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.
Church Worker Wellness
Posted on September 19, 2026
by Rev. Samuel G. Beltz
When you’re struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, or trauma, you may wonder whether to talk to your pastor, a counselor, or both. Rev. Samuel G. Beltz explains how pastors and counselors have different but complementary roles and how working together can provide care for the whole person.
Lutheran Family Service News
Posted on September 14, 2026
by Rev. Les Wolfgram
Meet Rev. Lester “Les” Wolfgram, a pastor and counselor-in-training who brings more than 33 years of ministry experience as a parish pastor and emergency services chaplain. Drawing on decades of walking alongside people through grief, trauma, crisis, and life transitions, Les has a particular interest in marriage and family counseling, grief care, and trauma, providing compassionate, faith-informed support rooted in the hope of Christ.
Mental Health
Posted on September 9, 2026
by Stephanie Grade, LMHC
The school year can quickly become overwhelming with homework, activities, packed schedules, and growing expectations. Discover simple ways to manage stress, set healthy boundaries, find moments of rest, and remember that your identity and worth are rooted in God, not in achievement.
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.
Lutheran Family Service News
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.
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.
Mental Health
Posted on June 24, 2026
by Dreena Wertz, LPC
Summer travel can be exciting, but it can also bring stress and anxiety for individuals and families alike. Learn five practical strategies to help manage travel anxiety, stay organized, and focus on creating meaningful memories with family and friends.
Mental Health
Posted on June 1, 2026
by Rev. Jonathan Conner
America is struggling with widespread mental distress. But what if the path toward mental wellness is simpler than we think? Drawing from the book of Proverbs, this article explores how wisdom, discipline, and the fear of the Lord shape healthy minds, stable lives, and lasting peace. Read, do, repeat.
