Not long before beginning the program I had already been asked to deliver a couple of sermons to our congregation. These had been prepared by a couple of our pulpit supply preachers who were unable to attend the service at the last moment. I was then asked to go solo on one occasion. So it was very timely to be able to begin the CGPI program last June, since there was much more I felt I needed to know about preaching.
From the start I realized how helpful this program will be. The instructors at Alma were excellent and inspiring. The textbooks, even the more academic ones, (e.g. the one by Alcantara), have been very helpful and thought provoking. I've also gotten a lot out of the small group cohort meetings and the videos. It's encouraging to be among peers who are experiencing the same kind of learning and challenges that I am. I appreciate the thoroughness and organization of the material, as well as the support I've received from program leaders.
I look forward to my involvement with the CGPI program in the New Year.
Comments