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.
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Curiosity is a super…
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Pastor Ray Lane shar…
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Pastor Ray Lane shares his remarkable journey of faith and resilience, emphasizing the preciousness of life and the potential of the unborn. Born during the Great Depression and facing an early plan f…
Pastor Ray Lane shar…
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Being a parent of si…
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Reverend Tim Beyer j…
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The Christmas season…
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In this conversation…
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Malcolm Hunter, an a…
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In this inspiring ep…
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Join us for an insig…
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In this inspiring ep…
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In this conversation…
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John Labman shares h…
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Dr. Daisy Khan, an i…
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In this heartfelt ep…
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Richard Ramos joins …
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By Corinne Hammond Creating a lasting legacy is about making thoughtful choices that positively impact both loved ones and the world around you. By embedding purpose into actions, you build a foundati…
By Corinne Hammond C…
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