The Good Ole’ Days

Family Life Ministry Moment: The Good Ole’ Days “I remember when…the school picnic had over 300 people come! It was such a joy to gather and watch the young families participate. We planned it this year and only eight people came—these families just don’t want to be...

Forming Healthy Habits

Family Life Ministry Moment: Forming Healthy Habits   In family life ministry I often get asked if resources are available for congregations, schools and homes. Concordia Center for the Family (CCF), a Recognized Service Organization of the LCMS, provides many...

The Most Important Event

Family Life Ministry Moment: The Most Important Event   The summer tradition of Vacation Bible School (VBS) is strong throughout our Synod and across the Nebraska District. What a joy it is to gather children each summer around the Gospel message of our Lord and...

Summer Plans

Family Life Ministry Moment: Summer Plans   It’s almost SUMMER! Sunshine! Vacations! No more school! No more homework! No more youth group… No more Sunday School… How does your congregation handle summer programming? Many churches feel the same concerns. “We...