“The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly” (John 10:10). | | Lutherans For Life continues to impact today’s culture through our Word of Hope (word-of-hope.org), Volunteer Relations (lutheransforlife.org/volunteer-relations), and Y4Life (y4life.org) ministries. Through these ministry departments, LFL equips people of all ages to share Christ-centered truth, serve as volunteers and church workers, and raise up the next generation to speak boldly for life. You are encouraged to join the Step Up 4 Life: Called to Serve, Equipped to Share campaign by providing a donation to LFL, forming a walking team, or encouraging your congregation to host a life-affirming Bible study and collect a freewill offering to support Lutherans For Life. To donate or learn more, please visit lutheransforlife.org/step-up-4-life-2026. | | |
Redeeming Grace Retreat | Wildwood Hills Ranch | St. Charles, Iowa | October 1 - We invite you to join us for the Redeeming Grace Retreat, which offers a safe, confidential, and Christ-centered space for women to process their abortion experience, find healing, and receive the comfort of God's forgiveness. Through guided sessions, worship, reflection, and supportive community, participants gain renewed hope, restored identity, and tools to continue their healing journey. Thanks to our generous donors, the only attendance cost is $75, and there is travel assistance available.
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“Imitate the action of the tiger; Stiffen the sinews, summon up the blood,” says King Henry V to his troops before battle (William Shakespeare, Henry V, Act 3, Scene 1).
That is what is known as a rallying cry, words that ignite people to act for a common cause or purpose.
Stand Firm For Life. In effect, this is our rallying cry, as we seek to protect and hold sacred human life in all its phases, from fertilization to the grave. We are in a spiritual and cultural battle. Stiffen the sinews; summon up the blood. Take courage! Stand Firm For Life!
But standing firm implies having a solid foundation. How firm is your foundation?
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LifeDate is Lutherans For Life’s quarterly journal of news and commentary offering a biblical Law/Gospel perspective on life issues, such as abortion, post abortion, adoption, end of life, bioethics, creation, family life, worldview and culture, and more.
Our spring 2026 theme: Stand Firm For Life
Great news! The Spring 2026 edition of LifeDate has been published in printed form and was mailed mid-April.
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You may also order by calling Concordia Publishing House at 800.325.3040.
If you have any questions about LFL resources, you are more than welcome to contact Lutherans For Life for more information: 888.364.LIFE (5433) or info@lutheransforlife.org.
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Life Quotes and Life Thoughts in the Church Year help your congregation share the For Life message all year long. You can access Life Quotes or Life Thoughts anytime at the links above.
A Life Quote for Sunday, June 7: “Remember that our Savior was born into a human household … He is our Friend, our Brother, He will help us in our time of need, especially when we seek Him out in God’s Word and fervently in prayer. As you relate to others in your home, ask God’s Holy Spirit to give you wisdom in difficult situations, mercy in abundance when forgiveness is needed, and love to cover all your family’s interactions.” Rev. Dr. Oswald Hoffmann, former speaker of “The Lutheran Hour”
(Three Year Lectionary) A Life Thought in the Church Year for June 7 – 2nd Sunday after Pentecost: Sin is the cause of all our woes in this life. God says so. Does it mean we can pick out particular sins as being the cause of particular woes? Quite often not. But we do know the cure to all our woes: the death of Jesus. His death paid for all our sins. His death gives us eternal life, no matter what sins we carry and no matter what woes we suffer. Jesus is greater than them all, and Jesus has paid the price for them all. So, as St. Peter says, “Repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. For the promise is for you and for your children and for all who are far off, everyone whom the Lord our God calls to himself” (Acts 2:38-39). Repent of your sins and let Him cure all your woes.
(One Year Lectionary) A Life Thought in the Church Year for June 7 – Trinity 1: Our Lord’s plan is not our own plan. This is one of the greatest struggles for every single person born to the human race. We assume that, because we seem to have destiny in our hand, we have the ability to plan every single aspect of our lives, right down to the very time and place we have a child. Abraham was just like us. He had accumulated great wealth and was well respected in the new place God had sent him to. He had everything except a child—and thus no one to whom to pass on his wealth and wisdom. However, God promised him a child! While God does not promise us the same, He does promise us a family built on the blood of Jesus who names us His heirs and gives us His wisdom.
