Acknowledgments
All books represent the work and the contribution of many. Some of those who assisted with this volume are named here.
Thanks go first to the people interviewed who informed the process that led to the development of this book. I was greatly assisted and my understanding increased by spending time with those who have shared with me. Comprehension for many of those who contributed was enhanced by the generosity of interviewees, and we, the authors, hope it will be so for the reader as well. Thanks much to all.
Thanks also to the wonderful group of people who contributed to the book. All who read this book are richer for it.
This book was made possible through the willingness of the three institutions where I have taught to support my research and to give me time to write. Thanks go to the Lutheran Graduate Seminary and Amboniavaratra Theological College, both of Fianarantsoa, Madagascar, and my present institution, Western Theological Seminary, Holland, Michigan.