Thy Strong Word from KFUO Radio Free Text First Friday: Lutheran Family Service
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Aug 1, 2025 Max Phillips, Pastor of Christ Lutheran Church and Executive Director of Lutheran Family Service, dives into the organization's vital Gospel-driven services. He clarifies LFS's independence from government funding and its commitment to Christian values. Max highlights the significance of addressing mental health issues, breaking the stigma within faith communities, and the need for advocacy in adoption. He also discusses creating supportive environments for families and the importance of LFS's mission in embracing vulnerable individuals.
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LFS's Distinct Identity and Independence
- Lutheran Family Service (LFS) clarifies it does not take federal funding unlike a similarly named Nebraska organization.
- This independence allows LFS to fully uphold its LCMS confessional identity without government constraints.
Faith-Integrated Mental Health Care
- LFS's Christian mental health counseling uniquely integrates medical skill with faith and scriptural hope.
- This integration addresses a gap prevalent in secular mental health providers who omit spiritual care.
Promote Regular Mental Health Checks
- Encourage routine mental health checkups instead of waiting for crises to arise.
- Early intervention fosters well-being and prevents severe psychological breakdowns.
