Church Worker Wellness
Posted on November 24, 2025
by Rev. Nathan Grewe, tLMHC
We live in an age that has nearly erased the word wait from our vocabulary. Our world relentlessly trains us to expect immediacy—and to grow anxious, frustrated, or even despairing when our desires are not met on demand. And then comes Advent. Not only is wait not erased, but WAIT is written in big, bold letters.
Godly Living
Posted on November 18, 2025
by Rev. Jonathan & Rebecca Conner
In Part 3 of our series on Artificial Intelligence, we now turn to AI and character bots in relation to career and life coaching and relationships. This involves a deeper study of what it means to be human, an image-bearing creation of God, and what it means to flourish in support, relationship, and love of Him and one another.
Adoption
Posted on November 14, 2025
by Augustine & Molly, Parents
“It feels as if Luke has always been a part of our family. It is hard to imagine the time before him.” Hear from Augustine & Molly, parents sharing the personal account of the adoption of their son, Luke, through Lutheran Family Service.
Godly Living
Posted on November 9, 2025
by Rev. David Gunderson, tLMFT
“Thank you, God, for everything!” Those words hung in my parents’ home, and to this day I still find that simple poem a great reminder to give thanks to God — not only on Thanksgiving Day, but every day.
Giving
Posted on November 4, 2025
by Rev. Max Phillips
If you’re an LWML member — know that we see you, and we’re thankful to God for all you do that is so often un-seen and un-recognized, including your partnership. If you’re not an LWML member, keep reading and join us in realizing how God is using these amazing women to further His Kingdom work!
Church Worker Wellness
Posted on October 28, 2025
by Lindy Hinckley, tLMFT
No matter how good your relationships in your congregation are, you will have conflict. It isn’t necessarily bad or destructive; it can help move a congregation to oneness. Even though conflict may cause tension in your congregation, God can use it to grow your and your congregation’s relationship with Him.
Adoption
Posted on October 21, 2025
by Mike & Elizabeth, Parents
After years of waiting, praying, and trusting God’s plan, Mike and Elizabeth received the call that would change their lives forever. Their story of adopting Isaac is one of faith, courage, and the incredible love shared between birth parents and adoptive families. Read how God’s faithfulness and the support of Lutheran Family Service brought this beautiful adoption story to life.
Godly Living
Posted on October 14, 2025
by Rev. Jonathan & Rebecca Conner
Scripture teaches that true wisdom begins with knowing and embracing what God has called good and relentlessly aligning our lives with it. We must employ this framework of evaluating everything in terms of what God has called good in order to discern how to interact wisely with AI.
Lutheran Family Service News
Posted on October 10, 2025
by Wanda Pritzel, LISW
The city of Aberdeen is now home to a new source of hope and healing. This fall, Lutheran Family Service opened a new counseling office, bringing professional and Christ-centered support to individuals and families across northeast South Dakota.
Adoption
Posted on September 17, 2025
by Tim & Julie, Parents
Since childhood, Julie dreamed of adopting. With her husband, Tim, she began the process through Lutheran Family Service. They soon learned adoption is a roller coaster and waiting the hardest part, yet God’s love carried them through. Their journey led them to Nora — a beautiful baby girl and a dream come true.
