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Children’s Mental Health: Screen Time Dilemma
In today’s technology-driven world, navigating the digital jungle with young children can be quite challenging. While playing on tablets and phones can offer…
Five Sobering Statistics Concerning Child Abuse & Neglect
April marks the observance of Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the profound impact of abuse…
Empowering Families: Inside Lutheran Family and Children’s Services of Missouri’s Parenting Program
At Lutheran Family and Children’s Services of Missouri (LFCS), we believe in the transformative power of personalized support and unwavering dedication to our…
Congratulations To LFCS Parenting Client Breanna!
Breanna first became involved with Lutheran Family and Children’s Services (LFCS) in 2017 when she learned she was pregnant with her second child.…
Emily’s Essay
“Emily” is a brave girl who works with one of LFCS’ behavioral health therapists. She suffers from having extreme social anxiety and struggles…
Children’s Mental Health Checklist for a Happy, Healthy New Year
As the New Year unfolds, ensuring children’s mental health should be a top priority for every parent. To assist families in addressing this…
Five Generations of Service to LFCS – Honoring the late Nellie Miller
*A note from LFCS: We featured an article in the Fall edition of the Spirit newsletter, which unfortunately had a few errors. We…
A Path To Progress: LFCS’ 2023 Accomplishments
Previous Next This year was an exceptionally successful year for Lutheran Family and Children’s Services. From regional expansion to new offices, grants to…
Adoption By The Numbers
November is National Adoption Month, a time to celebrate the transformative power of adoption and raise awareness about the need for loving families…
From Uncertainty to Empowerment: Mia’s Story
Life can throw unexpected challenges, leaving us feeling lost and unsure of how to navigate the path ahead. For Jamele “Mia” Jones, her…