Pedagogy matters, and Jesus’ use of parables better aligns with a Christian approach to classical education than Socratic Questioning. It also better aligns with Dorothy Sayers’ application of the Trivium.

Rich Cali, an educator of 32 years, has been leading Geneva Classical Academy as headmaster since 2012. The ACCS RTR conference he first attended in 1997 sparked a love for classical, Christian education that has grown into a lifelong mission. Having pursued self-directed learning for decades, he is currently seeking a MA in the Great Books to add to his BA in Communication/Literature. Rich serves as an ordained ruling elder in the PCA. His pride and joy is his family: his wife of 35 years, Debbie; their nine children, ages 31-15; and their seven grandchildren. His favorite hobby is tossing out a controversial statement at the dinner table and smiling quietly while watching his children debate the issue.