Thrivent was honored to host the Columbus Catholic Schools teachers at their back-to-school retreat! ☕📚
We enjoyed treating them to coffee, bagels, and muffins, and we were thrilled to give away classroom supplies to support their students. Congratulations to the winners pictured below!
Thank you to all of the dedicated educators who invest in the lives of students every day. We are grateful for your commitment, passion, and service. Wishing you many blessings, great success, and a wonderful school year ahead!
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finalflyer%28002%29.pdf🌟 Take a Walk Through Art with Us! ☕🚶♀️🎨
Looking for a fun way to spend your Saturday morning? Join Empower Financial Group - Thrivent for our Sculpture Walk & Coffee Event on Saturday, September 12, 2026!
We'll start the morning with coffee and donuts at the Thrivent building, then head out for a guided tour of 11 unique sculptures throughout downtown Columbus.
📅 Saturday, September 12, 2026
☕ Coffee & Donuts: 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
🚶 Guided Sculpture Walk: 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
📍 Meet at the Thrivent Building
1464 27th Ave, Columbus, NE
Whether you're an art enthusiast, enjoy learning about local history, or simply want to connect with others in the community, we'd love to have you join us!
✅ Free to attend
✅ Great conversation
✅ Fresh air and local art
We look forward to seeing you there!
🎉 Columbus Days is HERE! 🎉
Be sure to check out our sidewalk chalk designs during the festivities! A special thank you to the talented Wenske kids for sharing their creativity and bringing a little extra color and fun to Columbus Days.
We hope you enjoy their fine art as much as we do! 🌈🎨
Working alongside this team is a ministry in itself. It's more than numbers, it's about helping people practice wise stewardship, protect their families, plan for the future, live generously, and build a lasting legacy. Please reach out if there is a way we can serve you or your family!
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Updating your life insurance: 7 life events that may affect your coverageIf you’re in one of these 7 life stages, it may be time to update your life insurance coverage. ⬇️
Widowhood Planning isn’t just about money…
Emotional vulnerability is at its highest right when the biggest financial decisions show up. Please give me a call. If this is not a something you have talked through yet, this is exactly the kind of conversation we have every day.
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Our office is proud to support the Columbus Sculpture Walk this year. We welcomed artist Paul Reimer to our office as he installed his sculpture Take Me Away. We are grateful to be part of a community that celebrates creativity and public art. #ColumbusSculptureWalk
Your legacy is more than what you leave behind—it’s what you intentionally pass forward. Whether you’re still building or ready to pass it on, let’s connect to make it lasting and meaningful. Legacy planning looks different for everyone.
This guide helps you explore key areas so your plan reflects what matters most: https://bit.ly/3IeMVSD
While spontaneous giving can be meaningful, a strategic approach can help you amplify your generosity, minimize your tax burden and give with greater purpose.
Consider these charitable giving strategies: https://bit.ly/3IZ1x9f
When you’re raising a young family, it can feel like you’re constantly juggling competing priorities: housing costs, daycare, groceries and everything in between. And all too often, future goals get put on the back burner.
🎯 Here’s a helpful tip: A few simple, tax-friendly moves can help your money stretch a little further today and make a meaningful difference tomorrow.
Get in touch if you’d like to talk through how to incorporate these into your overall financial plan.
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If you’re looking for simple ways to help reduce your taxable income, you may have more options than you realize. These 7 strategies can help you become more tax efficient over time. ➡️ https://bit.ly/3KB47mJ
If you’re relatively new to investing, understanding the basics of how realized gains and losses are taxed can help you make smarter decisions. These 4 rules are a great place to start.
📌 For more, check out this guide: https://bit.ly/4p4h9Hn
The first step to building a portfolio? Choosing the right asset mix.
A diversified portfolio may include:
✅ Cash
✅ Stocks
✅ Bonds
✅ Mutual funds and ETFs
Each plays a different role. Some help manage and grow your money, others add stability or spread out your risk. The key is finding the mix that fits your goals, timeline and comfort level.
Learn more 👉 https://bit.ly/45HHnZe
The cost of cash: Where to invest when interest rates shiftWhether you’re saving for something big, looking to generate a steady income, or seeking flexible access to your cash, there are smart ways to keep your money productive and there for you when you need it—regardless of shifting interest rates.
Explore your options below and let’s connect to keep your goals on track as interest rates change.
Make a difference with your money | ThriventThrivent's unique combination of financial services and generosity programs can help you do more for the ones in your heart. Let’s get together and talk about who you’re planning for.
Saving for retirement? Here’s something to consider: different accounts come with different tax implications.
By spreading your savings across taxable, tax-deferred and tax-free accounts, you can give yourself more flexibility in retirement. This makes it easier for you to manage withdrawals, avoid tax spikes and lower your Modified Adjusted Gross Income (MAGI).
Get in touch to discuss the right approach for your unique situation.
See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures. Thrivent and its financial advisors and professionals do not provide legal, accounting or tax advice. Consult your attorney or tax professional.
February 2026 Market Update: Stocks rose and broadenedInternational equities outperformed U.S. markets, the dollar weakened, and key economic indicators held firm. Catch all the insights in this month’s market update. ⬇️
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. ⬇️
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The importance of estate planning: Protecting your people, property & privacyEstate planning isn’t just for the wealthy, it’s for everyone. It’s about making sure your assets, no matter their value, go to the people, causes and organizations you care about. Take control of your legacy.
Retirement can feel like a seismic shift for business owners—especially when your identity has been closely tied to your work. You've poured years of time and energy into building a business, and you may not be sure what comes next.
If you're feeling overwhelmed, here's one way to prepare: Spend time reflecting on your retirement goals across three key areas—lifestyle, opportunity and legacy. This simple exercise can help provide clarity and confidence as you plan your next chapter.
Are you thinking about retirement? Let's connect to create a personalized financial plan that aligns with your goals, values and aspirations.
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