Reverend Michael B. Price: A Servant of God, A Champion for Justice Called by God and anointed for His divine purpose, Reverend Michael B. Price, I, embodies the essence of servant leadership, prophetic ministry, and community transformation. A pastor, preacher, teacher, and advocate for justice, Rev. Price has committed his life to proclaiming the Gospel, shepherding God’s people, and uplifting the oppressed through the power of God’s Word.

Born and raised in Havana, Florida, Rev. Price was nurtured in a family of faith and prayer warriors who instilled in him the values of hard work, perseverance, and an unwavering trust in the Lord. As the middle child of the late Mr. Lee and Mrs. Mary Lee Price, he experienced firsthand the power of faith and resilience. He recommitted his life to Christ in 1992, and in obedience to the divine call, he embraced his God-given purpose to preach, teach, and pastor in 1993.

Guided by the Holy Spirit, Rev. Price was elected and ordained an Itinerant Elder in the African Methodist Episcopal Church at the Florida Annual Conference in August 1998. Over the past 27 years, he has faithfully led several congregations, including Mt. Olive AME (Miccosukee, FL), Ball Chapel AME (St. Cloud, FL), New Bethel AME (Sanford, FL), Allen Chapel AME (New Smyrna Beach, FL), Victory AME Church (Tampa, FL), and Greater Grant Memorial AME (Jacksonville, FL). He has fostered spiritual growth, community engagement, and an unwavering commitment to justice and equity through pastoral leadership.

Rev. Price is a dynamic and Spirit-led preacher, anointed to proclaim the Gospel with biblical insight and transformative power. As Paul reminds us in Ephesians 4:11-12, God has given some to be apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers to equip the saints for the work of ministry. Rev. Price embodies this divine mandate, using his God-given gifts to empower believers and bring hope to the marginalized. His preaching and teaching are infused with the liberating message of Christ, echoing Jesus’ proclamation in Luke 4:18-19, where He declares His mission to set the oppressed free and proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor.

A true advocate for social justice and a firm believer in the principles of liberation theology, Rev. Price is actively engaged in the fight for equity and righteousness and is also a military veteran (US Army Reserve). Rooted in the biblical tradition of prophetic witness, he follows in the footsteps of Moses, who confronted Pharaoh on behalf of the enslaved Israelites (Exodus 5:1), and the prophets who spoke truth to power. He serves on the front lines of justice initiatives through his leadership in Faith in Florida, and as a former Co-President and Executive Board Member of the Hillsborough Organization for Progress and Equality (HOPE). His advocacy extends to mentoring and assisting young people in securing employment, advancing their education, and developing trade skills for economic empowerment.

Rev. Price’s dedication to education is both a personal conviction and a ministry imperative. As Proverbs 4:7 reminds us, “Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore, get wisdom: and with all thy getting, get understanding.” A graduate of Havana Northside High School, he pursued higher education, earning a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from the University of Central Florida and a Master of Divinity from Asbury Theological Seminary. He is furthering his theological training as a Doctor of Ministry candidate at Payne Theological Seminary.

A devoted family man, Rev. Price is blessed to share his life and ministry with his beloved wife, Dr. Seleste Price. They are blessed to be the parents of three wonderful children: Michael II, Stephanie, and Matthew. Their home is a testament to the love, faith, and unity that Christ commands of His followers.

Rev. Michael B. Price, I, stands as a beacon of faith, justice, and empowerment. His ministry is a testament to the power of God’s calling, the significance of spiritual gifts, and the enduring mission of the Church to be a voice for the voiceless. As he continues to lead, teach, and serve, he remains steadfast in his commitment to advancing God’s kingdom and bringing liberation to all who are bound. Rev. Price continues to push, to work, to teach, to preach, to pastor, to encourage, to bring others to Christ, and to live by his favorite quote, “There’s no greater lifestyle and no greater happiness than that of having a continual conversation with God.”

Reverend Michael Price, anointed and appointed by God, now serves as the 36th shepherd of Bethel AME Church, Tallahassee, as of November 2025. Stepping into his divine assignment, he has ushered in a new season of faith, fervor, and fruitfulness—marked by miracles, signs, and wonders, just as promised in Mark 16:17. Rooted in the unwavering belief that “God is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think” (Ephesians 3:20), Pastor Price, his family, and the Bethel AME Church stand united in faith, knowing with full assurance that the best is yet to come.