About Us
Our mission is to raise dollars for Lutheran ministries by growing God’s joyful managers.
It’s all about relationships
Ministry takes place in the context of relationships. Whether your ministry needs planning, a funding initiative, or good, solid stewardship education, we’ll develop a solution. That solution will focus on relationships: the first with God, the second with brothers and sisters of the faith.
The Team
Cornerstone is a team of dedicated disciples who love their Lord Jesus. We consider it a privilege to serve God’s kingdom by challenging his people to grow in the grace of giving. We strive to bring honor to Jesus while giving thanks to him for all things. We are highly approachable and resourceful—always ready to serve!
For over two decades we have partnered with hundreds of Lutheran churches and schools, assisting them with guidance and direction in creating opportunities for joyful giving. All of our consultants are trained in the Lutheran church and have vast experience in ministry. Let us help you take the next step of investing in generosity efforts, all to God’s glory.
We’re Creative
We value originality and live grace-filled lives to inspire, share and serve.
We’re Collaborative
We believe the whole is greater than any one person. Teams work.
We’re Service-Oriented
We are flexible, adjustable, and listen. Problem solving is our strength.
We Get It
It is not about raising dollars, but the raising of hearts. When hearts are raised, results happen.
Jeffrey Davis
Jeff is President and principal of Cornerstone Stewardship Ministry. He is an eager student of generosity, always striving to learn more so that more can be shared. Jeff is passionate about spreading the message of generosity throughout the church. He has written extensively on the subject. A gifted and proven consultant, Jeff brings over 19 years of active, full-time experience. His wide array of life experiences and an innovative spirit are assets. He loves teaching, which meshes well in serving God’s people. Jeff resides in Lake Mills, Wisconsin, and began Cornerstone in 2002. Contact Jeff at: 920-648-7997 or jeff@joyfulgiving.net
Michael Fuchs
Michael is a seasoned stewardship consultant having owned a consulting business serving Lutheran churches, schools, circuits and districts for over 18 years. He has directed 160 plus campaigns across the country and fully understands the Biblical giving process. Michael is an expert in funding and very detailed oriented. He graduated from Concordia University in Seward, Nebraska in 1970. Michael’s experience also includes serving as the Director of Development for the Texas District of the LC-MS focusing on funding for missions in the state of Texas. Michael lives in Colleyville, Texas. Contact Michael at: 817-368-4438 or Michael@joyfulgiving.net
David Laabs
Dave spent 40 years in serving God’s people as a pastor. His passion for stewardship was formed in the late 1990's during his service as a development director at Evergreen Lutheran High School in Washington. He led his most recent congregation in Kiel, Wisconsin, in a total relocation and building project in 2004, and has been involved in various other capital campaigns with church and high schools. He also served Lutheran congregations in Alaska and Washington. Dave is married to Sharon, a business analyst, and has four grown children and nine grandchildren. You can contact Dave at (920) 901-8833 or dave@joyfulgiving.net.