Pastor Mason,
It’s hard to write this because there are so many ways you’ve touched my life that words can’t fully convey. How do you put into words someone who didn’t just preach about God but showed us how to live for Him every single day? How do you sum up a life that was so full of love, faith, and Holy Ghost power that it left a mark on everyone who met you?
You didn’t just teach the Word, you lived it.
You didn’t just say “Trust God” you modeled it, in every season, no matter what.
When I rededicated my life, you were the one who baptized me. You spoke into my life, saw the calling on me before I could see it, and reminded me that I was chosen. You ordained me, covered me, and believed in me when I didn’t believe in myself.
You were a Yokebreaker and chains didn’t stand a chance when you prayed. You reached people where they were through events in the park, through feeding and clothing the community, through loving the ones others overlooked. You made space for everyone, no judgment, just grace and truth.
When you founded Antelope Upper Room Ministries — “A Shelter from the Storm,” you built more than a church. You built a refuge. A place where prayer had power, where worship lifted burdens, where the Holy Spirit was always welcome.
You lived like the believers in Acts 1 and 2, where the story of the Upper Room begins.
After Jesus rose from the dead, He told His followers to wait in Jerusalem for the promise of the Holy Spirit. They didn’t know when it would come, but they obeyed. They stayed together, praying and worshiping with expectation.
And in Acts 2, the Spirit came. It came like a rushing wind and like fire. Ordinary men and women were filled with Holy Ghost power from Heaven. They left that Upper Room on fire for God, bold enough to change the world.
Pastor, that’s how you lived. You knew how to wait on God. You trusted His timing. And when the Spirit moved, you moved.
You reminded us:
“You are the head and not the tail.” (Deuteronomy 28:13)
“You are more than a conqueror through Him who loves you.” (Romans 8:37)
Pastor, I can’t thank you enough for your love, your faith, and your example. Your life changed mine. And though it’s hard to say goodbye, I know your legacy will keep living in me and in all of us who were blessed to know you.
I love you, Pastor Mason. Thank you for everything
Love
Chelle and family