Michael Gibson serves as the lead pastor of the Keene Seventh-day Adventist Church in Keene, Texas, where he’s been part of the team since 2018. He holds a BA in Theology from Southwestern Adventist University (’16) and a Master of Divinity from Andrews Theological Seminary (’19).

Michael is passionate about the ministry of presence, walking with people through real life and helping them discover the joy of following Jesus. He believes discipleship is less about a program and more about showing up—learning to love God and love people in the everyday, ordinary moments.

He’s married to Melissa DePaiva Gibson (’16), a nurse with a heart of gold and a sense of humor that keeps him grounded. The Gibsons enjoy the outdoors, long walks in the their neighborhood, and exploring new places—especially those with good food and bad cell service. However, their greatest adventure has been raising their two sons Micah Eden (3) and Mason Adam (1).

In Adventism, the Gibsons have found a faith that shapes their lives through prayer, Sabbath rest, biblical study, and community. Their mission is simple: to help others experience the transforming love of Jesus—and to remind the church that the gospel still changes everything.