We offer ministries for every age, opportunities to serve, and resources to help you grow in your walk with Christ. Find the ministry that’s right for you and your family!
Pastor Mike Kessler has faithfully served in ministry for more than 40 years and has been the Senior Pastor of First Baptist Church Gilmer since 2017. A graduate of Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Pastor Mike is passionate about preaching God’s Word with clarity and conviction. Whether you’re seeking biblical teaching, encouragement, or someone to pray with you, he’s always just a phone call away. Alongside his wife, Amy, Pastor Mike is dedicated to serving the people of Gilmer and helping others grow in their relationship with Christ.
Our mission is simple: Engage. Equip. Empower.
We seek to engage people with the life-changing love of Jesus Christ, equip believers through faithful teaching of God’s Word and authentic community, and empower every person to live out their faith by serving others and making disciples. Everything we do is centered on helping people know Christ and make Him known.
