Rev. Chris Hester

Senior Pastor

Chris and his wife, Melissa, both grew up in the North Hall area and have one daughter, Lily. After spending nearly two decades in the restaurant industry, Chris responded to God’s call to vocational ministry. Chris received his bachelor’s from Luther Rice College and his MDiv from Emory’s Candler School of Theology. He is serving Trinity UMC in his first full-time appointment as a Provisional Elder in the North GA Annual Conference. Melissa is a kindergarten teacher and Lily is a student at Lakeview. Chris’ passions include teaching and leading others in a growing relationship in Jesus Christ. Chris enjoys watching movies with the family and cheering on the Braves and the Falcons.