Maribel studied and graduated at the University of Hawaii, Leeward Campus and studied at the Berean School of the Bible. She has over 40 years of ministry experience and has served as a pastor's wife, worship team member and leader, and women's ministry leader.

Maribel was born and raised in Waipahu, Hawaii. She's married, have two adult children and lives in the SCV in Southern California. She loves playing the piano, sewing and enjoys road trips with her family.