Starting with a leap of faith to answer God’s call to become missionaries.  In July 2017, we attended a candidate seminar, giving us the preparation needed before heading to the field (The Gambia).  The process is a dual track of meeting both the support raising and training goals set by ABWE. ABWE required courses including Methods of Bible Study, Old Testament Survey, New Testament Survey, and Basic Missional Theology. Specific missionary and field training also included Essential Mission Components and a Field Preparation Seminar, both of which equipt us to transition to the mission field, helped us adjust to living in another culture, and come alongside the existing ABWE field team.  The ABWE training program sets them apart as a mission board, which has become invaluable while we serve in The Gambia.  Their goal is to equip missionaries with the knowledge and skills they will need to effectively minister to the people God has called them to reach.