Please tell me LCMS is not surprised by any of this. This what we get as Thrivent moves step-by-step from Biblical values to societal preferences. When Thrivent is "pan-Christian," that includes a number of denominations that do not share our beliefs regarding abortion, homosexuality, etc. Thrivent's conundrum, which EVERYONE, including LCMS, should have seen, then becomes how to divvy up the proceeds so not just fusty old Lutherans but all variations of Protestant churches get the proper share reflecting their views and doctrine. Some time ago, we ceased contributing anything through Thrivent. Want nothing to do with it. However, now please tell me what to do with the measly $10,000 life policy my parents and I have been paying on for the past 70 years. Cash it in and cut down funeral expenses to the bare bone?