CLAIRMONT'S STAFF
Reverend Megan Johnson | Pastor
megan@clairmontpres(dot)org
Pastor Megan has served as Clairmont’s pastor since 2022 and brings many years of ministry experience in the Presbytery of Greater Atlanta. A lover of words, prayer, and Scripture, she is deeply grateful for the ways the church forms faith and calls people into service. She was drawn to Clairmont by its vibrant ministries and its commitment to loving and serving the local community in the name of Jesus.
Elisabeth Lloyd | Office Manager and Director of Children, Youth, and Family Ministries
elisabeth@clairmontpres(dot)org
Elisabeth Lloyd was born and raised in Fort Wayne, IN. After graduating from Purdue Fort Wayne in 2007 with a degree in Organizational Leadership and Supervision, she and her husband Tim moved to Decatur, GA so that he could attend Candler School of Theology. Upon completion of seminary in 2010, Tim and Elisabeth were given the opportunity to birth a new church. Eastside United Methodist Church has kept them busy for 12 years. Elisabeth and her husband have three children ranging from 6 to 11 and an ornery goldendoodle. Lloyd family hobbies include hiking, biking and kayaking.
Jackson Dimmock | Buildings & Grounds Caretaker
jackson@clairmontpres(dot)org
Jackson Dimmock is a proud graduate of Decatur High School and has called Decatur home since 2014. Originally from Malawi, Jackson brings heart, humor, and a helpful spirit to everything he does at Clairmont. As our "Jack-of-all-trades," Jackson serves as Sunday morning sound engineer, caretaker of our interior spaces, and often the first welcoming face you’ll see on campus. One of three full-time staff members, Jackson supports the ministry and mission of Clairmont in countless ways — from behind-the-scenes logistics to front-door hospitality.
Vernon Kimbro | Organist and Choir Director
vernon@clairmontpres(dot)org
Vernon Kimbro is a native of Atlanta, GA. After graduating from Northside High School, an Atlanta Public School, he went on to earn a Bachelor's Degree in Music Education from Georgia State University. He also has a Masters Degree in School Leadership from Troy State University. Vernon has been involved in Church Music all his life. He even started with a Boy Scouts Choir during his teenage years as an Eagle Scout and has directed a number of Church Choirs across denominations in the Atlanta area. He is a twenty-five year Retired Teacher from Fulton County Schools He is happy to be a part of the Clairmont family and hopes to use his gifts to enhance Worship and develop the choir in a like manner as those who preceded him. Vernon's door is always open and enjoys talking to those who would love to come and be a part of the Choir. "Music is Life"!!!
Jorge Lehman-Gonzalez | Youth Ministry Coordinator
jorge@clairmontpres(dot)org
Jorge, a native of Atlanta, is a Georgia State University senior majoring in psychology. When not doing school work, Jorge’s attention is on playing soccer, hanging out with his friends, and cavorting with his dog, Maisie. He also worked three years as a youth intern at North Avenue Presbyterian Church, helping to coordinate the program and chaperone youth activities. With a passion and excitement for music, Jorge and his band play in the Atlanta area and outside of the state.
Duey Neil | Director of Band and Worship Technology
duey@clairmontpres(dot)org
Prior to joining our staff March of 2018, Duey served 9 years as Director of Contemporary Music at Village Presbyterian Church in Rancho Santa Fe, CA. Duey was a Young Life Area Director for 15 years prior to working in church music ministry. His wife Marilyn and he have three grown children and a gaggle of grandchildren- three of which live in the Atlanta area. Duey has degrees from Michigan State University and Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena, CA. In his free time he still gets lost on the highways of the greater Atlanta area- sometimes even on purpose.
Nora Beth Norton | Youth Coordinator
norabeth@clairmontpres(dot)org
Nora Beth Norton is originally from Greenville, South Carolina. She attended the College of Charleston for her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and is currently pursuing her Dual Master of Divinity and Master of Arts in Practical Theology degrees at Columbia Theological Seminary in Decatur, Georgia. Her previous work experience includes music and youth leadership in several denominations as interim music director, youth band director, choral scholar, and volunteer choir and band member. She further has experience as a general church intern, with experience in Christian Education, liturgy, and preaching. In her free time, Nora Beth enjoys playing guitar, singing, coming up with cosplays and games for various fandoms, and hanging out with her cat.
Josh Schicker | Communications Director
josh@clairmontpres(dot)org
Josh was born and raised in rural northern Michigan and has called Atlanta home since 2011. He is a graduate of Hope College and an experienced ministry professional working in a variety of capacities over the past two decades. He loves songwriting and videography as well as spinning records with friends and family. He and his wife, Megan Reader, along with three children, Emmett, Maggie, and Collin live in the Stone Mountain area.
Hallie Sway | Bookkeeper and Benefits Manager
hallie@clairmontpres(dot)org
Hallie is our Financial Secretary. She brings years of experience in bookkeeping and more recently in church finance. Her workweek is divided among three churches. Her favorite thing is spending time with her granddaughter who, with her parents, lives in Denver.
CLAIRMONT'S LEADERS
Click the link here for the current list of Elders and Deacons serving Clairmont Presbyterian Church.