Hey CLC Family,

For years, Christian Life Center has been a place where people encounter Jesus, grow in faith, and discover how God can use their lives. We’ve celebrated baptisms, launched ministries and small groups, served neighbors, reached the world through our school and missionaries, extended our reach culturally and seen God change hearts and communities. We look back with gratitude for all God has done, amazed at His provision and faithfulness. And now, filled with expectation, we move boldly forward—believing He is leading us into even greater impact.
That’s why we’re launching ONWARD — a generosity initiative built out of our CORE discipleship culture — inviting our whole church family to join God in expanding our impact locally, regionally, and globally.
This isn’t just about today’s provision. It’s about stepping forward together — prayerfully committing our lives and our generosity to the next chapter God is writing at CLC.
— Pastoral Leadership, Christian Life Center

Where We've Been

Humble Beginnings

Christian Life Center began on August 14, 1952, as First Assembly of God in Layton, Utah, starting as a small gathering of just eleven people in the home of Bob and Ruth Pfaender. What began as a humble meeting has grown into a vibrant church family with deep roots in our community.

Faithful Leadership

Faithful pastoral leadership in the early years helped the church grow and build a strong foundation. In 1986, Pastor Myke Crowder became Senior Pastor with a vision for growth and discipleship that still shapes the church today.

Growing Influence

Under his leadership, the church expanded its facilities and launched Layton Christian Academy in 1993 to nurture children in faith and academic excellence.

Growing Outreach

As CLC grew, new ministries were launched, including Love My City Project and Iglesia CLC , reaching families across our community. In every season, God has remained faithful, building community and expanding His kingdom.

Where We Are

Reed Richards

Founder & CEO

Today, Christian Life Center is a church committed to loving God, loving people, and serving others. We’re not defined by buildings or programs, but by lives being transformed as people find hope, healing, and purpose in Christ.

Sue Richards

Co-Founder & CFO

Each week, people from across Northern Utah gather to worship and grow together in faith — from seekers to long-time believers, students to young families. Alongside our English services, Iglesia CLC continues to thrive, creating space for Spanish-speaking families to encounter Jesus and build authentic biblical community.

John Storm

Head of Product

Layton Christian Academy has been shaping young lives for over 30 years, equipping students from preschool through 12th grade to pursue excellence while being grounded in biblical truth. Through a strong international program, students from around the world come to Layton for an education and often leave with something even greater — a life changed by the gospel.

Ben Grimm

Token Hipster

Through Love My City, we serve hundreds of families each month, meeting practical needs while creating space for prayer and relationship. We’re deeply rooted in our community, building trust, offering hope, and living out the gospel in tangible ways.

Onward to Layton

and to the ends of the Earth

Sue Richards

Founder & CEO

As we look ahead, CLC embraces both place-based impact and global mission. We are fully committed to Layton — not as a temporary stop, but as a mission field filled with neighbors and families who matter deeply to God.