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 10, 2026
by Rob Kellar, Director of Donor Engagement
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.
Church Worker Wellness
Posted on July 24, 2026
by Rita Burley, LISW
Church workers often carry the concerns of many people. Discover how the simple act of writing down your worries can reduce mental clutter, improve clarity, and bring greater peace through a practice supported by psychology and neuroscience.
Godly Living
Posted on July 16, 2026
by Rev. Jonathan Conner
What does it mean to “do devotions”? Christians often hear the encouragement to establish a regular devotional life, but practical guidance is often in short supply. In this article, Pastor Conner explores devotions as a formative Christian ritual—one that anchors us in God’s Word through regular habits of Scripture reading, confession, prayer, and blessing. Rather than prescribing the way to do devotions, he offers a flexible, scalable method that can be adapted for individuals and families alike, helping Christians embody their faith in the rhythms of everyday life.
Adoption
Posted on July 10, 2026
by Tyler & Kelsey, Parents
After years of infertility, Tyler and Kelsey chose adoption and began their journey with Lutheran Family Service. Their story reflects faith, hope, and perseverance. In God’s perfect timing, they welcomed their daughter, Janie, and saw years of prayers answered.
Church Worker Wellness
Posted on July 1, 2026
by Sarah Anderson, LCSW, PMH-C
What is the true vocation of a pastor’s wife? Sarah Anderson, LCSW, PMH-C, explores the importance of supporting a husband in ministry while maintaining healthy boundaries, honoring individual gifts, and resisting unrealistic expectations. This encouraging article reminds pastor’s wives that their calling is unique and rooted in faithfulness to God, not in meeting every expectation of the congregation.
Life Advocacy
Posted on June 28, 2026
by Kim Laube
Lutheran Family Service joined fellow Lutherans and hundreds of pro-life advocates at the 2026 Iowa March for Life, where participants gathered in worship, prayer, and public witness to proclaim the God-given value of every human life.
