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Clayton grew up in a Christian home in the northwest suburbs of Chicago. He has known Christ from a young age and was regularly taught God’s Word throughout his childhood. He experienced significant growth in his faith while at Marquette University where he learned more about his salvation by God’s grace alone. He is now an engineering program manager at Northrop Grumman, leading a large engineering team in research and development. He has a master’s degree in engineering management and a bachelor’s degree in biomedical engineering.

Clayton and Kari grew up together, dated throughout high school and college, and got married in 2017. Once married, they started attending The Orchard Itasca and quickly became members. Clayton has been a LIFE Group Leader for the last seven years, has served as the Welcome Team Leader, served in Awana, held the role of Deacon, and leads the Men’s Ministry. Kari has also served with Awana as a Group Leader, served on the Welcome Team, was the Children’s Ministry Coordinator for two years, and now serves in Orchard Kids. Clayton, Kari, and their sons, Judah, and Shepherd, are deeply committed to attending The Orchard Itasca and doing life with their church family, building each other up in love.

Clayton enjoys leading his family to glorify God and to love His Word. He seeks to use his gifts of leadership to serve and teach others about the Lord.