Paul Bowman

I've thoroughly enjoyed the learning experience and especially the fellowship with staff and fellow students at IBI, that was one of the things I've valued most from the module teaching weeks.  It really is quite a wonderful and grace centred environment that you all have nurtured.  Not only were those times in class inspiring, challenging and rewarding they were also deeply enriching and encouraging and something I looked forward to immensely.  

I found the research process to be deeply rewarding and working on my project was one of the most rewarding endeavours I've ever undertaken.  I learned so much and I also feel like it is something that is of benefit to others and I've already had some opportunities to share something of my research and learning.  Again, I would like to express my thanks to you and Alan for your support and encouragement throughout this aspect of the course.  

Studying with IBI has been one of the highlights of my life and ministry.  I know I'm a better leader and a better disciple because of it... all is grace!  

I know it won't be the end of my learning journey, if we can get this health situation resolved perhaps there may be further study in the future and I have a little dream percolating to take the insights and learning from my research and perhaps write a book or a resource that could be of benefit to leaders.

It has been an honour to be a student at IBI, and my heart is filled with thankfulness for all I have learned and experienced.