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Request an LFL speaker for your event!
Lutherans For Life will work with you to help meet your needs for a speaker or preacher at a worship service, Bible study, circuit pastors’ forum, rally, conference, convention, public or parochial school, college/university, workshop/seminar, or just about any other event at your congregation.
An LFL speaker will help bring life issue awareness and education to your local Lutheran congregation or church sponsored community event, even in smaller venues and rural areas.
With an LFL speaker, your event will be equipping many others to be “Gospel-motivated voices For Life” in your community.
Not sure where to start? Don’t worry. LFL is pleased to offer consultation with a staff member to assist you with identifying needs and brainstorming solutions for your exciting event. Begin your planning now by contacting Lutherans For Life at info@lutheransforlife.org or 515-382-2077.
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| | Issues, Etc. is a ten-hour weekly syndicated radio talk show and podcast produced by Lutheran Public Radio. The program features expert guests, expansive topics, while extolling Christ and is hosted by Pastor Todd Wilken. Many life issues are discussed from a confessional Lutheran perspective. | | Use the Lutherans For Life app to become a
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Life News - June 2026
Directions is our newsletter for the Frontlines of LFL: Life Chapters, Life Teams, and Life Advocates.
Life News is a free bulletin insert to share with your congregation.
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Verba Vitae is committed to bringing the classical Christian tradition into conversation with life issues now confronting us. Modeling the reasoned logos of the theological tradition, Verba Vitae explores the truth-claims made by thinkers and examines the grounds upon which these assertions are made.
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| | VOLUNTEER RELATIONS is dedicated to serving Life Advocates, Life Teams, Life Chapters, State Federations, pastors, and congregations. They assist them in starting and maintaining a strong, healthy, and vibrant life ministry within their congregations and communities. Our team is here to share ideas, to mentor, and to walk alongside you as a life ministry consultant and partner. | | | | You Can Help Equip Gospel-motivated voices For Life! | |
We really do need your support! To help equip Gospel-motivated voices For Life right now through a secure online gift click DONATE.
You can also send your check to:
Lutherans For Life
1101 5th Street
Nevada, IA 50201-1816
Lutherans For Life is a 501(c)(3) ministry, and contributions are deductible as a charitable donation.
Please keep Lutherans For Life in your prayers.
"I came that they may have life and have it abundantly" (John 10:10).
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Our Mission ...
Equipping Lutherans and their neighbors to be Gospel-motivated voices For Life.
Our Vision ...
Every Lutheran, both individually and in community, upholding the God-given value of human life and influencing society to do the same.
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Lutherans For Life has, since 1979, upheld the value of life affirmed by the resurrected Christ. We educate congregations on life issues with a Gospel perspective, equipping Lutherans and their neighbors to be Gospel-motivated voices For Life.
Lutherans For Life also offers help, healing, and forgiveness for anyone who bears the burden of overwhelming guilt through our 24-hour Word of Hope hotline (888-217-8679). This free service is available to men, women, and youths for information, referrals, and Scripture-based spiritual care to address life issues such as surprise pregnancy, abortion recovery, suicide, doubting salvation, and physician-assisted suicide.
Life Teams, Life Chapters, and Life Advocates are developed in congregations and communities—in collaboration with our volunteer relations team—to affirm life and participate in motivating others For Life through the Gospel.
Lutherans For Life also serves youth through its Y4Life program! Specifically focused on helping high school and college youth become Gospel-motivated voices For Life, Y4Life offers a variety of educational resources, service projects, and interactive, in-person opportunities that teach youth how to uphold the lives of others.
Lutherans For Life offers a wide variety of print and online resources—including our quarterly journal, LifeDate.
| | Lutherans For Life National Office Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. CT, Monday-Friday (subject to staff availability) | | | | |
