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What God has done
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Nicholas Hughes

Eddyville,IA

Summary

Compassionate Senior Pastor recognized for exceptional productivity and effective task management. Proven expertise in pastoral care, community outreach, and impactful sermon delivery. Demonstrates strong leadership and communication skills, fostering deep connections with diverse congregations. Aims to further enhance community engagement and spiritual growth through innovative ministry approaches.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Pastor

First Christian Church of Eddyville
Eddyville, IA
02.2017 - Current
  • Organized weekly worship services, sermons, and other special events.
  • Oversaw all religious ceremonies such as weddings and funerals.
  • Reached out to unchurched, new residents or inactive church members.
  • Conducted special services like baptisms, weddings, and funerals.
  • Led outreach initiatives to reach out to unchurched, inactive or new residents in community.
  • Guided staff and volunteers in administering education, youth, social action, fellowship and pastoral care ministry programs.
  • Offered guidance during difficult times of transition or crisis situations.
  • Optimized church committee functions clarifying goals and delegating tasks.
  • Preached and ministered to members and congregation through multiple avenues of communication.
  • Liaised with church staff and ministry discuss church growth objectives.
  • Met with individuals in hospitals and prisons, offering comfort and support.
  • Assisted in recruiting new volunteers for various ministries within the church.
  • Worked with leadership committee to set annual church master calendar.
  • Oversaw building management, supplies orders and facility repairs.
  • Participated in fundraising to support congregational activities.
  • Visited, counseled, and prayed with church members to provide pastoral care.
  • Provided spiritual guidance and counseling to church members.
  • Collaborated with staff and volunteers to administer pastoral care in times of celebration and grief.
  • Prepared participants for roles in ceremonies, services or events.
  • Guided church into new seasons of ministry through dynamic sermons and meaningful discussions.
  • Brought attention to youth ministry contributions through congregational awareness initiatives.
  • Provided leadership development opportunities for emerging leaders within the church.
  • Coordinated pastoral staff schedules, duties, and responsibilities.
  • Lead team meetings to discuss upcoming projects and events.
  • Assessed needs of congregation by conducting surveys or interviews.
  • Worked with church leaders, staff and ministry teams to achieve growth of church and to foster positive community impact.
  • Planned special ceremonies, services and events in coordination with families and individuals.
  • Facilitated Bible study classes on a weekly basis for youth group members.
  • Created and maintained a budget for all church activities.
  • Carried out church mission by planning and leading worship services, writing sermons and working with church leaders.
  • Demonstrated effective leadership to church, including managing daily operations, developing and administering annual budget and promoting compassionate pastoral care to members and public.
  • Resolved conflict between church members in a professional manner.
  • Responded to crisis situations to offer support, prayer and counseling.
  • Managed all aspects of ministry.
  • Administered communion, baptisms and other religious rites.
  • Instructed and guided individuals converting to new faith.
  • Officiated weddings and led funeral services for church members.
  • Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
  • Completed routine maintenance and repair.

Property Manager

Central Iowa Ventures
Eddyville, IA
05.2010 - Current
  • Issued non-payment notices to delinquent tenants in accordance with lease, county and state regulations.
  • Handled resident complaints and expedited maintenance requests.
  • Oversaw daily operations, maintenance, and administration of various properties.
  • Assisted owners with analyzing complex real estate documents and loan agreements.
  • Managed all maintenance requests from tenants in a timely manner.
  • Developed marketing plans to promote vacant units through various channels such as online listings or print media ads.
  • Developed and maintained strong working relationships with owners and tenants to minimize hassle for both parties.
  • Supervised production of annual rent, operating expense, and real estate tax adjustments.
  • Collected monthly assessments, rental fees, deposits and payments.
  • Advised owners on potential improvements or investments that could increase the value of their properties.
  • Inspected properties regularly to identify deficiencies and schedule repairs.
  • Met with prospective tenants to show property and assess applications or sign leases.
  • Implemented rental payment policies and pursued delinquent accounts via phone calls and personal visits.
  • Developed and implemented effective leasing strategies to maximize occupancy rates.
  • Implemented cost-cutting measures where appropriate in order to reduce overhead costs without compromising quality standards.
  • Exercised direct supervision over property staff.
  • Updated tenant and unit information to keep current in housing database.
  • Processed evictions when necessary in accordance with state laws and procedures.
  • Negotiated leases, rental agreements, and other contractual documents related to property management activities.
  • Solicited and analyzed bids for repairs, renovation and general maintenance.
  • Coordinated with maintenance and contractors to promote timely turnovers after move-outs.
  • Resolved tenant complaints quickly and effectively while ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Responded to tenant maintenance requests according to agreed conditions for building functionality.
  • Ensured that all rent payments were collected on time by following up with delinquent tenants.
  • Managed and oversaw operations, maintenance and administration of properties.
  • Collected rent from tenants to pay maintenance and repair costs and other expenses.
  • Assessed rental applications, conducted background checks, and approved or denied prospective tenants based on established criteria.
  • Managed day-to-day activities involving tenants, subcontractors and property management.
  • Conducted periodic inspections of properties to ensure compliance with safety regulations and tenant requirements.
  • Completed lease applications and verifications, notifying prospects of results.
  • Oversaw and monitored preventative maintenance and energy management inspections and programs.
  • Established policies regarding tenant relations and enforcement of rules and regulations within the properties.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
  • Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
  • Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Conducted routine maintenance.

