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National Adoption Month: Honoring the Courage and Lifelong Support for Birth Parents

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...

National Adoption Month: The Hanfs and Open Adoption

by beanstalk | Nov 4, 2024 | Adoption, Blog

Michael and Sarah Hanf’s adoption journey is a powerful testament to the importance of openness in adoption. Their path, like many who pursue adoption, was filled with both hope and heartbreak. When the Hanfs first reached out to LFCS, they were navigating the...

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