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🎃🍂 Join us at Rader Farm on Saturday, October 12th for a fun-filled day! ✨ Space is limited — lunch is included with your ticket. Bring your family and enjoy all the farm activities, fall treats, and time together. Don’t wait — reserve your spot today! 💡 We’ll also be collecting items for The Big Give — a great chance to give back while you’re enjoying the day. Or if it’s more convenient we will have a QR code you can use to donate. 👉 Tickets: https://bit.ly/raderfarms25 No goods will be sold at this event.

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🎃🍂 Join us at Rader Farm on Saturday, October 12th for a fun-filled day! ✨ Space is limited — lunch is included with your ticket. Bring your family and enjoy all the farm activities, fall treats, and time together. Don’t wait — reserve your spot today! 💡 We’ll also be collecting items for The Big Give — a great chance to give back while you’re enjoying the day. Or if it’s more convenient we will have a QR code you can use to donate. 👉 Tickets: https://bit.ly/raderfarms25 No goods will be sold at this event.

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Week 3 of Life Insurance Awareness Month “What Life Insurance Really Is” Life insurance isn’t for you — it’s for the ones you love most. 💗 It’s a promise that even if you’re not here, your family’s financial future is protected. Mortgage payments, college tuition, daily living expenses — they’re covered when you plan ahead. It’s not just paperwork. It’s a legacy of care. Let’s talk about how you can protect yours. Give us a call at 309-664-7770. If requested, a licensed insurance agent/producer may contact you. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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Week 3 of Life Insurance Awareness Month “What Life Insurance Really Is” Life insurance isn’t for you — it’s for the ones you love most. 💗 It’s a promise that even if you’re not here, your family’s financial future is protected. Mortgage payments, college tuition, daily living expenses — they’re covered when you plan ahead. It’s not just paperwork. It’s a legacy of care. Let’s talk about how you can protect yours. Give us a call at 309-664-7770. If requested, a licensed insurance agent/producer may contact you. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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📸 Yesterday was National School Picture Day! Remember those days of big smiles, fresh haircuts, and maybe even braces? Just like school pictures, your financial plan captures a snapshot in time. But here’s the thing—life changes, and your financial picture should grow and change with you. ✏️📚 Whether it’s saving for college, planning for retirement, or protecting what matters most, I’m here to help make sure your financial future looks picture-perfect. 👉 When was your most memorable school picture year? Share it below!

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📸 Yesterday was National School Picture Day! Remember those days of big smiles, fresh haircuts, and maybe even braces? Just like school pictures, your financial plan captures a snapshot in time. But here’s the thing—life changes, and your financial picture should grow and change with you. ✏️📚 Whether it’s saving for college, planning for retirement, or protecting what matters most, I’m here to help make sure your financial future looks picture-perfect. 👉 When was your most memorable school picture year? Share it below!

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Today, we pause to remember and honor the lives lost, the heroes who ran toward danger, and the resilience of our nation on September 11, 2001. 🇺🇸 May we never forget the courage, sacrifice, and unity that define that day. Let us carry forward their legacy by showing kindness, standing together, and cherishing every moment with our loved ones. #NeverForget #911Remembrance #HonoringHeroes

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Today, we pause to remember and honor the lives lost, the heroes who ran toward danger, and the resilience of our nation on September 11, 2001. 🇺🇸 May we never forget the courage, sacrifice, and unity that define that day. Let us carry forward their legacy by showing kindness, standing together, and cherishing every moment with our loved ones. #NeverForget #911Remembrance #HonoringHeroes

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🌟 Happy Good Neighbor Day! 🌟 Being a good neighbor isn’t just about living next door—it’s about showing up, lending a hand, and looking out for each other. 🏡💛 That’s what we strive to do for our clients every day—be the kind of neighbor you can count on for guidance, support, and confidence with your financial journey. Today, take a moment to check in on a neighbor, share a smile, or do a small act of kindness. Together, we make our community stronger. 💪 👋 What’s one way a neighbor has made a difference in your life? #GoodNeighborDay #CommunityMatters #HereForYou

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🌟 Happy Good Neighbor Day! 🌟 Being a good neighbor isn’t just about living next door—it’s about showing up, lending a hand, and looking out for each other. 🏡💛 That’s what we strive to do for our clients every day—be the kind of neighbor you can count on for guidance, support, and confidence with your financial journey. Today, take a moment to check in on a neighbor, share a smile, or do a small act of kindness. Together, we make our community stronger. 💪 👋 What’s one way a neighbor has made a difference in your life? #GoodNeighborDay #CommunityMatters #HereForYou

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Myth-Busting – “I don’t need life insurance because…” There are a lot of myths out there about life insurance. Let’s bust a few: ❌ “I’m too young.” ✅ The younger and healthier you are, the more affordable life insurance can be! ❌ “It’s too expensive.” ✅ Many policies cost less than your monthly coffee habit. ❌ “I have it through work.” ✅ Great! But work coverage often isn’t portable — and may not be enough. Let’s make sure your plan fits your life. 💡 Give us a call at 309-664-770.