Youth Pastor

First Christian Church of Eddyville
Eddyville, IA
04.2015 - 12.2023
  • Planned special ceremonies, services and events in coordination with families and individuals.
  • Worked with senior pastors to lead Sunday morning and mid-week worship services.
  • Directed weekly youth meetings, special group events, and overnight excursions.
  • Facilitated small groups focused on discipleship development.
  • Brought attention to youth ministry contributions through congregational awareness initiatives.
  • Developed and implemented weekly worship services for teenagers.
  • Oversaw building management, supplies orders and facility repairs.
  • Led outreach initiatives to reach out to unchurched, inactive or new residents in community.
  • Initiated fundraising campaigns for youth ministry programs.
  • Devised and implemented congregational membership expansion tactics.
  • Reached out to unchurched, new residents or inactive church members.
  • Maintained regular communication with parents of youth members.
  • Prepared participants for roles in ceremonies, services or events.
  • Visited, counseled, and prayed with church members to provide pastoral care.
  • Counseled teens on life issues such as relationships, peer pressure, and self-esteem.
  • Carried out church mission by planning and leading worship services, writing sermons and working with church leaders.
  • Administered communion, baptisms and other religious rites.
  • Partnered with parents and offered insights and resources for guiding youth in preferred directions.
  • Lead youth group meetings with interactive activities and discussions.
  • Created lesson plans for Sunday School classes.
  • Instructed and guided individuals converting to new faith.
  • Managed ministry budget and documented all purchases.
  • Conducted outreach activities in the community.
  • Provided crisis intervention when needed by teens or their families.
  • Worked with church leadership, parents, and volunteers to establish clear goals and guidelines for church youth.
  • Recruited volunteers to help with various church events.
  • Demonstrated effective leadership to church, including managing daily operations, developing and administering annual budget and promoting compassionate pastoral care to members and public.
  • Coordinated summer camps and other recreational activities.
  • Taught Bible study classes to high schoolers.
  • Participated in fundraising to support congregational activities.
  • Provided spiritual guidance and mentorship to youth members.
  • Created an annual budget plan for the youth ministry department.
  • Assisted in coordinating special events such as holiday parties, concerts.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Children's Pastor

First Pentecostal Assembly Of God
Ottumwa, IA
08.2003 - 06.2012
  • Established positive relationships with families by providing support and resources.
  • Created handouts and forms such as for parents.
  • Participated in fundraising to support congregational activities.
  • Managed budgets related to programming costs associated with Children's Ministry.
  • Developed and led evening programming.
  • Developed and implemented age-appropriate curricula for children's ministry programs.
  • Recruited, coached, and supported program volunteers.
  • Cultivated relationships with parents and guardians to ensure their involvement in their child's spiritual development.
  • Collaborated with other departments within the church to create integrated programs tailored towards children's needs.
  • Attended meetings to discuss program direction, finances and other information.
  • Instructed and guided individuals converting to new faith.
  • Reached out to unchurched, new residents or inactive church members.
  • Organized and led weekly Bible study classes for children of all ages.
  • Visited, counseled, and prayed with church members to provide pastoral care.
  • Coordinated special events such as Vacation Bible School, retreats, mission trips, and service projects.
  • Coordinated with pastor to define and advance children's ministry vision and align with overall church vision.
  • Encouraged positive peer interactions among the congregation's young people through games, activities, and service projects.
  • Brought attention to youth ministry contributions through congregational awareness initiatives.
  • Managed budget by reviewing expenses.
  • Arranged and encouraged participation in annual summer camp.
  • Helped Promote, plan and design a children's addition.
  • Promoted outreach efforts within the local community by organizing fundraisers and other special events.
  • Provided pastoral care during times of crisis or transition for families with young children.
  • Interacted with parents and guardians of children participating in services, classes and events to build strong relationships and expand church membership.
  • Gathered classroom supplies and materials.
  • Fostered an environment of Christian growth by leading worship services for children.
  • Planned special ceremonies, services and events in coordination with families and individuals.
  • Facilitated regular meetings between, volunteers, and staff members to discuss children's ministry initiatives.
  • Oversaw annual vacation bible school activities.
  • Assigned responsibilities and tasks to volunteers and staff members.
  • Developed strategies for discipling young believers in order to help them grow spiritually.
  • Created and managed a volunteer team to assist with Sunday school activities.
  • Implemented creative methods of teaching biblical principles that engage students of all ages.
  • Devised strategies to drive program growth, encouraging children to build and strengthen relationships with Jesus.
  • Assisted in recruiting new members into the church youth group through local outreach initiatives.
  • Planned and directed children's church services to share stories with moral and biblical messages.
  • Carried out administrative responsibilities for children's ministry.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.

