Durwin and Angel Gray on Being Called to a Place and Community, Navigating Imposter Syndrome, and Parenting as the Primary Avenue of Discipleship

The Pastorate Podcast

Staying rooted in one place for 25 years of ministry is no small thing. For Angel and Durwin Gray, it’s been a journey of joy, faithfulness, and learning to trust God in every season. But how do pastors remain grounded through doubt, imposter syndrome, and the delicate balance of ministry and family?

Angel and Durwin serve as co-lead pastors at Hillside Church and have been faithfully shepherding their community for over two decades. In this heartfelt conversation, they sit down with Jason Ballard to reflect on calling, longevity, and the sacred invitation to disciple their own children while leading a church. Their story is filled with wisdom, honesty, and a contagious joy that reflects the hope of Christ in tangible ways.

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

• The beauty and cost of staying rooted in one community for 25 years

• How they’ve wrestled with doubt and imposter syndrome while pastoring

• Why parenting has become their most significant expression of discipleship

• What it means to live and lead with joy, authenticity, and hope

Angel and Durwin lead with warmth, sincerity, and a deep love for people—we hope their story encourages you in your own journey of faith and leadership.

Biography

Durwin and Angel were university sweethearts and have been married now for 31 years. They have two young adult sons, Caleb and Noah, and they help make the Gray household a little on the loud side. The Gray’s are a pretty tight-knit family who tend to love films, road trips, and the band Coldplay. Thirty plus years ago, Angel and Durwin got involved in church planting, and helped plant the church Durwin now pastors, called Hillside Community Church in Coquitlam. Angel runs her own accounting business and has a passion for mentoring, teaching, and prayer.

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