On September 13, 2015, Mike Baskett and his family joined the family at OpenDoor to serve as the congregation’s minister.

Mike was born in Abilene, Texas in 1962 to parents who were serving in the U.S. Air Force.  After living in Montana and Florida, his dad retired and moved back to Abilene in 1972.  It was in Abilene that their entire family was introduced to the saving grace of our Lord Jesus and all began a new walk with Him!

Mike was called into ministry his sophomore year at ACU and answered the call his junior year (he was a bit slow). While working on his degree in Ministry and Evangelism, Mike ministered at two local churches.  He also spent a year as a missionary intern in Skelmersdale, England.  Mike loves the mission field and have been to many, many countries over the past 40 years.

Mike’s wife, Karen, is an amazing lady!  She is his sweetheart, his right hand, his sister in the Lord, and his best friend!  She is one of the most talented and gifted people he knows.

Karen and Mike have served three congregations in our 21 years together, each one has been a unique and special blessing! They have three incredible children, Hunter, Colby, and Curry, and three grandchildren.  They have a dog named Granger, two cats, and a gold fish.  Mike consider myself one of the most blessed individuals in this world!  But he will tell you… “I’m REALLY looking forward to the world to come. What a hope we have in Jesus!”