Education

High School Diploma -

Eddyville Blakesburg
Eddyville, IA
05-1997

The Iowa School of Ministry
Urbandale

Skills

  • Sermon preparation
  • Event coordination
  • Public speaking
  • Volunteer management
  • Community outreach
  • Financial stewardship
  • Sick visitation experience
  • Sick visitation familiarity
  • Church growth strategies
  • Youth ministry
  • Preaching
  • Officiating
  • Organizational leadership
  • Preparing weekly sermons
  • Children's ministry
  • Fundraising expertise
  • Community service
  • Pastoral care
  • Team building
  • Sermon writing
  • Church calendar management
  • Congregational care
  • Pastoral counseling
  • Spiritual leadership
  • Operations management
  • Workflow coordination
  • Staff leadership

What God has done

I grew up in this very Assembly of God church and have been a Christian as long as I can remember. I had never planned of being in the ministry but God has opened door after door and gave us a heart for people that I never thought I would have. I have worked for my parents full time since July of 1997 to current and have done anything from managing a tire shop to working at various plants for maintenance to the last 15 years being a property manager of between 70 to 80 properties.

In 2003 God opened up a door for us to be the Children's Pastor/Coordinator for First Pentecostal Assembly of God in Ottumwa. When we walked through that door we had no idea what God had in store for us. While we were there we lead, organized, and built a Children's program. This included Sunday School, Children's Church, Wednesday night activities, Bible Quiz, Fall Fun Fest, Christmas Programs, Easter Dramas, and much more. In 2012 we felt God it was time to be done and take a break for a while or in my thought for good and just go attend church somewhere but God had other plans. While on our break lol we I ended up of the worship team and we did started doing children's activities there to. Then in 2015 God opened up yet another door that was unexpected. The First Christian Church in Eddyville called us and wanted us to start a youth program in their church even though they only had 10 people. So we prayed about it and felt like God said we were supposed to go and we did. We went to work and with the help of God we started to build a children's and youth/teens program. So, within the first 2 years we organized and plan a complete church remodel the church grew to about 30 and we some kids and some youth. Then the Senior Pastor announced in September of 2014 he would be leaving that December. During the time of looking for a Pastor they had no luck and I felt like God said you need to apply as to which I ignored for about a month. But then I finally said ok God whatever you a have and in February of 2015 we became the Senior/Youth Pastor of the First Christian Church. We continued in striving to build the church and God's kingdom to the point that we ran out of room. So, in fall of 2022 we expanded our Sanctuary and build a multipurpose room to plan for the future growth of the church. So, as of this year the church is  running roughly 80 to 100 on Sundays and 60 to 90 kids on Wednesday nights. 

I explain all of this so you can see the growth that God has done in us and the amount of doors he has opened because none of that would of been possible without Christ at the center of it. We love God and feel he has calling us to full time ministry. He has laid this church on our heart heavily and with much prayer and consideration we feel he has told us to apply for the Senior Pastor position.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Senior Pastor

First Christian Church of Eddyville
02.2017 - Current

Youth Pastor

First Christian Church of Eddyville
04.2015 - 12.2023

Property Manager

Central Iowa Ventures
05.2010 - Current

Children's Pastor

First Pentecostal Assembly Of God
08.2003 - 06.2012

High School Diploma -

Eddyville Blakesburg

The Iowa School of Ministry

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