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t is both a pleasure and a privilege to introduce this volume of

essays in honour of John and Bea Carter. I have known the

Carters for about 30 years, and have appreciated their gracious

and forthright approach to both ministry and the Christian life.

Friends and colleagues have contributed to this volume, with

the underlying theme of Christian Education specifically in an

intercultural environment. The first two articles reflect the close

association that the Carters had with the International

Correspondence Institute (now Global University) in the earlier

days of their missionary service. The remaining seven articles

are indicative of the wider influence they have had since their

appointment to Asia Pacific Theological Seminary. The authors

of these articles come from different streams within

Pentecostalism, and from differing ethnic backgrounds. This is a

fitting testimony to the influence that John and Bea have had in

their ministry. They are truly global citizens and have shown an

ability to work not only cross-culturally, but also across the

spectrum of Christian theological education. John's influence in

the development of the Asia Pacific Theological Association

and, in latter years, in the World Association of Pentecostal

Theological Educators, has been both visionary and significant

in encouraging high academic standards in Pentecostal

Education around the world. Bea's constant support,

encouragement and hospitality has facilitated this ministry.

They have been a great team, and will be sadly missed in Asia

and the Pacific, now that they are retiring from the constant

travel that this work has involved. It is my hope that this festschrift, produced in their honour, will be a fitting reminder

of the global influence they have had on Pentecostal Theological

Education, and will inspire others to continue with the work

that they have begun.