Unplanned Pregnancy Counseling
Posted on May 3, 2026
by Kim Laube
The women who place a child for adoption rarely see their own strength, yet their decisions reveal extraordinary love — selfless, insightful, courageous, and hope‑filled. This article invites readers to look beyond the phrase “giving up” and honor the mothers whose sacrifice creates safety and possibility for their children.
Unplanned Pregnancy Counseling
Posted on April 11, 2026
by Kim Laube
Women considering adoption often carry fears about their child’s future, the adoptive family’s safety, and the pain of saying goodbye. This guide offers compassionate, experience‑based insight into the three fears birth mothers express most — and the truths that can bring clarity, reassurance, and hope during an incredibly difficult decision.
Life Advocacy
Posted on May 29, 2024
by Rev. Jonathan Conner
How should we think about in vitro fertilization? Is IVF pro-life? Is it something Christians should support? As with all matters, it’s essential that we bring thoughtful Christian discernment to bear.
Adoption
Posted on January 8, 2024
by Mitch & Angela, Parents
This story, “Our Journey To An Open Adoption,” was written by Mitch & Angela Carey, an adoptive couple sharing the personal account of their open adoption experience through Lutheran Family Service. Mitch & Angela’s account serves as a strong testimony in the discussion of an open vs. closed adoption.
Adoption
Posted on July 1, 2023
by Lutheran Family Service
Baby Vinny had been residing at the hospital with no visitors for over a month; his mom and dad had not made contact in the 40 days since his birth in February 2022. A University of Iowa hospital social worker knew Vinny needed a loving family and knew who to call to find him one […]
Adoption
Posted on November 7, 2018
Pregnancy Counseling and Adoption Services now offered in Central and Northern Illinois.
Unplanned Pregnancy Counseling
Posted on September 22, 2018
As a birth mother, there are many factors for you to consider, and it is important for you to know that you are not alone throughout those decisions.
Life Advocacy
Posted on April 20, 2017
by Pastor Jonathan Conner
Opening Our Eyes to Life in order to Open Our Mouths for It For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother’s womb. (Ps. 139:13) If the womb had a window, what would we see? Would it affect us? Would our appreciation for life change? If we could see the moment of […]
