Michael Neale

Michael Neale is a singer, songwriter, and worship leader who has served as the lead worship pastor at Prestonwood Baptist Church in Plano, Texas. His career in choral music and worship ministry spans several decades, and he is also a Dove Award-winning songwriter.

Neale’s songwriting credits include songs recorded by artists such as Michael W. Smith, Natalie Grant, and Rebecca St. James. His own recorded catalog includes the EP Foundation and songs such as “Foundation,” “Mercy Tree,” “Your Great Name,” “What More Could I Want,” and “Never Get Over It.” He is also featured on the songs “Just Like You Said You Would” and “Come that Close Again.”

In addition to his music ministry, Michael Neale is a national best-selling author. He has written books including The River and Into the Canyon. He and his wife, Leah, have three children.