Christian Trauma Healing and Leadership Restoration
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Dr. LaTishia J. LaNier-Mckinnie
Dr. LaTishia LaNier-McKinnie is a pastor, leadership strategist, author, educator, and organizational reform advocate dedicated to restoring integrity, healing, and accountability within both ministry and community leadership.
Her educational foundation began at Westminster Choir College, where she pursued studies in Music and Administration. She later completed her B.A. in Ministry, earned a Master’s degree in Christian Counseling, and recently completed her PhD in Christian Organizational Leadership through NorthWestern Christian University.
Dr. McKinnie further developed in worship, leadership, and ministry service under George Searight at Abundant Life Family Worship Church, where she cultivated a deeper foundation in ministry, worship, and spiritual leadership.
She was later ordained and affirmed as an Elder under the mentorship and leadership of Theresa Ayers and Terrill McGill, who further helped shape and strengthen her pastoral and leadership development.
She is currently a committed member of First Baptist Church under the leadership of James McCarroll, where she continues to grow in leadership, spiritual development, and ministry training. Dr. McKinnie was personally invited to participate in a leadership development cohort led by Pastor McCarroll that equips pastors and ministry leaders from across the nation in principles of excellence in Kingdom leadership.
With the blessing and support of church leadership, Dr. McKinnie and her husband have been encouraged to continue the broader ministry and evangelistic work God has entrusted to them beyond the local church setting. Their commitment to remaining teachable, accountable, and spiritually grounded continues to shape both their ministry and leadership approach.
Beyond the church walls, Dr. McKinnie is a sought-after speaker and leadership trainer, known for addressing topics such as spiritual leadership, church accountability, healing from abuse, biblical governance, and transformational leadership. She has mentored worship leaders, music directors, pastors, and emerging leaders across New Jersey and Tennessee, helping leaders build healthy ministry cultures rooted in integrity and spiritual maturity.
She is the creator of Josiah’s Method, a leadership and restoration framework focused on repentance, reconciliation, transparency, and rebuilding trust within faith communities. Her work bridges pastoral care, leadership development, counseling, and organizational strategy to help individuals and ministries heal and grow.
Dr. McKinnie is also the author of Today’s Pastors, Yesterday’s Kings, Generational Curses, No More! and soon to be released Effectual Prayer Preparing theBride "A Manual and Journal for hearing God and avoiding wrong turns. She additionally hosts the The Talk Storm Podcast, a platform devoted to confronting difficult conversations within the Church while promoting healing, restoration, truth, and reconciliation.
At the core of her mission is a passion to help restore the Body of Christ through biblical truth, courageous leadership, compassionate counseling, and transformational discipleship.
Welcome to LaNier-Mckinnie Ministries
The heart beat that Unites nations
At LaNier-Mckinnie Marvelous Legacy Corp, we specialize in christian trauma healing, offering tailored services for ethical leadership and personal restoration. Through our dynamic speaking engagements and restorative programs, we aim to foster spiritual growth and healing. Our mission is to empower leaders and communities to overcome past challenges and build a resilient future. Christian trauma healing is at the core of our commitment to transforming lives and promoting holistic well-being.
Our Mission
"We are on a journey to assist leaders to be a help, to be counsel, and to be a guide to not only become compliant with the state, but to also make certain that you allow yourself to be that beacon of hope for so many people who are lost today."
The church is in a dire state, and we need to undertake the arduous task of rebuilding and re-ordering the kingdom of God, while intentionally separating the wheat from the tares. Our mission is to protect our children and our future, ensuring that we become the change agents in someone’s life by addressing the pain of the past and helping others move forward..
Our Vision
Our vision is to mend the hearts and minds of those wounded by the very leaders they once trusted, while also providing a path for those leaders to be rehabilitated and restored. As a dedicated speaker, abuse counselor, and author, I am committed to guiding individuals, communities, and leaders on a journey from pain to peace and from brokenness to redemption.
This platform serves as a haven for those seeking personalized counseling, educational courses, and restorative programs aimed at fostering ethical leadership and nurturing spiritual well-being. Whether you are in need of one-on-one support, resources for your congregation, or expert guidance for your family, we are here to empower you with the tools and knowledge needed to overcome the scars of the past and build a future filled with hope and resilience.
Our vision is deeply rooted in the profound desire to help others break free from generational curses and usher in a new era of spiritual growth and healing. We believe that leaders, pastors, and members of the body of Christ alike deserve an opportunity for renewal and restoration. This sacred space is where the power of God moves mightily to heal wounds, rebuild trust, and restore both individuals and leaders to their divine calling.
Here, we shatter the chains of the past and make the promise of a brighter future in Christ palpable for all who will listen!
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​My story
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My life stands as a testament to resilience and triumph over adversity, rooted in my unwavering faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. From the very beginning, my existence was met with rejection, as my father resented my mother's pregnancy, considering me an unwanted burden. Even before my birth, my mother, influenced and coerced by my paternal grandmother due to her young age, contemplated terminating the pregnancy. Yet, fate intervened, sparing my life despite the perilous attempts made to end it.
Born prematurely, I faced health complications stemming from the attempted abortion. However, despite these obstacles, my faith in the Lord Jesus Christ infused my life with profound purpose—a purpose that the enemy sought to obstruct by attempting to prevent my birth altogether.
Throughout my upbringing, I witnessed firsthand the relentless abuse my father inflicted upon my mother, and I made it my mission to shield her from harm. With unwavering determination and the guidance of God, I found the strength to protect her and ultimately break free from the cycle of abuse. I was violated from the ages 4 to 12 years old. The same man who violated me (my uncle) also shot my former pastor eight times for violating my young male cousin. This significantly impacted my suffering.
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Through my faith journey, I discovered the power of self-love, and I imparted this wisdom to my three beautiful children, teaching them to protect themselves and recognize the signs of a predator. Despite the trials I faced, I found love and happiness in marriage to the love of my life. God granted me victory over those who sought to harm me, and I learned that there is life beyond the pain, that we can declare an end to generational curses, and that all things work together for our good when we trust in Him. These truths have shaped my journey, guiding me from darkness into the light of hope and redemption.
