About David Petts

After pastoring two Pentecostal churches in England (1962-1977) Dr David Petts served as Principal of Mattersey Hall Bible College for 27 years (1977-2004).

Much in demand as an international Bible teacher and preacher, he emphasises the work of the Holy Spirit in the Christian’s life and has been instrumental in leading many into the experience of the Baptism in the Holy Spirit. The author of several books, he conducts seminars and Bible Studies in churches, colleges and universities.

David was Chairman of the Board of Directors of Assemblies of God for over 20 years, and much of his ministry has been within the world-wide Pentecostal Movement. In 2001 was he elected to the Presidium of the Pentecostal World Fellowship and in 2004 he was appointed a life emeritus member of the Presidium of the Pentecostal European Fellowship.

He is married to Eileen who has been a strong support to his ministry for some 40 years. They have three children (who are all actively involved in Christian ministry) and eight grandchildren.

A former Exhibitioner of Brasenose College, Oxford, David’s academic achievements include an MA, an MTh, and a PhD in Theology.