Formerly, he was a faculty member at the School of Religion at Loma Linda University. He has pastored churches in Virginia, Pennsylvania, California, Idaho, and Oregon. He is known for his books and video training on small group ministries, and leading retreats and marriage enrichment weekends. His style is greatly appreciated for being deeply spiritual and very practical. Pastor Schilt's goal is to help people experience a Christ-centered life. Using Paul's metaphor, Pastor Schilt focuses on "how to die well" (to self) and center on living life in Christ. Pastor Schilt is married to Dianna, a retired church school teacher. Clarence and Dianna live in Port Orchard, Washington.