Dr. Michael Lewis
Lead Pastor
Michael has the joy of serving as Lead Pastor of SALT Church, where he began in 2022. He loves helping people know Jesus personally and walk with Him daily. His heart is simple—to see people love God deeply, love people genuinely, and live on mission right where they are.
Michael and his wife, Liliana, a native of Mexico City, love doing life and ministry together. They have three daughters—Charity, Faith, and Hope—and three grandchildren who bring them great joy. For Michael, some of the best moments in life happen around the table with family and friends.
Originally from Savannah, Georgia, Michael began pastoring at the age of 21 and has served churches across the Southeast and Texas. He studied at Columbia International University and Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, and received a doctorate from Liberty University.
Along the way, God has also given him a passion to care for pastors and ministry leaders. He previously served with the North American Mission Board, supporting thousands of pastors and their families, and continues that work today through mentoring and marriage retreats with Liliana.
At his core, Michael is a shepherd. He desires to walk with people through real life and point them to the hope, healing, and purpose found in Jesus.
Michael and his wife, Liliana, a native of Mexico City, love doing life and ministry together. They have three daughters—Charity, Faith, and Hope—and three grandchildren who bring them great joy. For Michael, some of the best moments in life happen around the table with family and friends.
Originally from Savannah, Georgia, Michael began pastoring at the age of 21 and has served churches across the Southeast and Texas. He studied at Columbia International University and Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, and received a doctorate from Liberty University.
Along the way, God has also given him a passion to care for pastors and ministry leaders. He previously served with the North American Mission Board, supporting thousands of pastors and their families, and continues that work today through mentoring and marriage retreats with Liliana.
At his core, Michael is a shepherd. He desires to walk with people through real life and point them to the hope, healing, and purpose found in Jesus.
Joshua Price
Gather & Worship Pastor
Joshua and his family joined the SALT Church staff family in Summer of 2024. Before joining the SALT Church family, Josh served as a worship pastor in Alabama and has years of ministry experience, as well as a heart for worship and a passion for leading others in praise. Josh and his wife Deanna are Sarasota natives, and together with their daughter, Elzie, they enjoy spending family time on the water. In addition to leading worship, Josh is also a talented songwriter, creating music that inspires and uplifts the congregation.