Meet theTeam

David Leake
Lead Pastor
David and Sarah Leake, along with their two sons James and Johnny, are originally from Pittsburgh, PA. After 12 years of ministry at Allison Park Church, they're stepping out to start Salt Church.
David is passionate about developing young leaders and helping people discover a vibrant, daily relationship with Jesus. Sarah has a gift for making others feel seen, valued, and at home, and she's excited to help create a community built on deep, authentic relationships.
Together, they're building a church where people can encounter God and grow in faith.
Smiling family of four sitting outdoors: mother and young son on left, father with baby on right.
Gilbert & Stefanie Ackerman
Executive Pastors
Gilbert and Stefanie Ackerman, along with their daughters Aven and Iris, are originally from the Pittsburgh area of Pennsylvania.
Gilbert has spent the last 12 years in Next Gen Ministry with a long-standing focus on youth. Stefanie has devoted the last 10 years to missions and local outreach. Together, they love developing and launching young people into their calling — whether at school, work, vocational ministry, or on the mission field.
Smiling man and woman holding a young child outdoors with autumn trees and a pond in the background.Happy baby swinging by holding hands of smiling adults walking on grass in a park.
Nicholas & Cassie DiDomenico
Pastors
Nicholas and Cassie DiDomenico, along with their daughter Georgia, are originally from the Pittsburgh area of Pennsylvania.
Nicholas has spent the last 7 years serving in a variety of ministry roles, with his most recent being the Facilities Director of Allison Park Church. Cassie has been a part of SOS Adventure's ministry team, mobilizing churches and individuals on to the mission field across east Africa.

Our Journey

In the fall of 2024, David and Sarah began sensing a stirring from God that change was coming. By April 2025, the call became clear: Nocatee, Florida.

Not long after, someone who knew nothing of their plans gave Sarah a prophetic word describing a garden, a seed, and the call to plant. It was exactly what God had already been speaking. With hearts full of faith, they’re planting Salt Church, launching September 20, 2026 as part of the Assemblies of God. Their dream was a church that grows from the ground up into a Spirit-filled, life-giving home for many.