Bryce Andresen - Thrivent

05/25/2026

To all who served and sacrificed for our freedom, thank you.

05/20/2026

Hmm... Guess what these three Mississippi Valley Associates advisors all have in common??

Enter your guesses in the comments!

05/20/2026

Summer 2026 Mississippi Valley Associates Connections newsletter: https://bit.ly/4dTX3Nw

We love connecting with you! Learn about our team's upcoming events, an important membership benefit, a yummy recipe from Kallie in our DeWitt office, and more!

05/10/2026

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

05/08/2026

Thrivent's May Market Update breaks down what’s driving recent volatility, how stocks and bonds are responding, and why staying diversified and focused on fundamentals remains important.

Moderating growth, steady inflation and ongoing global uncertainty are shaping our outlook.

05/04/2026

“The joy of the Lord is your strength.” - Nehemiah 8:10

Blessings as you begin another week!

05/04/2026

Thrivent Night at the Ballpark for Special Olympics │ Tuesday, June 2, 6:35 p.m. │ Veterans Memorial Stadium, 950 Rockford Rd. SW, Cedar Rapids

Enjoy the excitement of summer baseball as the Cedar Rapids Kernels face off against the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers. Local Special Olympians will be recognized and celebrated prior to the game.

Discounted club tickets may be purchased for $9 through the Kernels Box Office in person or by calling 319-896-7560. Mention “Thrivent” or “Special Olympics” to receive the discount and select your seats from Sections 111 or 112.

You may also purchase tickets online from Sections 111 or 112 at https://bit.ly/47IF2OV. There is a $2 per ticket fee for online purchases, so the price listed will be $11.

Please note: The Kernels have transitioned to a cashless venue this season. Credit and debit cards are accepted for payment. Those who have cash will have the option to transfer it onto a gift card at the Box Office or Team Store.

Questions? Call our office at 319-366-2991. Gates open at 5:30 p.m., so come early to show your support and cheer on the Special Olympians!

No products will be sold. For additional disclosures, see Thrivent.com/social.

04/17/2026

So far, 2026 has been full of uncertainty around oil and energy, inflation and AI. On April 14, Thrivent investment leaders gathered to unpack the headlines and talk about the potential impacts to consumers and markets. Hear their latest take on inflation, interest rates, tariffs, the energy sector and more: https://bit.ly/4sENZQK

04/08/2026

Many thanks to everyone who came to our Cedar Rapids and DeWitt events with speaker and author Jay Payleitner this week. We were blessed by Jay's presence and his inspiring message that left us all with plenty to carry home as he challenged us to consider our priorities. We are privileged to host meaningful events for those in the communities we love.

What if God Wrote Our Bucket List? Now we know!

04/07/2026

Cedar Rapids area friends, today, April 7th, is your day! After a great evening yesterday with Jay Payleitner in DeWitt, tonight he comes to the Cedar Rapids downtown library to present his inspiring message: What if God Wrote Your Bucket List?

Doors open at 6 p.m. for this free event and Jay will speak at 6:30 p.m. Come for the fun. Leave with a full heart!

No Thrivent products will be sold at this event. Jay Payleitner is not affiliated with or endorsed by Thrivent. The views expressed in this presentation by Jay Payleitner are his own and not necessarily those of Thrivent or its affiliates. For additional disclosures, see Thrivent.com/social.