From Nervous Beginnings to Bold Preaching: Gabriel’s Pastor Training Story

It’s been a little while since we’ve given an update on Pastor Training School, but that doesn’t mean things have been quiet. In fact, exciting things are happening — just ask 28-year-old Gabriel Perdomo, who is about to become one of the youngest graduates of the program.

Most of the students at the Pastor Training School are in their forties and fifties, but Gabriel’s path to the school began earlier. His father, a local pastor and former student of the program, encouraged him to enroll. Gabriel trusted his dad’s advice and has found his time there to be, in his words, “a great experience.” He even got married during his first year, and his wife is just as thankful for the opportunities the school has opened for him.

Growing up as a pastor’s son, Gabriel has listened to more sermons than he can count. But just a week and a half ago, he delivered his very first one. “I was so nervous,” he admitted, “but God helped me. And my dad was very happy. He always tells me he is very proud of me.”

The training Gabriel has received has equipped him to study the Bible deeply, structure a sermon clearly, and present it in a way that people can understand. He works with the youth at his father’s church, and some of them were in the congregation to hear his very first sermon. For Gabriel, it was a milestone moment — not just in his education, but in his ministry.

Unlike some students who travel many hours to attend class, Gabriel lives only five minutes away from the institute. That proximity has made it easier for him to invest deeply in his studies — and in October, as a graduate, he’ll carry that training with him into a lifetime of ministry.

Gabriel’s story is a reminder of why Pastor Training School exists: to equip men and women of all ages to serve their communities, their churches, and the Kingdom of God with confidence and clarity. Whether it’s a nervous first sermon or decades of experience, every graduate carries forward the same mission — to faithfully share God’s Word and shepherd His people.

Please keep Gabriel and all of the students and instructors in your prayers. 

 - posted by Christi

ps - Some of you may recognize Gabriel, as he is a member of the Sowers4Pastors staff!