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About Steve Hughes

Steve is an ordinary old(ish) guy with an extraordinary passion for God! He toured internationally for six years as a singer/songwriter, pastored churches for 28 years in Switzerland, Scotland, Northern Ireland, and the US, and more recently served as a regional mobilizer with World Gospel Mission at their international headquarters in Marion, Indiana. Since August 2024 he has lived in the west valley near Phoenix, Arizona serving as a global worker (AKA ‘missionary’) with WGM. He works as a mentor/leader at the recently launched discipleship/missionary residency program, “Discovery Experience” and is actively involved in various ministries among Native Americans on the surrounding reservations. What you'll find on these pages is neither the fruit of some colossal intellect nor the senseless ramblings of a madman. You will find, however, nothing more than a random assortment of occasional thoughts.

Distinguishing Truth: A Christian Perspective on Reality

Remember that classic quote from the 1970’s ad campaign: “Is it real or is it Memorex”? The idea was that the quality of the audio tape was supposedly so good that you couldn’t tell whether you were listening to a … Continue reading

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Steve Hughes Ministry Update #1

Dear Friends, Thank you so much for your interest and partnership with me in the new ministry that God is opening up in the Southwest USA. I am convinced that none of this would be possible without the prayers and … Continue reading

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When the Mobilizer Gets Mobilized

JUNE 19, 2023   |   3 MINUTE READSTEVE HUGHES, MISSIONARY WITH SOUTHWEST MINISTRIES A Harvest Fifty Years in the Making I was traveling with a group of students last year from Ohio Christian University to WGM’s Southwest Ministries. As I spoke with WGM’s missionaries, I discovered that … Continue reading

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Two Crownings – Two Kings

Today was the official coronation day for King Charles III and Queen Camilla. Hundreds of millions of people from every part of the planet experienced the regal pageantry, the spectacular opulence, the pomp and glory of this historic occasion. The … Continue reading

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Commissioned (and sent)

I had a very moving and meaningful day today as I was officially commissioned to serve as a missionary with World Gospel Mission in our Southwest Ministries Field, based in Peoria, Arizona. It’s been an incredible journey and God has … Continue reading

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Give Thanks Always – With a Grateful Heart

Today and every day, give thanks, with a grateful heart! In the midst of the storm when the tempest is raging, give thanks – the Master who calms the troubled seas is by your side. When the future looks bleak, … Continue reading

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My Personal Mission Statement

I was recently asked if I had ever written a personal mission statement. I thought about it for a minute and realized that I hadn’t. I’m not even sure I ever thought about writing one. I’ve helped draft mission statements … Continue reading

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Broken

Broken! Broken people everywhere! Broken lives! Broken dreams! Broken relationships! Broken hearts! The world is full of brokenness: in the workplace, in our families, on social media, in the church…ever since the fateful day in Eden brokenness has been our … Continue reading

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Life in the Real World: “The Secret” that so often eludes

I served 28 years in pastoral ministry – in four different countries.  Although I had never intended to be a ‘pastor’, it was 28 years I wouldn’t trade for anything.  I believe that pastoral ministry is a high and holy … Continue reading

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Long Overdue for a Shout Out!

For some time now I’ve been thinking a lot about the people who have spoken into my life, believed in me, supported me, encouraged me, challenged me, and spurred me on. I have also come to realize, to my shame, … Continue reading

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