Rev Jo Gibbs

Role at SMBC:

As part of the Centre for Preaching and Pastoral Ministry, Jo lectures in Practical Theology. This role covers practical ministry skills including spiritual formation, pastoral and leadership skills.

Prior to SMBC:

After studying social work at UNSW, Jo worked in community development and social planning in local government. Early in her Christian life she was challenged about the gospel needs around the world, and studied an MDiv at SMBC alongside her husband Mike.

Mike and Jo went on to serve as missionaries in South Asia with CMS for over ten years, working specifically with the Muslim background church. Since their return to Australia, she has served in a diverse range of ministry roles – on church teams at St Paul’s Castle Hill and St John’s Beecroft, and as CEO of a women’s parachurch organisation. Most recently she has been a Senior Consultant with the Reach Australia network and serves on the Board of The Gospel Coalition Australia.

Personal:

Jo is married to Mike and they have two children. In her free time she enjoys op-shopping, writing and drinking tea looking at a gorgeous view.