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FIELD
Carmen and Don’s appointment with CBInternational (now WorldVenture) in 1969 took them first to Indonesia, where Carmen served as a Bible translator and Bible teacher, and then to the Philippines, where she continued her teaching ministry in local churches of northern Luzon.

Health problems brought Don and Carmen back to the States in 1995. They soon began working with international students at Portland State University and have served with Missions Door since 1997.

Partnering with other Christian organizations at Portland State University through FOCUS (Friends for Overseas Citizens and University Students), Carmen continues ministry among international students. Her husband Don retired at the end of the year 2000.

Her experience with people of many languages, religions and cultures has prepared her well for introducing foreign students to Christ in appropriate contexts, and then nurturing them in the faith. She also directs the English-language program for FOCUS and mentors interns.

In addition, Carmen is faculty at WorldLink Graduate Center, part of the International Institute for Christian Communication in Portland, OR. She is writing online courses and mentoring graduate students in third-world countries for a degree in Foundations of Intercultural Leadership. 

FAITH
Born in California, Carmen has known the Lord since early childhood. Before she was 10 years old, she was drawn toward missions and Bible translation in particular when missionaries visited her church.

God confirmed the call in ensuing years, and with missions in mind she graduated from Pacific University in Forest Grove, Oregon.

FAMILY
Carmen and Don were married in 1963. They have three children and seven grandchildren.

EDUCATION
B.A. in Spanish from Pacific University, Forest Grove, OR
M.A. and Th.M. from Western Seminary