came back with fresh ideas and insights to help us continue delivering value to our clients and community partners. Take a look at a few highlights from our trip!📸 #BDC #BusinessDevelopmentConference #ProfessionalDevelopment #Thrivent #TeamGrowth #CommunityImpact #ContinuousLearning

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Over the last several weeks, we may have been quieter on social media, but behind the scenes we’ve been anything but still. In person, we’ve been fully hands-on and pedal to the metal with our clients and business development 🚀 During this time, we’ve: - Attended two conferences 🎤 - Traveled out of state multiple times for client work ✈️ - Continued studying for upcoming certifications 📚 - Helped clients hit key milestones and prepare for tax season 💼 - Made intentional space for family and for the Lord ❤️🙏 Each of these experiences has strengthened our knowledge, sharpened our skill sets, and given us the clarity and rest needed to serve our clients even better. We’re grateful for the growth, the momentum, and the trust our clients place in us as we help them pursue their financial goals 🌱 More details—and plenty of photos—are on the way as we catch our breath and share what we’ve been building 📸✨

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Over the last several weeks, we may have been quieter on social media, but behind the scenes we’ve been anything but still. In person, we’ve been fully hands-on and pedal to the metal with our clients and business development 🚀 During this time, we’ve: - Attended two conferences 🎤 - Traveled out of state multiple times for client work ✈️ - Continued studying for upcoming certifications 📚 - Helped clients hit key milestones and prepare for tax season 💼 - Made intentional space for family and for the Lord ❤️🙏 Each of these experiences has strengthened our knowledge, sharpened our skill sets, and given us the clarity and rest needed to serve our clients even better. We’re grateful for the growth, the momentum, and the trust our clients place in us as we help them pursue their financial goals 🌱 More details—and plenty of photos—are on the way as we catch our breath and share what we’ve been building 📸✨

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For the 15th consecutive year, Thrivent has been named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. It’s an honor to work for an organization that’s committed to serving its clients, its workforce and its community with integrity. Learn more about this recognition: https://bit.ly/4cVuu2j

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For the 15th consecutive year, Thrivent has been named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. It’s an honor to work for an organization that’s committed to serving its clients, its workforce and its community with integrity. Learn more about this recognition: https://bit.ly/4cVuu2j

Licensing is available through your State Insurance Department’s website, which can be located through the National Association of Insurance Commissioners website.

Thrivent and its financial advisors and professionals do not provide legal, accounting or tax advice. Consult your attorney or tax professional.

Thrivent financial advisors and professionals have general knowledge of the Social Security tenets. For complete details on your situation, contact the Social Security Administration.

Thrivent provides advice and guidance through its Financial Planning Framework that generally includes a review and analysis of a client’s financial situation. A client may choose to further their planning engagement with Thrivent through its Dedicated Planning Services (an investment advisory service) that results in written recommendations for a fee.

Thrivent is the marketing name for Thrivent Financial for Lutherans. Insurance products issued by Thrivent. Not available in all states. Securities and investment advisory services offered through Thrivent Investment Management Inc., a registered investment adviser, member FINRA and SIPC, and a subsidiary of Thrivent. Licensed agent/producer of Thrivent. Registered representative of Thrivent Investment Management, Inc. thrivent.com/privacy-and-security/disclosures.

Insurance products, securities and investment advisory services are provided by appropriately appointed and licensed financial advisors and professionals. Only individuals who are financial advisors are credentialed to provide investment advisory services. Visit Thrivent.com or FINRA’s Broker Check for more information about our financial advisors.

Designations

For additional information on professional designations and the requirements to earn them, visit https://www.thrivent.com/designations

Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Center for Financial Planning, Inc. owns and licenses the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, and CFP® (with plaque design) in the United States to Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., which authorizes individuals who successfully complete the organization's initial and ongoing certification requirements to use the certification marks.

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