The Importance of Teaching Stewardship for Spiritual Growth and Mission Advancement
Stewardship is often thought of as just managing Money, but its true meaning goes much farther than that. Teaching stewardship is about discipleship and shaping how believers see everything they have—time, talents, and treasure—as gifts entrusted by God to fulfill His purposes in His Church. This understanding changes hearts, encourages mission, promotes generosity, and deepens spiritual Growth. Understanding why teaching stewardship matters helps churches and communities nurture disciples…
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Rev. Dr. Byrene Haney is a dedicated and experienced pastor with over 31 years of service in multi-ethnic urban congregations. He holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science from Southern University, Baton Rouge, LA, and a Master of Divinity from Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, MO. And a Doctorate of Education from Concordia Univerisity, Irvine, CA. Throughout his career, he has served in various roles, including Senior Pastor at Gospel Lutheran Church in Milwaukee, WI, and Mission Facilitator for the Northern Illinois District of the LCMS.
Currently, Rev. Dr. Haney serves as Assistant to the President in the Iowa District West, where he assists congregations with strategic planning, visioning, outreach, and fostering a culture of generosity and human care. His commitment to connecting faith with community needs and crises has significantly impacted the congregations he serves.
