LCMS President Signs Letter Reaffirming Marriage

LCMS President Rev. Dr. Matthew C. Harrison, along with other religious leaders, on April 23, 2015, signed an open letter reaffirming one-man, one-woman marriage.

Download Letter

Below is a video of President Harrison about Religious Liberty and the Free to be Faithful campaign.

Grace Lutheran After School Program

  Presents

Consequences

Join us for a special “Night for Families” on Monday, April 27 starting at 5:30 at Grace Lutheran.  We will start with a free meal for the entire family.  Following the meal there will be special activities for the kids, while the parents can attend a free session on “Parenting Families: From ME to WE.”

 “Parenting Families: From ME to WE” is a DVD-based parenting resource for improving parenting skills and building a stronger family - traditional, single parent or blended.  The session will be fun and interactive, parents get ideas to use immediately and build relationships with other parents.

Family Devotions

Here is a nice video on ideas for family devotions.  If you need further ideas, contact Pastor Kuhfal (402) 887-4791.

What is it Like Being a Dad?

A wonderful video for Father's Day.  Happy Father's Day.

Grace Lutheran

After School Program

Presents

Session 2: Communication

Join us for a special “Night for Families” on Monday, May 12 from 6-8PM at Grace Lutheran.  At 6PM there will be a free meal for the entire family.  Following the meal there will be special activities for the kids, while the parents can attend a free session on “Parenting Families: From ME to WE.”

 “Parenting Families: From ME to WE” is a DVD-based parenting resource for improving parenting skills and building a stronger family - traditional, single parent or blended.  The session will be fun and interactive, parents get ideas to use immediately and build relationships with other parents.

Family Night

A great time was had by all at last Monday at Family Night.  It was such a success, there are plans to do another one before the end of the school year.  A big thank you to the Grace Lutheran Youth Group, who prepared the meal and those who helped with the kids during the parents' session.

Below are some pictures of the event.

Parenting Night - 6PM Monday, March 24

Join us for a special “Night for Families” on Monday, March 24 from 6-8PM at Grace Lutheran.  At 6PM there will be a free meal for the entire family.  Following the meal there will be special activities and a movie for the kids, while the parents can attend a free session on “Parenting Families: From ME to WE.”

 “Parenting Families: From ME to WE” is a DVD-based parenting resource for improving parenting skills and building a stronger family - traditional, single parent or blended.  The session will be fun and interactive, parents get ideas to use immediately and build relationships with other parents.

Sunday Morning Bible Class - Parenting

What does the Bible say about parenting?
What examples do the Scriptures show?
Who is the example of the perfect parent?



These questions and more will be discussed in Sunday Morning Bible Class this Sunday, April 29, at 9:30.  Come join us for this exciting study on Parenting.

The Hunger Games

Those of you interested in "The Hunger Games" might find this article by Pastor Philip Wolf from the Lutheran Witness to be interesting.  Those of you not aware of the book might find this article helpful in speaking with those interested in the book.  Click on the picture below to read the article.

Encouragement for Moms

Click on the picture of Katie Luther below to read this wonderful article for moms, especial mothers of young children.  Talk about "creative memories" Dort Preus does a great job reminding moms of the wonderful task God has granted them and the wonderful memories such will bring.  Reading this article reminded me of many of the memories I have watching Tami raise our daughters.  I would love to read your comments about the story, by clicking on the "post a comment box" below this blog post.  What challenges do you face as a mother?

Here is the start of the article:

God’s Word is our great heritage, And shall be ours forever;

To spread its light from age to age Shall be our chief endeavor.

Through life it guides our way; In death it is our stay.

Lord, grant, while worlds endure, We keep its teachings pure,

Throughout all generations.

This hymn is a wonderful outline for advice and guidance in raising up a child, especially for mothers. When a woman becomes a mother, she doubts her ability to be a good mother. Verily she should doubt!  The Christian mother humbles herself before God and prays for guidance.  God’s Word tells her to bring her child to the baptismal font for cleansing.  God’s Word tells her to teach her child how much God loves through His only begotten Son, Jesus.  (click the picture for more.)

Camp Luther Summer Camp

Camp Luther in Schuyler, NE has released its summer Camp Brochure and information.  To find out more about their many summer camps click on the picture below.

Steadfast Dads — The First Duty of a Dad

In my readings, I came across this article that I thought was well done of Christian Family and on a father's role in particular.  I think parents and especially fathers will find this article helpful.  Below you will find the start if the article.  You can click the picture of Martin Luther and his family below to get to the full article.  Let me know what you think in the comment section, by clicking on the pencil icon below this post.



Here is the start:

The first duty of Dad is to know who is boss.  No, it’s not you.  And it’s not your children.  It’s God the Father almighty, maker of heaven and earth.  “I believe that God has made me.”  In making you he has defined for you what you are all about.  The fatherhood of God determines for us Christian fathers what fatherhood is all about.

Fathers, you don’t need your children’s permission to be their father.  God made you their father.  God decides what you are to do.  Your children don’t decide.  You don’t decide.  God decides.

God has given to fathers and mothers the responsibility of teaching God’s word to their children.  (Read more of the article by clicking on the picture above.)

Parents: Designing the Ultimate Stroller

Did you catch this article on parenting in the January 2011 Lutheran Witness?  It is an interesting article.  Which category do you find your family?
A. Frustrated Family
B. Busy, Busy Family
C. Sponge Family
Enter your answer in the comments section below.