Godly Living
Posted on September 4, 2026
by Rev. Nathan Grewe, tLMHC
Uncertainty has a way of keeping our minds searching for answers, replaying questions and focusing on the pieces that are still missing. In Part 2 of The Season of “I Don’t Know,” Rev. Nathan Grewe reflects on the difference between wisely seeking answers and demanding certainty, and how peace can begin even before all the answers arrive.
Giving
Posted on September 1, 2026
by Rob Kellar
Rob Kellar, LFS’s Director of Donor Engagement, reflects on how the gifts God entrusts to each of us can be used to strengthen ministry, serve others, and make a lasting difference.
Church Worker Wellness
Posted on August 23, 2026
by Rev. David Gunderson, tLMFT
Church workers spend much of their time caring for others, but caring well also means making time for themselves. Pastor Dave Gunderson shares five practical ways church workers can set boundaries, protect their time, and stay grounded in God’s Word.
Mental Health
Posted on August 18, 2026
by Ieva Russell
Meet Deaconess Ieva Russell and learn about her journey into mental health counseling, her passion for helping others, and her desire to bring faith and counseling together. Ieva shares how her experiences have shaped her approach to caring for the whole person and offering hope and support through life’s challenges.
Lutheran Family Service News
Posted on August 12, 2026
by Rob Kellar
Lutheran Family Service joined Lutherans from across the country at the 2026 LCMS National Convention, strengthening partnerships and exploring new opportunities to serve individuals, families, congregations, and church workers. The convention also brought a special honor for LFS Executive Director Rev. Max Phillips.
Godly Living
Posted on August 10, 2026
by Rev. Jonathan Conner
Prayer is one of the central practices of the Christian life, yet many believers struggle with how to pray consistently and confidently. In Part 4 of the Doing the Faith series, Pastor Conner explores practical, biblical ways to deepen your prayer life through Scripture, the Lord’s Prayer, hymns, and the rich prayer tradition of the Church.
Lutheran Family Service News
Posted on August 8, 2026
by Rob Kellar
Meet Rob Kellar, Lutheran Family Service’s new Director of Donor Engagement. After more than three decades in Lutheran education, Rob brings a passion for ministry, a heart for serving others, and a deep appreciation for the supporters who make LFS’s mission possible.
Adoption
Posted on August 6, 2026
by Jeanette Kreutner
When a relative’s child needs a safe home, emotions can run high and decisions must be made quickly. Before saying yes to fostering or adoption, Scripture calls us to seek God’s wisdom, and prayerfully consider what is truly best for the child. This article offers biblical guidance, practical questions to ask, and personal insight for families facing one of life’s most difficult decisions.
Godly Living
Posted on August 3, 2026
by Rev. Nathan Grewe, tLMHC
When life is filled with unanswered questions, uncertainty can become its own burden. Discover how faith invites us to find hope in God even when the answer is simply, “I don’t know yet,” and why peace isn’t always found in certainty.
Mental Health
Posted on July 29, 2026
by Stephanie Grade, LMHC
Meet Stephanie Grade, LMHC, a licensed mental health counselor who provides compassionate, faith-informed care for individuals, couples, and families. Drawing on extensive experience in mental health, addiction recovery, and crisis intervention, Stephanie helps clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, stress, and life transitions through personalized, evidence-based counseling rooted in hope and healing.
