by david | Jan 2, 2026 | Adoption, foster care, Mental Health, Parenting, pregnancy services
The work we do at Lutheran Family and Children’s Services (LFCS) is rooted in purpose and sustained by the real progress of the families we serve. As we begin 2026, we know the challenges facing children and families are growing, especially as rising costs for...
by david | Dec 2, 2025 | Adoption, community prevention, family services, foster care, mental health services, Parenting, pregnancy services, youth development
It’s the most wonderful time of the year. It’s a season for hope, gratitude, and reflection on the powerful difference one life can make. Few stories capture that spirit better than Frank Capra’s 1946 classic film, It’s a Wonderful Life. The film tells the story of...
by david | Nov 10, 2025 | Adoption, Blog, pregnancy services
November is a time to celebrate the beauty of adoption, yet birth parents, often the most courageous part of the adoption story, are frequently overlooked. At Lutheran Family and Children’s Services (LFCS), we are dedicating National Adoption Month to raising...
by david | Oct 2, 2025 | Counseling, Mental Health, school counseling, youth development
October is National Bullying Prevention Month, a time for all of us to recommit to creating safe and supportive environments for our children. While we often picture bullying on the playground or in the school hallway, the reality is that for many young people today,...
by david | Sep 5, 2025 | Counseling, Mental Health
A new report from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) brings a critical issue into national focus: the mental health of young people. The AAP now recommends that all children and teens receive annual screenings for mental and behavioral health concerns—a step...
