David M. Beckmann

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David M. Beckmann is an American pastor and economist. He was the president of Bread for the World from 1991 to 2020.

Early life and education

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Beckmann was born in Nebraska. He received a BA from Yale University. After graduating, he studied religion in rural Ghana. In 1974, he earned a Master of Divinity from Christ Seminary and in 1975, a Master of Science degree in Economics from the London School of Economics.[1]

Career

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In September 1991, Beckmann succeeded Arthur Simon as president of Bread for the World.[2] He retired from the position in 2020.[3]

Beckmann is currently the Coordinator of the Circle of Protection.[4]

Awards and honors

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Beckmann was awarded the 2010 World Food Prize for his work as president of Bread for the World.[1][5]

Books

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  • Eden Revival: Spiritual Churches in Ghana (1974)[6][7]
  • The Overseas List (1979, Revised and Expanded Edition 1985)[8]
  • with R. Agarwala, S. Burmester, and I. Serageldin Friday Morning Reflections at the World Bank: Essays on Values and Development (1991)[9]
  • Grace at the Table: Ending Hunger in God's World (1999)[10]
  • Exodus from Hunger: We Are Called to Change the Politics of Hunger (2010)[11][12]

References

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