As a member of an Air Force family, Fr. Tony lived in many places around the world, but he calls San Antonio home. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from UTSA, a Master of Divinity from Oblate School of Theology, and completed his Licentiate in Canon Law from Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C.

He was ordained on May 17, 1996 and began his priestly ministry at Notre Dame Catholic Church in Kerrville. He also served as pastor at St. Rose of Lima in Charlotte and Tilden, St. Mary’s in Fredericksburg, St. Francis Xavier in Stonewall, and St. Ann’s in La Vernia. While serving as pastor of St. Mary’s, he helped give new life and a bright future to their Catholic school, increasing student enrollment four consecutive years and conducting a successful $4.5 million capital campaign to build a state-of-the-art gymnasium and community center.

Fr. Tony was appointed to the San Fernando Cathedral in June 2008. Upon his assignment, Archbishop Jose H. Gomez stated, “His ability to bring people together, developing in them a sense of unity and purpose, will be invaluable as he works with the people of San Fernando, while recognizing their authentic love for God and Church.” During his time at the Cathedral, Archbishop Gomez appointed Fr. Tony as the Vicar for Clergy and Consecrated Life of the Archdiocese. After Fr. Tony earned his Licentiate in Canon Law in 2013, Archbishop, Gustavo Garcia-Siller appointed Fr. Tony to the Tribunal Office for the Archdiocese where he continues to assist today. The Archbishop assigned Fr. Tony as pastor of St. Francis of Assisi effective July 1, 2016.