Rev. Canon Tony Moon, Ph.D.
Assisting Priest
The Rev. Canon Tony Moon,
Ph.D. is a native Oklahoman, having grown up in Blackwell. Tony and his wife
Marian have a blended family of three daughters who have generously provided
them with nine grandchildren. Tony worked for many years as a family therapist,
and then as an organizational consultant for a state-wide healthcare provider.
Tony’s doctorate focused on the area of human performance improvement. He has
been a deacon for nearly twenty-two years before being ordained to the
priesthood in May 2018.
The Rev. Canon
Tony Moon, Ph.D. is a native Oklahoman, having grown up in Blackwell. Tony and
his wife Marian have a blended family of three daughters who have generously
provided them with nine grandchildren. Tony worked for many years as a family
therapist, and then as an organizational consultant for a state-wide healthcare
provider. Tony’s doctorate focused on the area of human performance
improvement. He has been a deacon for nearly twenty-two years before being
ordained to the priesthood in May 2018. In addition to his duties at St.
Augustine’s, Tony serves as the Canon Advisor for the Diocese, primarily
working with organizational systems and providing pastoral care for clergy.
What do you love about SAC? “There are so many aspects about this congregation that I love. If I had to
choose one thing, I’d say that I love that this community is so engaged with
the work of Jesus in the world. Many of our parishioners selflessly go into our
larger community to serve and meet the needs of others. This is a blessing for
me to witness!“
What inspires you? “The Gospel has always inspired me, but it
especially inspires me in this congregation because I see us responding to the
teachings of Jesus through our love for one another. As a community we really
‘strive to bring joy to God’s heart,’ as our Vision statement proclaims.”
What made you decide to get involved in ministry work? “Serving
and developing others is a life-long ambition of mine and a deeply held core
value. Before my full-time commitment to ministry, I had two careers that
focused around this theme of service and development: counseling and
organizational development. Both had to do with our evolution and improvement.
Becoming new beings is at the heart of the Gospel and my spiritual quest.”
