Events
Catching Whimsy - A Fresh Start with Bob Goff
In 2026, pursue joy and savor life’s possibilities. Because you can’t catch what you don’t chase.
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 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.
About Bob:
Author, Speaker, Coach and Dreamer
Self-proclaimed recovering lawyer, Honorary Consul to Uganda, speaker, writer and chief balloon-inflator. Bob is the author of the newly released New York Times best-seller, Undistracted as well as the NYT bestselling books Love Does, Everybody Always, and Dream Big.
No products will be sold. Speaker is not affiliated with Thrivent. Views are their own. See thrivent.com/social for additional disclosures.
Building Wealth as a Busy Family
Work. Family. Financial Commitments. There is a lot to juggle in your 30's and 40's when you are balancing today's priorities with tomorrow's goals. But busy doesn't have to be the barrier to building your financial future. This virtual learning event will show you how to take a practical and proactive approach with your finances during the most demanding season of your life.
Topics will include:
- Setting up simple cash flow systems.
- Essentials for protecting your family.
- Saving for the future while managing present expenses.
In the registration form include the phrase "Busy Family" and we will send you the registration link.
No products will be sold.
For additional disclosures, see thrivent.com/social.
Taxes and the Widow's Penalty
The phrase “widow’s penalty” describes the circumstance when someone pays more in taxes after their spouse dies. It happens when a widow or widower making the same or slightly less income is required to pay more income taxes.
The so-called penalty is surprisingly common and can also affect Social Security benefits and Medicare premiums. This workshop offers practical planning tools to help minimize or eliminate the penalty.
Light pastries and coffee will be served.
No products will be sold. See thrivent.com/social for disclosures.
Lunch and Learn - "Small Business What-Ifs"
You’ve worked long and hard to get your business to where it is today. Having a plan for the unexpected can make the difference in fulfilling the vision for your future. Tune in to explore solutions to the most important "what-ifs" you face as a business owner.
Key Topics
-What if something happens to me?
-What if something happens to a partner or key employee?
-What if legislative or economic shifts impact my business?
-What if I want to retire or exit sooner or later?
This event will not be recorded.
DISCLOSURES
Thrivent financial professionals do not offer tax or legal advice but can work with your tax and legal professionals on your financial strategy. Consult your tax and legal professionals for your unique situation.
See Thrivent.com/social for other disclosures.
No products will be sold
Thrivent Open House
Has the idea of talking to a financial advisor been on your mind, but you don’t know where to start? Or are you considering a different professional perspective about your finances in this season of your life? And have you heard about Thrivent and you're curious to learn more?
Then stop by our Open House to meet us and chat about what makes Thrivent a different kind of financial company.
RSVP in the form with the message "November Open House" or call our office at 309-431-1496.
*Light refreshments will be served.
**No products will be sold.
We host this event monthly on the first Thursdays. If you cannot make this one, you are welcome to join us the next time around. Or you can also schedule a complimentary 1-1 conversation with someone from our team!
Catching Whimsy - A Fresh Start with Bob Goff
Catching Whimsy - A Fresh Start with Bob Goff
link
100138
RegisterIn 2026, pursue joy and savor life’s possibilities. Because you can’t catch what you don’t chase.
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 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.
About Bob:
Author, Speaker, Coach and Dreamer
Self-proclaimed recovering lawyer, Honorary Consul to Uganda, speaker, writer and chief balloon-inflator. Bob is the author of the newly released New York Times best-seller, Undistracted as well as the NYT bestselling books Love Does, Everybody Always, and Dream Big.
No products will be sold. Speaker is not affiliated with Thrivent. Views are their own. See thrivent.com/social for additional disclosures.
Building Wealth as a Busy Family
Building Wealth as a Busy Family
form
100143
RegisterWork. Family. Financial Commitments. There is a lot to juggle in your 30's and 40's when you are balancing today's priorities with tomorrow's goals. But busy doesn't have to be the barrier to building your financial future. This virtual learning event will show you how to take a practical and proactive approach with your finances during the most demanding season of your life.
Topics will include:
- Setting up simple cash flow systems.
- Essentials for protecting your family.
- Saving for the future while managing present expenses.
In the registration form include the phrase "Busy Family" and we will send you the registration link.
No products will be sold.
For additional disclosures, see thrivent.com/social.
Taxes and the Widow's Penalty
Taxes and the Widow's Penalty
form
100141
RegisterThe phrase “widow’s penalty” describes the circumstance when someone pays more in taxes after their spouse dies. It happens when a widow or widower making the same or slightly less income is required to pay more income taxes.
The so-called penalty is surprisingly common and can also affect Social Security benefits and Medicare premiums. This workshop offers practical planning tools to help minimize or eliminate the penalty.
Light pastries and coffee will be served.
No products will be sold. See thrivent.com/social for disclosures.
Lunch and Learn - "Small Business What-Ifs"
Lunch and Learn - "Small Business What-Ifs"
form
100144
RegisterYou’ve worked long and hard to get your business to where it is today. Having a plan for the unexpected can make the difference in fulfilling the vision for your future. Tune in to explore solutions to the most important "what-ifs" you face as a business owner.
Key Topics
-What if something happens to me?
-What if something happens to a partner or key employee?
-What if legislative or economic shifts impact my business?
-What if I want to retire or exit sooner or later?
This event will not be recorded.
DISCLOSURES
Thrivent financial professionals do not offer tax or legal advice but can work with your tax and legal professionals on your financial strategy. Consult your tax and legal professionals for your unique situation.
See Thrivent.com/social for other disclosures.
No products will be sold
Thrivent Open House
Thrivent Open House
form
100142
RegisterHas the idea of talking to a financial advisor been on your mind, but you don’t know where to start? Or are you considering a different professional perspective about your finances in this season of your life? And have you heard about Thrivent and you're curious to learn more?
Then stop by our Open House to meet us and chat about what makes Thrivent a different kind of financial company.
RSVP in the form with the message "November Open House" or call our office at 309-431-1496.
*Light refreshments will be served.
**No products will be sold.
We host this event monthly on the first Thursdays. If you cannot make this one, you are welcome to join us the next time around. Or you can also schedule a complimentary 1-1 conversation with someone from our team!
No products will be sold.