DAREN CLEMENTS

Richardson, Texas | International Students, Inc.

MEET DAREN

For more than 20 years, Daren Clements has served faithfully in ministry, with the last decade dedicated to reaching international students at the University of Texas at Dallas through International Students, Inc. (ISI). Having lived overseas in China, Daren understands firsthand the challenges of adjusting to life in a new culture and carries a deep compassion for international students navigating that same journey. He and his wife Jennifer have been married for 30 years and are parents to three children—Jude, Lucy, and Will. Daren’s heart is to see students not only welcomed and supported but also introduced to the love and hope of Christ. 

ALL ABOUT DAREN'S MISSION

Through ISI, Daren partners with local churches and volunteers to share Christ’s love with students from around the world, equipping them for future Kingdom impact in their home countries and beyond. 

Campus Ministry at UTD 

  • Serve international students through relational outreach, discipleship, and cultural support. 
  • Develop programming in partnership with the university that fosters connection and care for students far from home. 

Cross-Cultural Experience 

  • Draw on years of overseas service in China to empathize with the challenges of adjusting to a new culture. 
  • Provide intercultural training and practical support that eases transitions and builds trust. 

Equipping & Sending 

  • Disciple international students who come to faith, equipping them for lifelong service in God’s Kingdom. 
  • Work alongside churches to prepare students to return home as witnesses of Christ to their own communities. 

WAYS TO PRAY

  • Pray for Daren and Jennifer to be strengthened and encouraged as they balance ministry and family life. 
  • Pray for international students at UTD to encounter Christ through the care and hospitality of ISI staff and volunteers. 
  • Pray for more local believers to partner with ISI in welcoming and discipling students. 
  • Pray that students discipled here would return to their home countries as bold ambassadors for Christ.