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Myth-Busting – “I don’t need life insurance because…” There are a lot of myths out there about life insurance. Let’s bust a few: ❌ “I’m too young.” ✅ The younger and healthier you are, the more affordable life insurance can be! ❌ “It’s too expensive.” ✅ Many policies cost less than your monthly coffee habit. ❌ “I have it through work.” ✅ Great! But work coverage often isn’t portable — and may not be enough. Let’s make sure your plan fits your life. 💡 Give us a call at 309-664-770.

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🍴✨ Our team had a “working lunch” at Rob Dobs last week. Even more fun—it was the first time all of the Julies were together in one place. 💼💕 Great food, great company, and plenty of laughter made it a lunch to remember! @Julie Mayer @Julie Stelhorn @Julie James #Julies3 #Thrivent #Workinglunch

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🍴✨ Our team had a “working lunch” at Rob Dobs last week. Even more fun—it was the first time all of the Julies were together in one place. 💼💕 Great food, great company, and plenty of laughter made it a lunch to remember! @Julie Mayer @Julie Stelhorn @Julie James #Julies3 #Thrivent #Workinglunch

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🍂🦃 The Big Give is Almost Here! Don't forget about your Action Teams! 🦃🍂 Friends, don’t forget — this is the perfect time to put your Thrivent Action Teams to work! 🙌 Your project can help stock our local food banks just in time for the holiday season. Whether it’s gathering canned goods, packing boxes, or delivering meals, every little bit makes a big difference for families in need. ❤️ 📅 Let’s rally together for the Thanksgiving Big Give and make sure no one goes without a warm meal this season. 💡 Not sure how to start your Action Team? We can help you get the ball rolling! #ThanksgivingBigGive #ThriventActionTeam #GiveThanksGiveBack See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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🍂🦃 The Big Give is Almost Here! Don't forget about your Action Teams! 🦃🍂 Friends, don’t forget — this is the perfect time to put your Thrivent Action Teams to work! 🙌 Your project can help stock our local food banks just in time for the holiday season. Whether it’s gathering canned goods, packing boxes, or delivering meals, every little bit makes a big difference for families in need. ❤️ 📅 Let’s rally together for the Thanksgiving Big Give and make sure no one goes without a warm meal this season. 💡 Not sure how to start your Action Team? We can help you get the ball rolling! #ThanksgivingBigGive #ThriventActionTeam #GiveThanksGiveBack See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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☀️ Enjoying the Dog Days of Summer… and Planning for the Future Summer is for soaking up the sunshine, slowing down, and savoring the moments that matter most. But just like these warm days won’t last forever, neither will our working years. The choices we make now—whether it’s setting aside a little extra in savings or making a smart investment—can help ensure that when our “endless summer” years arrive, we can truly enjoy them without financial stress. Let’s make the most of today, while building the freedom to enjoy tomorrow. 🌊🍹 What’s one “retirement dream” you’re looking forward to?

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☀️ Enjoying the Dog Days of Summer… and Planning for the Future Summer is for soaking up the sunshine, slowing down, and savoring the moments that matter most. But just like these warm days won’t last forever, neither will our working years. The choices we make now—whether it’s setting aside a little extra in savings or making a smart investment—can help ensure that when our “endless summer” years arrive, we can truly enjoy them without financial stress. Let’s make the most of today, while building the freedom to enjoy tomorrow. 🌊🍹 What’s one “retirement dream” you’re looking forward to?

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🌟 We’re excited to welcome Trisha Ibe to our team! 🌟 Trisha grew up in Peoria and earned her Marketing degree from Bradley University. She joined Thrivent in 2023 and has enjoyed building meaningful connections both in and out of the office. In her free time, Trisha likes to travel, stay active, and be outdoors. She is also learning Spanish and loves Reese's peanut butter cups. Please join us in giving Trisha a warm welcome – we can’t wait for you to meet her! 👏🎉

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🌟 We’re excited to welcome Trisha Ibe to our team! 🌟 Trisha grew up in Peoria and earned her Marketing degree from Bradley University. She joined Thrivent in 2023 and has enjoyed building meaningful connections both in and out of the office. In her free time, Trisha likes to travel, stay active, and be outdoors. She is also learning Spanish and loves Reese's peanut butter cups. Please join us in giving Trisha a warm welcome – we can’t wait for you to meet her! 👏🎉

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