Adoption
Posted on November 10, 2026
by Kim Laube
Considering adoption? Every adoption journey is unique. Before taking the next step, learn five important things every prospective adoptive parent should know. From navigating the waiting period to understanding birth parent relationships and finding the right support, learn what to expect and how to prepare for the journey ahead.
Godly Living
Posted on November 5, 2026
by Jamie McWade, LMHC
Can you be grateful even when life is hard? Absolutely! Discover how to embrace gratitude without guilt, acknowledge life’s struggles without losing hope, and recognize God’s goodness even when circumstances aren’t what we hoped. Learn to see gratitude not as pretending everything is okay, but as trusting that God is with us through it all. Gracias a Dios!
Adoption
Posted on October 24, 2026
by Kim Laube
Congregations can play a meaningful role in the adoption journey through prayer, practical support, financial assistance, and ongoing encouragement. Discover eight ways your church can walk alongside children, birth parents, and adoptive families, reminding them that no one has to walk this journey alone.
Adoption
Posted on October 20, 2026
by Marcus & Courtney, Parents
After years of waiting, disappointment and uncertainty, Courtney and Marcus wondered if their dream of becoming parents would ever come true. Then, through Lutheran Family Service, God opened the door to not one, but two adoption journeys, welcoming Selah and Jonah into their family just months apart. Their story is a beautiful reminder of God’s provision, faithfulness and the truth that sometimes, the wait is worth it.
Godly Living
Posted on October 17, 2026
by Rev. Jonathan Conner
In the final installment of the Doing the Faith series, Pastor Conner explores how our heavenly citizenship shapes the way we live each day. From our bodies and money to our skills and minds, discover practical ways Christians can live out their faith, serve their neighbors, and glorify Christ in all they do.
Grief & Loss
Posted on October 11, 2026
by Kari Smith, MS
Pregnancy and infant loss can leave families carrying profound grief, questions, and loneliness. During Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, Lutheran Family Service reflects on the preciousness of every human life and how Christians can walk alongside grieving families with compassion, dignity, and the hope we have in Christ.
Godly Living
Posted on October 6, 2026
by Rev. Nathan Grewe, tLMHC
When an unanswered question takes up too much space, it can begin to shape how we see everything else. In Part 3 of The Season of “I Don’t Know,” Rev. Nathan Grewe, tLMHC, reflects on the difference between having a problem and allowing that problem to become the narrator of our lives. Through the image of a coffee mug, a puzzle with missing pieces, and the hope we have in Christ, Nathan encourages us to step back, see the larger picture, and remember that our unanswered questions never have the final word.
Parenting
Posted on October 1, 2026
by Stephanie Grade, LMHC
Today’s youth face growing pressures related to substance use, mental health, relationships, and belonging. Prevention begins with more than simply saying “no.” It starts with connection, compassion, faith, and helping young people know they are loved, valued, and never alone. Learn how parents, caregivers, churches, and communities can support youth with grace and truth.
Lutheran Family Service News
Posted on September 29, 2026
by Dane Wolfgram
Meet Dane Wolfgram, a certified coach who helps individuals find clarity, work through challenges, and move forward with confidence. Through faith-informed coaching, Dane creates a supportive space for clients to navigate decisions, recognize what is within their control, and identify meaningful next steps while seeking God’s wisdom along the way.
Church Worker Wellness
Posted on September 25, 2026
by Cassie Beltz, LMHC
Pastors and counselors have distinct roles, but they can work together to provide more complete care. Cassie Beltz, LMHC, explores what a strong pastor-counselor partnership can look like in practice and how church workers can remain meaningfully involved when professional counseling becomes part of someone’s care.
