by beanstalk | Oct 10, 2023 | Blog, family services, Parenting, pregnancy services
Life can throw unexpected challenges, leaving us feeling lost and unsure of how to navigate the path ahead. For Jamele “Mia” Jones, her journey with Lutheran Family and Children’s Services (LFCS) started at a pivotal time, reshaping her trajectory...
by beanstalk | Sep 13, 2023 | Blog, community prevention, Counseling
In 2022, 49,500 people took their own lives in the U.S., the highest number ever*. Suicide is currently the 2nd leading cause of death for those ages 10-34 in Missouri. 1,177 Missourians died by suicide in 2021 (most current state data)**, while thousands more were...
by beanstalk | Aug 10, 2023 | Blog, kansas city office, LFCS History, mid-missouri office, southeast office, southwest office
For the first 100 years of our existence, LFCS experienced a mix of struggles and successes. From multiple fires demolishing our buildings to adding multiple services to support families, it was an unforgettable journey. In fact, it wasn’t until 1968 (exactly 100...
by beanstalk | Jul 11, 2023 | Adoption, Blog
Previous Next The journey of adoption is filled with emotions, struggles, and beauty. From potential adoptive parents to birth parents to adoptees, everyone involved understands it is an incredibly sensitive process. For this reason, it can be difficult for anyone...
by beanstalk | Jun 12, 2023 | Blog, Parenting, youth development
Too often, we underemphasize the role of “Dad” when it comes to raising a family. Traditionally, Mothers are presumed to take on more responsibilities and have higher expectations than Fathers do, with regard to child-rearing. The role of the Father Figure has evolved...
