The first in an ongoing series called Friends in Real Life, this episode includes a story of a family on their journey through the process of adoption.
A woman might find herself in a variety of roles throughout her lifetime. This booklet examines several roles and offers affirmation, encouragement and support through the lens of Christ and his unending grace and mercy.
Real and Abundant Life
What is life? What is its purpose? If God created us for life, why does it feel like so much of our existence is all about death? Read about the real and abundant life found only in God, the author of life Himself.
That They May Live
Assisted suicide and euthanasia isn’t the answer to suffering or a show of compassion. Delve into questions and see what God’s Word has to say.
That They May Have Life
Every life is valuable. Every life is carefully created by God, deeply loved by Him, and mercifully redeemed by Christ. Consider the importance of these simple truths and how they play out in day-to-day life in a fallen world.
Friends For Life — LCMS Life, Health and Family Ministries: S7Ep3. Human Trafficking: A Survivor’s Story | Keeya Vawar
Keeya Vawar shares her story of struggle and survival, as she herself was a victim of human trafficking.
Friends For Life — LCMS Life, Health and Family Ministries: S7Ep2. The Church’s Care for Victims of Human Trafficking | Rev. Scott Heitshusen
Join hosts Tiffany and Steph as they introduce our topic for Season 7 and help clarify the definition of human trafficking.
Friends For Life — LCMS Life, Health and Family Ministries: S7Ep1. What is Human Trafficking? | Deaconess Dr. Tiffany Manor & Steph Neugebauer
Join hosts Tiffany and Steph as they introduce our topic for Season 7 and help clarify the definition of human trafficking.
Jonah’s Desire to Die
This Bible study and accompanying article cover the book of Jonah. Though Jonah is famous for his fish, he also provides an illuminating case study of depression and suicidal thought.
Motherhood Under the Cross
Sometimes it feels like you are going it alone. Life can be hard. Mothering children is definitely hard. The ...
Organizations That Provide Resources For Adoption And Foster Care
This directory contains entities of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod, LCMS Recognized Service Organizations, and additional organizations that provide resources related to adoption and foster care.
2023 LCMS Life Conference video presentations
The conference provided Lutherans with resources to faithfully proclaim what God’s Word teaches about life, health, marriage and family.
Friends For Life: S1EP56 — An Intro to Reproductive Bioethics | Rev. Dr. Kevin Voss
Dr. Kevin Voss talks about the field of bioethics and how our Lutheran theology helps us navigate the nuanced world of reproductive technology.
Friends For Life — LCMS Life, Health and Family Ministries: S8Ep4. Restoring Families | Amanda Douglas & Rev. Dr. Stephen Krenz
Amanda and Pastor Krenz join Steph to talk about caring for mothers of children in foster care.
Friends For Life — LCMS Life, Health and Family Ministries: S8 Ep3. Fostering & the Role of a CASA | Chalyce Deterding
Chalyce Deterding joins Steph to talk about the joys and challenges of being a foster parent, along with the unique role that she plays as a CASA.
Friends For Life — LCMS Life, Health and Family Ministries: S8 Ep2. The State of Foster Care | Dr. Thomas Engel
Dr. Thomas Engel joins Steph to talk about the concerns of children in child dependency.
Friends For Life — LCMS Life, Health and Family Ministries: S8 Ep1. Why We Care About Foster Care | Deaconess Dr. Tiffany Manor & Steph
Join Steph and Deaconess Dr. Tiffany Manor as they introduce this season’s topic surrounding foster care.
She Shall be Called Woman
A woman might find herself in a variety of roles throughout her lifetime. This booklet examines several roles and offers affirmation, encouragement and support through the lens of Christ and his unending grace and mercy.
Real and Abundant Life
What is life? What is its purpose? If God created us for life, why does it feel like so much of our existence is all about death? Read about the real and abundant life found only in God, the author of life Himself.
LCMS Guide to Supporting Foster Families
This guide provides a basic overview of the foster care system and the process of becoming foster parents.
Friends For Life — LCMS Life, Health and Family Ministries: S6Ep5. Protecting the Christian Conscience in the Civic Realm | Rev. Dr. Christopher Thoma
Rev. Dr. Christopher Thoma joins Steph to talk about the First Amendment, religious liberty, and protecting the Christian conscience in the civic realm.
Friends For Life — LCMS Life, Health and Family Ministries: S6Ep4. Tips for Talking to Kids About the Election | Rev. Noah & Becky Rogness
Rev. Noah and Becky Rogness join Steph to talk about how parents, teachers, and youth workers can talk to kids about the election.
Friends For Life — LCMS Life, Health and Family Ministries: S6Ep3. Civil Christians: How Christians Can Shape Society | Tim Goeglein
Join Steph and guest Tim Goeglein as they talk about how Christians can change the tide of society and government.
Friends For Life — LCMS Life, Health and Family Ministries: S6Ep1. Left-Hand Christians | Deaconess Dr. Tiffany Manor & Stephanie Neugebauer
Steph and Tiffany introduce Season 6: Christians in the Civic Realm.
Parents: A Pillar of Education
Wondering where to start? Here are some resources to aid you in supporting your children’s education from within ...
