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Offering Choice and Affordability of Benefits is an Art and a Science
By: Portico Benefit Services
November 16, 2022
A comprehensive benefits package remains one of the greatest tools for attracting and retaining quality employees. Offering a mix of health plan coverage options can help you more effectively meet the needs of employees, and it doesn’t have to cost more.
Read MoreExtravagance of Grace
October 31, 2022
By: Charlotte Haberaecker
October 31 is the 505th anniversary of the Reformation when Martin Luther shared his theological insight that God’s gift of grace in Jesus Christ frees us from being focused on ourselves and opens us to care for others. The foundation of our work is that all people have dignity and worth and that they are valued by God.
Read MoreCelebrate. Recognize. Inspire.
October 19, 2022
By: Charlotte Haberaecker
The Leadership Awards are your opportunity to celebrate, inspire and recognize your own organization as well as your peer Lutheran social ministry organizations throughout the country. Submit your nominations by December 6!
Read MoreI’ve Seen This Movie Before: “The Remake of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion – Old Challenges, New Day”
October 18, 2022
By: Tommie Lewis, Make It Plain Consulting
There are many tough and unanswered questions related to our workforce challenges. For years, consultant Tommie Lewis has helped individuals and organizations uncover their inherent strengths for sustained growth. Together, and during the diversity, equity and inclusion webinar series, we can uncover the inherent strengths of your people, processes and culture with practical and realistic DEI action steps that address immediate and long-term needs.
Read MoreFood Insecurity and Social Determinants of Health
October 5, 2022
By: Charlotte Haberaecker
Eighty percent of a person’s health is influenced by social determinants of health such as access to food, housing, transportation, equitable economic opportunities, and more. Join us on October 7 for a Strength & Service Series webinar to hear about USDA’s work to end hunger, reduce diet-related diseases, and advance health equity.
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