Ask the Counselor

Has something been weighing on your mind for which you’d like a fresh perspective? Is there a topic relating to marriage and relationships or mental health or a question about parenting, grief, life transitions, anxiety, stress, worry or other current life challenge that you’d like for us to write about?
Submit your question to our Master’s level prepared and experienced, Christian counseling team.

Be a Voice for Life!

Save the date, mark your calendar, and plan to join us at the Prayer Rally for Life on Monday, March 2. Exact times and agenda will be coming as the date draws closer. It is typically a mid-morning through mid-afternoon event at the Iowa State Capitol. Mark that you’re interested or that you’ll be attending this event on the Lutheran Family Service Facebook page!

Jerry’s Story – Building Family Through Adoption

Jerry Johnson, 98 years young, reflects back on his earlier life and the joys of building his family through adoption. Two of his four wonderful children were adopted through Lutheran Family Service. Watch Jerry’s Story Here.

Meet Lynnette!

Meet Lynnette, one of the many compassionate, Master’s level trained professionals on the Lutheran Family Service counseling team! Lynnette Aschinger, LISW, has dedicated over 31 years to serving others. She specializes in helping children, families, those with trauma histories, and couples. Read more

Do I Have to Find Parents for My Baby?

Many expecting mothers who want to place their baby for adoption think that they are responsible for finding adoptive parents. If you are considering adoption for your child, please know that Lutheran Family Service is ready to help you on your adoption journey. You are not alone or on your own to find parents for your child. You have many choices. We’re here to tell you about them. Read more

4 Paths to a More Meaningful Christmas

If you are raising children or have influence in the lives of your grandchildren, consider making this the year to be intentional about focusing on Christ at Christmas. Find ideas to learn how to keep the emphasis on the presence of our Savior rather than the presents. Read more

Embryo Adoption Webinar

“Embryo adoption gives hope to couples struggling with infertility to not only be parents, but to also experience pregnancy and child birth”, says Kim Laube, LFS’ Director of Life Ministries. Join us for an informative Embryo Adoption Webinar, Wed, Nov 13, 2019 from 12:00PM – 12:30PM Central Time. No cost to participate. Register here.

Eldercare Outreach Ministry

Show your gratitude to God by expressing your thanks to Him for them, and to the elderly people in your life. Tell them why you love them and why they are such a treasure to know and have in your life.  Need more fun StepUp ideas? Click Here

Secrets of Effective Communication

Has someone told you recently you’re not a good listener?  Sharpen your listening and self-expression skills here.  Ready to work toward a stronger marriage? Find many ideas here that have been helpful for other couples. Don’t give up – marriage is worth the work!