Darren Herbold on Embracing Holy Inconvenience, Why Ministry Friendships Are Key & Choosing Faithfulness in All Seasons

The Pastorate Podcast

What does it look like to follow Jesus with a wholehearted yes—through every twist, turn, and transition of life and leadership?

In this episode, Jason sits down with Darren Herbold, President of The Alliance Canada, to unpack the journey of a leader shaped by diverse experiences in pastoral ministry, the business world, and the mission field. Darren shares honestly about what it means to respond to the promptings of the Holy Spirit, cultivate curiosity toward others, and lead at the speed of love.

He reflects on the seasons that have shaped him most—those marked by clarity and those filled with questions—and reminds us that faithfulness in every chapter is where deep formation often happens.

In today’s conversation, you’ll hear about:

• Listening to the Spirit and saying yes in unexpected places

• How curiosity can transform relationships and leadership

• The “speed of love” and why it matters in a fast-paced world

• What it means to remain faithful in seasons that feel hidden, hard, or holy

We hope this conversation encourages you to walk with Jesus with openness, courage, and trust—wherever He may lead.

Biography

Darren has served The Alliance Canada for over 15 years. Darren served as pastoral staff for seven years at Beulah Alliance. In 2014, Darren, and his wife, Naomi, were sent as international workers to Thailand where they served for over eight years. In 2015, Darren and Naomi were appointed as Team Leaders, and then in 2019, as Regional Developers, providing leadership and oversight to the region. Darren Herbold also served on the Board of Directors for the past four years. Darren also has significant experience in the area of entrepreneurial business, founding and directing an international charitable organization, For Freedom International, focused on anti-trafficking, community development, and Gospel multiplication efforts in southeast Asia. In July 2022, The Alliance Canada appointed Rev. Darren Herbold to serve as President of The Alliance Canada.

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Guest Notes

• The Alliance Canada
• For Freedom International

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