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End of Life Resources

Physician Assisted Suicide

There is a fundamental, cultural misunderstanding of what makes people valuable. We are told that when our ability to work ceases, our worth ceases. This affects the most vulnerable in our communities, especially those facing terminal illnesses. The “Physician Assisted Suicide” infographic explains what physician-assisted suicide is and why we, as life-affirming people, need to take action to prevent it. PDF and physical print options available below.

Eldercare Poster

Eldercare serves and supports older adults by means of in-home assistance or facility care with the goal of maintaining their independence and comfort. This poster discusses why eldercare is important, and gives practical ways for the church and individuals alike to serve the older adults around them. PDF and physical print options available below.

Going Gracefully – Booklet – Download PDF

Rev. Michael W. Salemink presents a better end-of-life approach than assisted suicide. Rev. Salemink looks at the issues of autonomy, pain, quality of life, and death with dignity (“What it is,” “Why it’s bad,” and “What is better”). Also included are “Eight Things You Should Know About Assisted Suicide” and “Sixteen Things You Can Do About Assisted Suicide.”

Going Gracefully – Brochure – Download PDF

In this shortened brochure, Rev. Michael W. Salemink presents a better end-of-life approach than assisted suicide. Rev. Salemink looks at the issues of autonomy, pain, quality of life, and death with dignity (“What it is,” “Why it’s bad,” and “What is better”). Also included are “Eight Things You Should Know About Assisted Suicide” and “Sixteen Things You Can Do About Assisted Suicide.”

Speaker: Ben Parviz

Topic: Physician Assisted Suicide

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"Because God made us in his image, our lives have value." - Lions For Life Team Member
"We discussed a wide variety of topics that were applicable to our lives, and it was very engaging!" - Y4Life in Washington, D.C.
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"The icebreakers games were great, but my favorite session was probably when we planned out activities in a structured and meaningful way." - Y4Life High School Leadership Retreat
"Thank YOU for teaching us a little bit more about the different ways that we can value life in all situations and love on the people of God's creation! We will continue to look for ways to spread awareness about various methods of supporting the sanctity and value of ALL life!!" - CUC4Life Student Leader
"Thank you again for all of your help in starting our Y4Life at Lutheran High School! As a senior, I wish I could be there next year as the program really kicks off, but I’m also incredibly proud of my school for starting this mission." - Saints 4 Life Team Member
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Answering THE question of our generation ... Why should I be For Life?

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Come dig through the archives with the Y4Life Team Come dig through the archives with the Y4Life Team as they uncover an episode hosted by former Y4Life Director, Michelle Bauman. Joining Michelle, all the way from Puerto Rico, are Rev. James and Deaconess Christel Neuendorf. They discuss the various ways that missionaries uphold the lives of the local people through acts of service and mercy.⁠
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Come dig through the archives with the Y4Life Team Come dig through the archives with the Y4Life Team as they uncover an episode hosted by former Y4Life Director, Michelle Bauman. Joining Michelle, all the way from Puerto Rico, are Rev. James and Deaconess Christel Neuendorf. They discuss the various ways that missionaries uphold the lives of the local people through acts of service and mercy.⁠
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God calls us to pray for our government leaders. F God calls us to pray for our government leaders. Following election season, we remember the Legislative Branch of the United States in our prayers.
As election results are finalized and announced, j As election results are finalized and announced, join us in praying for all state and local elected officials.
We invite you to devote with us! Each week, the Y4 We invite you to devote with us! Each week, the Y4Life Team has devotions together, and we want YOU to join us! This week, we are reading Proverbs 13 and 1 Corinthians 6. Drop a comment below with anything that sticks out to you from either passage or from the footnotes of your Bible. On the second slide, you will find a prayer that you can use to close your time in devotion before you go about the rest of your day.
Join us today as we pray over all voters throughou Join us today as we pray over all voters throughout the United States.
Don't Forget! Registration is open for the FREE Y4 Don't Forget! Registration is open for the FREE Y4Life in Washington, D.C. conference! We are so excited for you to join us January 21-23, 2027! Meet other life leaders from across the nation at this mountaintop event! Not only will participants learn more about life issues and take part in the March, but by registering through Lutherans For Life, leaders also receive a discount on hotel rooms and guided opportunities at the March. Questions? Email Cori Meier at cori@y4life.org.⁠
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Registration closes December 15th, or when registration capacity is full!⁠
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On this All Saints’ Day, we celebrate the lives of On this All Saints’ Day, we celebrate the lives of the faithful who have departed from this earth. We give thanks that they knew God the Father’s deep love for them, love so great that He even gave His own Son as a sacrifice to pay for the sins of all people. This is also the message we get to share with the world, so that they too may know the love of God.
On this All Saints' Day, we celebrate the lives of On this All Saints' Day, we celebrate the lives of the faithful who have departed from this earth. We give thanks that they knew God the Father’s deep love for them, love so great that He even gave His own Son as a sacrifice to pay for the sins of all people. This is also the message we get to share with the world, so that they too may know the love of God.
God cares for us through our relationships with ot God cares for us through our relationships with others. He wears the mask of a friend when we are in need of comfort, the mask of a teacher when we need help with homework, and the mask of a pastor when He delivers His Word and Sacrament to us. However, sin often isolates us from others. The devil uses this isolation to make us feel alone and unloved. But these thoughts are lies. When we are with others, particularly the people of God, we hear the truth: we are loved by God. We can be certain of this because He created, redeemed, and called us to faith. We are His. This truth is far more powerful than the lies of isolation
God cares for us through our relationships with ot God cares for us through our relationships with others. He wears the mask of a friend when we are in need of comfort, the mask of a teacher when we need help with homework, and the mask of a pastor when He delivers His Word and Sacrament to us. However, sin often isolates us from others. The devil uses this isolation to make us feel alone and unloved. But these thoughts are lies. When we are with others, particularly the people of God, we hear the truth: we are loved by God. We can be certain of this because He created, redeemed, and called us to faith. We are His. This truth is far more powerful than the lies of isolation.
As we move through Church Worker Appreciation Mont As we move through Church Worker Appreciation Month, today we thank God for all Directors of Church Ministry (DCM) who not only work to support the faith journey of a church's parishioners but also support the leadership of the congregation. DCMs have a unique position where they get to serve and support God's people and the servants of God in all that they do, through each trial and tribulation. Please pray for God's blessing on the work of all DCMs, that their work would continue to uphold the lives of all God's people in the church.
Life Week 2027 is three months away! We have amazi Life Week 2027 is three months away! We have amazing speakers lined up this year, and they are excited to share their topical and Gospel-motivated message with each of you! Our speakers' presentations for Sunday through Wednesday will be pre-recorded and posted on the Lutherans For Life and Y4Life YouTube channels. Thursday through Saturday, youth and young adults are invited to join us LIVE in Washington, D.C. for Y4Life and YA For Life in Washington, D.C.! These sessions will be available on the Y4Life and Lutherans For Life YouTube channels in the weeks following the event.⁠
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As we move through Church Worker Appreciation Mont As we move through Church Worker Appreciation Month, today we thank God for all Directors of Family Life Ministry (DFLM) who have the wonderful job of upholding God's gift of family. Family is a gift from God and is a place of comfort and support for each of its members. Unfortunately, families are often attacked by the devil, which is where the work of a DFLM is most important, as they walk alongside families and give them resources they can use to overcome difficulties in faith. Please pray that God would continue to use DFLMs to uphold the gift of families throughout His church!
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