Wives of SD District LCMS Pastors in South Dakota: Join us for a retreat in Pierre on September 27th & 28th specifically for YOU! Based on Hebrews 12:1-3, join us as we dig into how we can support one another in the race as a pastor’s wife. Register below. lutheranfamilyservice.org/sdpw24/

Meet Cassie! She's an experienced and master’s-level mental health counselor working in Oskaloosa, Iowa. She can also serve clients located anywhere in the state of Iowa through telehealth/distance counseling. Learn more and contact Cassie here: lutheranfamilyservice.org/2024/08/meet-c…

As Christians, we have the best response to an unplanned pregnancy; Jesus’ love, mercy & forgiveness. We can love her like family, support her in choosing life & offer tangible help like transportation, meals, childcare, diapers, clothing, household items.

Father, in Your creation you made a healthy dependency for each of us on the rest of us. You use every job and all workers for our common good. Help us on this Labor Day to not only remember those who work, but also the One who blesses it. May we do our work to Your glory.  Amen!

On 9/16, Dr. Mark Vande Braak will be presenting at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Hartley, IA, on the topics of grief, loss, and trauma as part of #SuicidePreventionMonth. If you're in the area, come out and join us! Contact the church for more info: stpaullutheranhartley.com

Back-to-school season can leave parents feeling exhausted, burned out, in a whirlwind of constant transition, and perpetually behind. Our social worker, Amber Dopler, reminds us that parents are also children, sons and daughters of the God the Father. lutheranfamilyservice.org/2024/09/we-are…

Research conducted with college age students found most of them reported having an important relationship with grandparents or significant elders who influenced their values, goals, and life choices and gave them a sense of self, roots, and tradition. #buildinghealthyfamilies

September is #SuicidePreventionMonth. Join Dr. Mark Vande Braak for the 2nd session in his Grief Support Series. This month's session (on Wed 9/18 at 1 PM CT) is for anyone who has dealt with the death of a loved one due to suicide or voluntary death. lutheranfamilyservice.org/drmarkseries-s…

Despite struggles with addiction and incarceration, Emma’s birthmother chose LIFE for her baby and she picked an adoptive family that could see past her faults and was willing to have an open adoption. Read Emma's adoption spotlight here: lutheranfamilyservice.org/2024/09/emmas-…

Lately, there has been a push in more schools to spend more time on life skills like financial literacy. Saving money for retirement and learning to pay your taxes are undoubtedly beneficial skills to learn. But what about generosity, giving, and tithing? lutheranfamilyservice.org/2024/08/genero…

Attention South Dakota Pastor's Wives! Join us for a retreat in Pierre on September 27th & 28th specifically for YOU! Based on Hebrews 12:1-3, join us as we dig into how we can support one another in the race as a pastor’s wife. Register here: lutheranfamilyservice.org/sdpw24/

Back-to-school season can leave parents feeling exhausted, burned out, in a whirlwind of constant transition, and perpetually behind. Our social worker, Amber Dopler, reminds us that parents are also children, sons and daughters of the God the Father. lutheranfamilyservice.org/2024/09/we-are…

It’s been said here are two kinds of people in the world: those who wake up and say, “Good morning, Lord!” and those who wake up and say, “Good Lord, it’s morning!” Which are you? It is usually true that mood follows message. #buildinghealthyfamilies

Feeling a chill in your marriage? If this sounds familiar and you want to change your dynamic, head over to our blog to find three tips for a happier, healthier marriage from marriage and family therapist Lindy Hinckley, tLMFT! lutheranfamilyservice.org/2024/09/3-tips…

A reminder that the second session of Dr. Mark's Grief Support Series (Loss Of A Loved One Through Suicide / Voluntary Death) is tomorrow Wednesday, September 18 at 1 PM CT. #SuicidePreventionMonth Join our FREE online, educational grief support here: lutheranfamilyservice.org/drmarkseries-s…

It was great to attend the Iowa District East The LWML Fall Retreat at Camp Io-Dis-E-Ca this past weekend. Our Rev. Nathan Grewe spoke to the group about anxiety and Lutheran Family Service. The theme was based on Psalm 62:7. We appreciate the work our faithful LWML continue to do.

Encouraging little ones to sing throughout the worship service is a wonderful way to involve them and imprint God’s Word and the teachings of our faith on their hearts!

Schedule a marriage check in with therapist Lindy Hinckley today! She sees clients in person in Deadwood and Black Hawk, South Dakota, or throughout the state via telehealth. Call 605-271-1081 or visit lutheranfamilyservice.org/contact.  Read more from Lindy at lutheranfamilyservice.org/blog/!

Rev. Mick Wolfram visited Trinity Lutheran Church in Odebolt, Iowa for an "LFS Sunday" this past weekend. Thanks to Pastor Viggers and the congregation at Trinity for being such great partners with us at Lutheran Family Service.

Parents, grandparents and pew buddies—where’s the best place to sit in church? In short, it depends! There are advantages to various seats throughout a worship space. Try out a few different places and see what works best for you and your crew! #buildinghealthyfamilies