Bishop Tony L. Mason, Ph.D.
Bishop Dr. Tony Mason is a distinguished servant-leader, theologian, and United States Army veteran with over four decades of dedicated service to both his country and the Kingdom of God. Combining academic rigor, military discipline, and a deep-seated spiritual heritage, Bishop Mason serves as a dynamic voice in contemporary ministry, committed to teaching and preaching the Word of God with relevance, clarity, and impact.
Rooted in a strong Christian foundation nurtured by his mother and grandmothers in Petersburg, Virginia, Bishop Mason embraced his faith at an early age. In April 2005, he experienced a profound spiritual transformation, receiving divine confirmation of his ministerial calling. This pivotal encounter marked the beginning of a life devoted to spiritual integrity and passionate service to God’s Kingdom. He was licensed for ministry in January 2006, became an Elder in September 2007 under the late Apostle Maurice K. Wright, and later co-founded Touch by the Word Ministries with his wife, Pastor Joyce Mason.
On November 7, 2023, he was consecrated to the episcopate by the late Apostle James E. Kellem, following exemplary service in key fellowship roles, including 3rd Presiding Prelate, Southeast Regional Bishop and General Secretary. He is recognized for his commitment to teaching and preaching the Word of God effectively and relevantly.
Bishop Mason’s leadership is backed by a robust academic foundation, bridging the gap between the spiritual revelation and organization excellence. He holds a Ph.D. in Leadership, an M.A. in Religion (Church Ministries), and an MBA, demonstrating his dedication to education and leadership within the church context.
Complementing his ecclesiastical work, Bishop Mason is a 20-year veteran of the United States Army, having honorably served during critical global operations, including Desert Shield and Desert Storm. His extensive military background deeply informs his strategic approach to leadership, discipline, and community service, enriching his capacity to lead, mentor, and shepherd others.
Pastor Joyce Mason
Pastor Joyce Mason has been profoundly influenced by the “hand of God” throughout her life, beginning her ministry early and being called to operate with an evangelistic anointing. Her powerful preaching and fervent prayer life have equipped her to lead many individuals to Jesus Christ. With over 26 years of ministry experience, she is known for her dynamic preaching and her ability to transform lives through her messages, which often encourage listeners to embrace holiness and sanctification.
Her roots in the Pentecostal church are evident in her ministry, where she emphasizes abandoning worldly ways and returning to the Lord. As an anointed intercessor, preacher, and prophetic psalmist, Pastor Mason employs her spiritual gifts to address and expose Satan’s tactics, rendering them powerless in the lives of individuals. Her ministry of deliverance, notable for rescuing those influenced by darkness, demonstrates her commitment to holiness and a lifestyle of sanctification.
Pastor Mason received her ministry license in 1998, became an Elder in 2005, and accepted her call to the prophetic office in March 2014. On November 7, 2023, she was officially installed as a pastor, leading the congregation at Touch by the Word Ministries Apostolic Center in Huntsville, Alabama, alongside her husband, Bishop Tony Mason. Additionally, she is a certified Chaplain with the American Chaplaincy Association, further extending her service and commitment to her community and ministry.