Kyle Gillespie - Thrivent

Markets up. Risks remain. See what’s driving Thrivent's outlook. ⬇️

June 2026 Market Update: Stocks and inflation keep rising Positive equity momentum continues, tempered by concerns around inflation, consumer resilience, and global conflict.

“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” - Romans 15:13

☀️ Spreading Sunshine has been personal for our family ☀️

Some of you may know this… but for those who don’t—our family has had the privilege of being a Spreading Sunshine family.

And I can’t tell you how much that has meant to us.

When you’re walking through seasons of uncertainty with your child, there’s a weight that’s hard to explain. But what Spreading Sunshine does so well is step into that space and remind families like ours that we’re not alone… that people care… and that there is still joy to be found in the middle of it.

Whether it’s a Sunshine Box, a meal, snacks during long hospital days, or simply encouragement along the way—those moments matter more than you could imagine.

We’ve seen firsthand how this organization supports families facing childhood illness by bringing both practical help and real hope during incredibly difficult times.

I’m incredibly grateful for the impact they’ve had on our family, and I’m proud to be connected to what they’re doing here in our Memphis community.

If you’re looking for a way to make a difference—whether through volunteering, giving, or just learning more—I can’t recommend them enough.

👉 And if you have questions about what they do or how to get involved, feel free to reach out.

Construction professionals operate in one of the toughest financial environments:

- Project-based income
- Rising material and labor costs
- Heavy reinvestment demands
- Complex tax situations

Yet many successful contractors and trades professionals are still missing one thing:
A coordinated financial strategy that works as hard as they do.
The goal isn’t just to make more money—it’s to make it work better:

✔️ Structuring income efficiently
✔️ Preparing for downtime between projects
✔️ Building long-term wealth outside the business
✔️ Protecting what’s been built

I’ve been focusing on helping individuals in the construction and trades space simplify these moving pieces.

If you’re in the trades—or know someone who is—and want a clearer financial game plan, I’m always open to a conversation.

Whether you're just getting started with retirement savings or you're well on your way, it's critical to know the ins and outs of how to invest for retirement. Try these steps for developing a solid long-term investing approach. 👇

How to invest for retirement: Account types & strategic moves Investing for retirement takes planning, but it doesn't have to be complex. Lay the foundation by learning the basic strategies, investment types and tax-advantaged accounts.

"In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps." - Proverbs 16:9