https://www.thrivent.com/insights/magazine/winter-2026 Winter 2026 en-US Thu, 12 Nov 2026 14:44:06 GMT https://www.thrivent.com/insights/magazine/winter-2026/looking-back-branch-scrapbooks-share-impact In the 1980s, Lutheran Brotherhood (LB), a Thrivent predecessor, encouraged branch leaders to create scrapbooks documenting their activities. These scrapbooks contain photographs, invitations, event announcements, newspaper clippings and thank-you notes from the people and organizations served by LB branches. Often, multiple people contributed to a branch scrapbook over the years, evidenced by changing handwriting and documentation styles. Thu, 12 Nov 2026 14:44:06 GMT https://www.thrivent.com/insights/magazine/winter-2026/looking-back-branch-scrapbooks-share-impact https://www.thrivent.com/insights/magazine/winter-2026/savor-the-season-a-sweet-treat-ready-to-gift Want to give a thoughtful gift that doesn’t add to the clutter? Consider something like a classic baking mix, made a little extra special with an indulgent brownie recipe. This mix is layered up and ready to gift. Just add eggs and butter! Thu, 12 Nov 2026 14:43:31 GMT https://www.thrivent.com/insights/magazine/winter-2026/savor-the-season-a-sweet-treat-ready-to-gift https://www.thrivent.com/insights/magazine/winter-2026/give-now-give-smart-give-beyond You don’t need significant wealth to be generous. You just need a plan. Here’s how to give spontaneously, strategically and for generations to come. Thu, 12 Nov 2026 14:43:04 GMT https://www.thrivent.com/insights/magazine/winter-2026/give-now-give-smart-give-beyond https://www.thrivent.com/insights/magazine/winter-2026/connecting-art-faith-pure-adoration Sometimes what is most important in our lives is right before us, unseen. The unfinished nature of this engraving shifts our perception of this well-known moment. Gentle, illuminated faces gaze on the Christ child. Their tender expressions are remarkably realistic and animated. Light emanates from the candle, casting a soft glow upon this doting audience. Mary’s quiet pride and the shepherds’ joyful delight are vividly portrayed. Thu, 12 Nov 2026 14:41:59 GMT https://www.thrivent.com/insights/magazine/winter-2026/connecting-art-faith-pure-adoration https://www.thrivent.com/insights/magazine/winter-2026/sparks-year-end-giving-fsa-dollars-investing-more Thu, 12 Nov 2026 14:41:26 GMT https://www.thrivent.com/insights/magazine/winter-2026/sparks-year-end-giving-fsa-dollars-investing-more https://www.thrivent.com/insights/magazine/winter-2026/ask-the-advisors-whats-one-financial-move-to-consider-making-before-year-end We asked three Thrivent financial advisors the question: What's one financial move people should consider making before year-end. Here are their answers. Thu, 12 Nov 2026 14:28:31 GMT https://www.thrivent.com/insights/magazine/winter-2026/ask-the-advisors-whats-one-financial-move-to-consider-making-before-year-end https://www.thrivent.com/insights/magazine/winter-2026/generosity-in-action-turning-passion-into-purpose Clients use Thrivent Action Teams to help nonprofits meet needs and build stronger communities. Thu, 12 Nov 2026 14:28:03 GMT https://www.thrivent.com/insights/magazine/winter-2026/generosity-in-action-turning-passion-into-purpose https://www.thrivent.com/insights/magazine/winter-2026/thrivent-client-updates-2027-total-payout-live-generously-t-shirt-tax-documents The winning design for the 2027 Live Generously T-shirt is in. More than 46,000 Thrivent clients and others from around the country cast votes for their favorite design in an online voting campaign in mid-August, selecting the new circular design with a heart in the middle. Thu, 12 Nov 2026 14:27:43 GMT https://www.thrivent.com/insights/magazine/winter-2026/thrivent-client-updates-2027-total-payout-live-generously-t-shirt-tax-documents https://www.thrivent.com/insights/magazine/winter-2026/notes-on-the-economy-diversification-in-seasons-of-strong-market-performance For much of the past several years, U.S. stocks have been the clear leader in global markets, fueled by artificial intelligence (AI). A relatively small group of U.S. technology companies has benefited from investor enthusiasm, rising capital spending and strong earnings tied to AI infrastructure. AI is reshaping business, productivity and everyday life. It also is reshaping many portfolios—sometimes without investors realizing it. Thu, 12 Nov 2026 14:26:14 GMT https://www.thrivent.com/insights/magazine/winter-2026/notes-on-the-economy-diversification-in-seasons-of-strong-market-performance https://www.thrivent.com/insights/magazine/winter-2026/15-bright-ideas-for-teaching-kids-about-money Teaching kids about money is an important part of parenting, but it doesn’t have to be boring. With the right approach, financial education can be fun for kids of all ages. Thu, 12 Nov 2026 14:25:38 GMT https://www.thrivent.com/insights/magazine/winter-2026/15-bright-ideas-for-teaching-kids-about-money