Adoption
Posted on September 29, 2023
Luna’s circle of love and support has been enlarged by her adoption, not restricted. She will always know and love her original family and now she is enveloped by the love her adoption family as well.
Church Worker Wellness
Posted on September 26, 2023
by Rev. Dave Gunderson, tLMFT
Did you forget where you left your glasses? No problem. Did you forget you wear glasses? Then you may have a problem. If you need to ask someone what day it is, no problem, but if you ask for that date three times in a row in less than five minutes, you may have a problem. That is my mother-in-law’s situation. While writing a check for her church offering, she asked me repeatedly what the date was because she suffers from dementia.
Mental Health
Posted on September 22, 2023
by Virginia Strubbe, CSW-PIP, OSW-C
Receiving the diagnosis of a terminal illness is often overwhelming and may bring about a great deal of emotions. You may have been feeling physically unwell, have had multiple medical appointments, or likely have received a great deal of information in a small amount of time. It can be expected to be unsure of the next steps. The following are some things to consider.
Lutheran Family Service News
Posted on September 19, 2023
by Rev. Dave Gunderson, tLMFT
Meet Rev. Dave Gunderson, tLMFT, a marriage and family therapist serving clients throughout the state of South Dakota via telehealth. As a retired parish pastor and military chaplain, Dave specializes in working with church professionals and has a passion for overall worker wellness.
Godly Living
Posted on September 6, 2023
by Rev. Jonathan Conner
Shel Silverstein, the children’s poet (author of the well-loved Where the Sidewalk Ends, A Light in the Attic, Runny Babbit, and more), in the playful poem below, raises a question that plagues us all: What if…? In this article we will dare to answer the question.
Lutheran Family Service News
Posted on September 1, 2023
by Lindy Hinckley, tLMFT
Meet Lindy Hinckley, tLMFT, a marriage and family therapist serving clients in Deadwood, South Dakota, as well as the surrounding area including Sturgis and Rapid City, and throughout the state via telehealth. With a passion for fostering community and connection as an antidote to isolation, Lindy brings understanding and experience as a pastor’s wife and parent of a child with special needs.
Lutheran Family Service News
Posted on August 22, 2023
by Virginia Strubbe, MSW, CSW-PIP
Meet Virginia Strubbe, MSW, CSW-PIP, a mental health therapist with a background in social work and working with those living with chronic and terminal illnesses. We recently sat down with her to talk about her role with Lutheran Family Service, recognizing the courage it takes to pursue mental health counseling, and the joy of walking […]
Marriage & Relationships
Posted on August 21, 2023
by Lindy Hinckley, tLMFT
How to rewire your mind towards compassion and love. Looking for love, or “whatever is lovely” in your life and relationships? Read on! The pain-body Like static overpowering a radio signal, negativity can block us from tuning in to the positive healing of love, whether it be with God, in our relationships, or within ourselves. […]
Lutheran Family Service News
Posted on August 14, 2023
by Mark Vande Braak, Ph.D, FT, MT-BC
Dr. Mark Vande Braak comes to Lutheran Family Service with decades of experience walking alongside those experiencing trauma, loss, and grief. Read on to learn more about his professional roles, the personal connection that brought him to LFS, and even how he takes his coffee.
Adoption
Posted on July 31, 2023
by Kim Laube
Many women find themselves in dangerous situations during an unexpected pregnancy, especially if there are people in their life who are violent. Safe Haven relinquishments allow the birthmother, birthfather, or a designee to bring the child to a safe location and never reveal any information about themselves or the child without being prosecuted for abandonment.
