by Rev. Dr. Keith Haney | Jun 24, 2026 | Leadership
Understanding the Deaconess Ministry Introduction: The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS) Deaconess Ministry is a vital and enriching aspect of church life. It offers unique opportunities for service, spiritual care, and teaching. Deaconesses are professional...
by Rev. Dr. Keith Haney | Jun 17, 2026 | Devotional, Leadership
There are days when the headlines, our personal lives, or the sheer weight of ministry make it look like the enemy is winning. We look around and see a world closing in, and like Elisha’s servant, our default human reaction is panic: ‘Alas, my master! What shall...
by Rev. Dr. Keith Haney | Jun 11, 2026 | Leadership
1. Why Busyness Without Delegation in Leadership Fails Moses wasn’t lazy—he was overwhelmed. People lined up for his attention all day. He was committed and doing God’s work. Yet, Jethro’s assessment is blunt: “This is no way to go about it. You’ll burn out, and the...
by Rev. Dr. Keith Haney | May 28, 2026 | Leadership
In a world that often feels fragmented and divided, the call to unity within the Church has never been more urgent. As followers of Christ, we are called to reflect His love by bringing together people from different backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives. Unity is...
by Rev. Dr. Keith Haney | May 22, 2026 | Leadership, Mission
Churches, like people, have a life cycle. There is often an early season marked by energy, risk, sacrifice, and the drive to build. Then comes maturity, when a church has history, structure, and stability. But many churches now seem to live somewhere between maturity...
