Chris Hammond serves as our Pastoral Associate, focusing on adult discipleship and formation along with pastoral care systems. In 2026, Chris concluded 27 years of federal government service. He is a minister member in good standing with the East Central Presbytery of the Covenant Order of Evangelical Presbyterians (ECO) and has begun pursuing ordination in the Anglican Church in North America. He is also a certified professional leadership and executive coach. He holds a B.A. in English from the University of California, Berkeley, an M.A. in English from Emory University, and a Master of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary. The Lord has blessed Chris and his family through the ministry of Truro over the years, especially through Truro Preschool and Kindergarten. Chris and Elizabeth have two children, James and Claire.