Lutheran Services in Iowa

02/05/2026

We’re proud to celebrate Vinh Nguyen, Workforce and Education Program Manager at Lutheran Services in Iowa (LSI) and mentor for the 2026 Community Connect cohort at Lead DSM. Vinh’s leadership, insight, and commitment to community are helping shape the next generation of leaders in Greater Des Moines. 💙👏

02/03/2026

Don’t forget—registration is open for Lutheran Day on the Hill!

Join us at the Capitol on February 26 to raise your voice, share your story, and advocate for issues that matter. Connect with fellow advocates, meet with lawmakers, and help make a real impact.

👉 Register here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/aytp9g4

02/02/2026

Thanks to the United Way of Spencer for their generous support to ensure that therapy services remain affordable and accessible to individuals and families in Clay County.

02/02/2026

February is Black History Month—a time to honor the achievements, leadership, and lasting impact of Black Americans throughout U.S. history. We celebrate the stories, voices, and contributions that continue to shape our nation.💚❤️💛

01/30/2026

New Episode: The Clinical Moment 💙

What if habits aren’t about fixing yourself, but about understanding yourself?

In our latest episode, we’re joined by Joe, an LSI therapist, for a thoughtful conversation on habits, values, and identity. We slow things down and explore how habits can reflect what we value, how we cope, and who we’re becoming, without the pressure to constantly produce or do more.

Topics include:
• Habits as expressions of values
• Identity-based change and who you are becoming, not just what you are doing
• Sitting with discomfort instead of avoiding it
• Small shifts that create meaningful change
• Why habits should serve you, not define your worth

If you’ve ever felt stuck, burned out, or overwhelmed by self-improvement culture, this episode is for you.

Listen here:

Website: https://theclinicalmoment.alitu.com/episode/2bfcea7d-aac8-47ed-ba5f-177a5a93775d

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-clinical-moment/id1869365874

In this episode of The Clinical Moment, the hosts are joined by Joe (LSI therapist, Des Moines) for a grounded, values-centered conversation about habits and self-care. Rather than framing habits as “fixing yourself” or becoming more productive, the discussion reframes habits as signals of what ...

01/29/2026

Join a relaxed, welcoming space for parents of babies to connect with each other, share experiences and learn about local resources. Babies are welcome - feeding, crying, and moving are all okay.

📍1308 South Cleveland Street Sioux City, IA
⏱ Thursday, February 5 12:30-1:30pm
💬 FREE | Drop-In | No Pressure

01/28/2026

LSI thanks the Pauline Barrett Foundation for their generous support of Early Childhood Services in Black Hawk County. These services provide education and parenting support to ensure families have the tools they need to raise safe and healthy children. 💙

01/27/2026

We are proud to celebrate our President & CEO, Renee Hardman, as the first-ever recipient of the Inaugural MLK Catalyst Award, from the City of West Des Moines which honors leaders whose vision sparks progress, challenges the status quo, and opens doors for others through innovation, service, and inclusive leadership.

Renee’s eight years of historic leadership as a West Des Moines Councilwoman and her dedication to the community, especially through initiatives like the MLK Day celebrations, have left a lasting impact. Her work continues to inspire progress, inclusion, and growth across our city and organization.

01/26/2026

Your baby’s first year comes with so many changes — and questions. 💛
Join us for Baby’s 1st Year Milestones to learn what to expect, how to support your baby’s growth, and simple activities for each stage.

📅 Thursday, January 29
⏰ 1:00 PM | 90 minutes
👉 Register today : https://bit.ly/4kp29lr

After you have registered, you will receive the invite for the virtual class with instructions on how to join class from the comfort of your home. Link will be sent to your email the day before class.

01/24/2026

As we step into the new year, we want to take a moment to wrap up 2025 by extending a heartfelt thank you to our end-of-year sponsors who supported us throughout October, November, and December. Your generosity fuels our mission and makes a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve. We couldn’t do this work without you 💙

- Memorial Lutheran Church
- Zion Lutheran Church Des Moines
- Fredsville Evangelical Lutheran Church
- Envision Mental Health
- Robert Half
- The Iowa 80/CAT Scale - Go Iowa Fund
- Allison Everett Pearson Foundation
- Floyd County Community Foundation
- Adolph H. and Rosetta J. Peterson Foundation

01/21/2026

We are grateful to the Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa – Women’s Fund for their support of the Baby Safety Project and Coordinated Intake in Black Hawk County. This funding strengthens services for families and helps advance important work across our organization.