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​Rev. Christopher Mathewson, Transitional Pastor

A native of upstate New York, Pastor Chris is a graduate of Calvin College, Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary and completed post-graduate studies at Harvard Divinity School.  He met his lovely wife Lisa of 13 years while attending seminary.  Lisa is a native of Western, PA and earned a degree from Grove City College before attending Gordon-Conwell. Chris and Lisa have served congregations in Massachusetts, New York and Western, PA.  

The Mathewson family loves to play together.   You will find them hiking, swimming, skiing, riding bikes, fishing or doing anything that allows them to experience God’s good creation.  Additionally, they love to cook and host people in their home.  Chris owns a catering business called Forge that specializes in various forms of traditional BBQ.  They have three children Luke (6) Elizabeth (4) and Abigail (1) and a Black Lab, Tucker.

Pastor Chris will be serving as our transitional pastor.

​Pastor Chris' Contact Information

​Email:     christopher.mathewson@hickoryunitedepc.org


Chris' Office Hours:
 - Monday's; 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
 - Tuesday's; 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
 - Wednesday; Not in the office.
 - Thursday; 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
​ - Friday; Sabbath Rest.
If you would like an appointment with Pastor Chris, please contact the church office and we can set that up for you! office@hickoryunitedepc.org