ABAM holds Cross Cultural Missionary Training Prog

DIMAPUR: Ao Baptist Arogo Mungdang (ABAM) concluded its first ever Cross Cultural Missionary Training Programme at Impur on October 2, 2026. The programme was organised in partnership with Gateway Seminary, United States, and Impur Bible Seminary, with the aim of equipping participants for effective Christian mission and ministry across diverse cultural contexts.
The training, conducted from August 13 to October 2, saw 15 participants undergo nearly two months of intensive sessions. As part of the programme, they also undertook 10 days of practical mission exposure in Kathmandu, Nepal, and Kolkata, West Bengal, experiencing ministry in varied cultural settings.
At the commencement programme held at Covenant Hall, Impur, participants shared their learning experiences and reflections. Rev. Talijungla, vice president of ABAM, delivered the ministerial exhortation, urging them to remain faithful to Christ’s call and to approach cross cultural mission with humility, commitment and cultural sensitivity, while going forth with confidence in Christ given authority to witness and proclaim the Gospel.
Rev. Dr. Yapang Mollier, secretary, Church and Mission, ABAM, in his speech of gratitude, highlighted ABAM’s long involvement in mission since 1897. He noted that the successful initiation of the training programme was a collective effort of ABAM staff and expressed appreciation to all who contributed.
Dr. Mollier particularly acknowledged Missionary Lipokwati Lemtur, who played a pivotal role in coordinating and implementing the programme. He lauded Lemtur’s leadership in bringing together institutional partnerships, training components and practical mission exposure, describing his efforts as instrumental in making the initiative a reality.
At the conclusion, Rev. Temsü Jamir, executive secretary of ABAM, presented Certificates of Course Completion to all 15 participants in recognition of their successful participation.
The completion of the cross cultural missionary training marks a significant step in ABAM’s continuing efforts to strengthen missionary formation and prepare individuals for meaningful Christian witness and service across cultural boundaries.