I'm Stuart A. Davis, a veteran journalist, editor, pastor, and community builder who has spent decades bridging media, ministry, and education. From writing press releases and newsletters to leading congregations and mentoring volunteers, I bring a collaborative spirit and a heart for service. Over the years I've worn many hats—newsroom editor, disc jockey, program designer, and editor/writer for scholastic publications—always with a focus on clear communication, practical teaching, and connecting people to meaningful work in the community. Maybe key to this position, I've been told I have an "FM voice."

Stuart A. Davis

I'm Stuart A. Davis, a veteran journalist, editor, pastor, and community builder who has spent decades bridging media, ministry, and education. From writing press releases and newsletters to leading congregations and mentoring volunteers, I bring a collaborative spirit and a heart for service. Over the years I've worn many hats—newsroom editor, disc jockey, program designer, and editor/writer for scholastic publications—always with a focus on clear communication, practical teaching, and connecting people to meaningful work in the community. Maybe key to this position, I've been told I have an "FM voice."

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I’m Stuart A. Davis, a veteran journalist, editor, pastor, and community builder who has spent decades bridging media, ministry, and education. From writing press releases and newsletters to leading congregations and mentoring volunteers, I bring a collaborative spirit and a heart for service.

Over the years I’ve worn many hats—newsroom editor, disc jockey, program designer, and editor/writer for scholastic publications—always with a focus on clear communication, practical teaching, and connecting people to meaningful work in the community.

Maybe key to this position, I’ve been told I have an “FM voice.”

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Pastor at Heartland Shared Ministries
December 1, 2024 - February 1, 2026
Provided pastoral leadership across multiple affiliated congregations; planned and led weekly worship; offered pastoral care and counseling; engaged in community outreach and interfaith/clergy collaboration.
Supply Pastor at Emmanuel UMC & Hamlet UMC
July 1, 2023 - November 1, 2024
Provided pastoral leadership in Culver and Hamlet, IN; filled in for regular pastors and supported local church ministries.
Senior Pastor at First Congregational UCCs, Geneva & Exeter, NE
July 1, 2017 - January 1, 2022
Led congregations, designed worship, provided pastoral care, and facilitated community outreach and teaching.
Senior Pastor at The Hope Parish (Orchard & Page UMCs, Ewing UMC - Presbyterian USA Church)
July 1, 2013 - June 1, 2017
Managed multi-site parish leadership, worship planning, and interfaith/community engagement in northeast Nebraska.
Senior Pastor at Kenesaw-Holstein-Upland UMCs
July 1, 2010 - June 1, 2013
Pastoral leadership, sermon design, and congregation development in south central Nebraska.
Youth Pastor (Part-time) at Grace UMC, Denver, CO
June 1, 2007 - April 1, 2009
Youth ministry leadership, program development, and community outreach.
Associate Pastor (Student) at Woods Chapel UMC, Kansas City, MO
September 1, 2009 - May 1, 2010
Student pastor role supporting ministry activities and programming.
Senior (Student) Pastor at Dawson Bethel & Barada UMCs
July 1, 2004 - July 1, 2006
Student pastor providing leadership and ministry for southeast Nebraska communities.
Sports Editor at The Neligh News
March 1, 2017 - June 1, 2017
Spring 2017 temporary assignment covering high school sports and regional athletics; conducted reporting and publication duties.
Sports Editor at The Willits News
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 1998
Covered local sports, wrote copy, and built sports pages for a semi-weekly paper; managed multiple beats.
Publisher/Managing Editor at NorthGlow magazine
January 1, 1983 - January 1, 1985
Published and edited a monthly Northwestern California newsmagazine; led editorial direction and production.

Education

High School Diploma at Willits High School
January 11, 2030 - May 14, 2026
Bachelor of Arts in English at Humboldt State University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009
Master of Divinity coursework at Saint Paul School of Theology
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2005
Master of Divinity coursework at United Theological Seminary
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2010
MDiv coursework at Eastern Mennonite Seminary
January 1, 2021 - May 14, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Other