About
Tony is a seasoned leader with over three decades of ministry experience. He currently serves as Pastor of Worship at Free Chapel Braselton Campus and is also on the teaching staff of Free Chapel College. Tony is an anointed speaker, teacher, and author of several books.
Tony is also the founder and president of Tony Sutherland Ministries, Inc. Since 2004, his non-for-profit organization has helped to strengthen numerous churches around the world through extensive pastoral consultation, marriage enrichment, and ongoing leadership development.
Tony and his wife Sherri have been married for 35 years and live in the North Atlanta area. They have two grown children: Asher (28) and Anna Grace (23).
What People Are Saying
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Jentezen Franklin | Senior Pastor Free Chapel
“I am proud to say that Tony and his family are members in good standing here at Free Chapel. He has served as a worship leader at our church since 2004. Tony’s sensitivity to the Holy Spirit, passion for God’s presence, musical talent, teaching gift, maturity in the scriptures, and strong leadership have made a powerful impression on our church for the past 18 years. Tony is a high-impact, low-maintenance member of our staff and leadership team. I am thankful to have him here, and I highly recommend his ministry in any setting.”
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John Gray | Lead Pastor Relentless Church - Greenville, SC
“I’ve known Tony Sutherland well over a decade, and have watched his faithfulness in ministry across multiple platforms. I’ve also witnessed how God has organically and deliberately elevated Tony’s voice and heart to a national and global scale. The revelation that Tony has received from the Holy Spirit regarding New Covenant Grace is nothing short of life altering and revolutionary. It is not just the profound nature in which he communicates these truths but it is also the life that he lives. Having ministered in and served numerous congregations around the world, Tony teaches and preaches the uncompromising message of Grace, hope, and restoration found in Jesus Christ unlike anyone else today. His ministry is awakening this generation to the truth that there is more grace available than sin has done damage, “for where sin abounds, grace does much more abound.” (Romans 5:20) I am proud and excited to say, “I knew Tony when...”
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Tracy Page - Executive Pastor - Free Chapel
“From the first time he arrived in 2004 all the way to the present, God has greatly used Tony to make a lasting imprint in the Free Chapel worship experience. His passion for Jesus has crossed over into every area of our church including kids, middle and high school students all the way up to our adults and seniors. Parents and youth regularly express their sincere appreciation of Tony’s ministry and the blessing it has been in their lives and their families over the years. Whether it be for our student gatherings to our main services, his music and the anointing on his life help to consistently lead all of us, including me, into God’s presence every time. I know that your church will powerfully encounter God through his ministry.”
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Dave Divine - Lead Pastor - The Church at Chapelhill - Douglasville GA
“Tony Sutherland has been to our church several times both to lead worship and to speak during our weekend services and he has truly ministered out of the heart of God to our people every time. I do not trust just anyone to fill our pulpit and I can tell you without a doubt that it is in our plans to continue to invite him back. We have also supported Tony and his mission to fan the flame of worship and a hunger after the presence of God in numerous congregations across our nation and around the world. Tony’s ministry connects with people through his passion for God, authenticity, musical excellence and a relevant approach that is making a powerful impact on this generation. Whether leading hundreds, thousands or talking over a meal, Tony just causes people to love Jesus more.”
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Dr. Tim Elmore - President of Growing Leaders - Atlanta GA
“Whenever I’m in a worship service with Tony, it renews my perspective and helps me to see what God is up to all around me. I am always refreshed by his ministry and feel more ready to face my battles. His music is compelling, and his lyrics are strong and personal. I have watched God use his ministry to deliver people when they are in bondage, heal them when they are wounded, and strengthen them when they feel weak. You must experience it for yourself.”
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The Katinas - Christian Recording Artists - Nashville TN
“Tony Sutherland is not only our great friend but he is a gifted musician, songwriter, and anointed worship leader. We have been privileged to have him minister with us while we are on the road and have witnessed first hand how people respond as he leads them in true vertical worship. There is no doubt that anyone who experiences his music and ministry will be thoroughly blessed.”
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David Binion - Worship Pastor - Covenant Church - Dallas TX
“Tony is a gifted man who carries a true passion for God and a sincere compassion for others. His love for Jesus is obvious in his personal life and is reflected in his music and the word that he ministers. Tony has a seasoned ability to express himself with a genuine freshness so needed in the church today. I recommend Tony’s ministry to churches looking to go to a deeper level. I’m proud to call him a friend!”
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Babbie Mason - Recording Artist - Bowden GA
“Tony Sutherland is a rare find. He is skillful, articulate, passionate, and the hand of God is on his life. Every time I hear him minister, my heart is lifted and my worship is deepened.”
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Morris Chapman (1938-2020) - Songwriter & Worship Leader
“Tony Sutherland is one of my ‘young lions.’ There is a marked anointing on his life and people need to experience his ministry. Tony’s songs reflect his true devotion to Jesus.
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David Baroni - Worship Leader - Nashville TN
“Passion… depth… humility… freshness… relevance... excellence... spiritual maturity... friendship... All these come to mind when I think of Tony Sutherland. His music is magnetic and infectious and he genuinely connects to people with his honesty, humor, and wealth of experience in God’s word. Most of all, Tony’s ministry will stir a deeper revelation of Christ’s love for you.”
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Craig Dunnagan - Song Development - Integrity Music
“Tony Sutherland is an anointed musician, songwriter and worship leader. His music captures the heartbeat of God. You can sense his authentic passion through his ministry of leading people into God’s presence.”
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Bishop Robert Stearns - Eagles Wings Ministries - Orchard Park NY
“Tony’s music expresses his heart cry for God’s glory to fill every life, everywhere. One thing about Tony is clear: his songs are a call to the nations to come and worship the Lord! After listening to his music you will want to worship!”
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Gregg Johnson - Founder of J12 Ministries
“I have had the privilege of working with Tony Sutherland a number of times. His enthusiasm, giftedness, ability to span the ages and passion for the Lord is contagious. Without hesitation, I recommend Tony’s ministry in any ministry setting to those young and old alike.”
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John C. Fitzpatrick - Senior Pastor - One Love Ministries - Durham NC
“Tony Sutherland has blessed our church many times these past several years. His maturity, wisdom, and insight in the scriptures regarding the New Covenant have caused a paradigm shift in us individually and corporately. Whether teaching, leading worship or preaching, Pastor Tony delivers a CHRIST-CENTERED message with authority and power. He has truly inspired a renewed love for Jesus in our church. His humility and transparency have endeared our hearts to him, and we will continue to have him back for a long time to come. We are grateful for his life and highly recommend his ministry.”
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Pastor Ariel Marquez - Victory Church - Philippines
“Victory Christian Fellowship is a large church in the city of Abalang Philippines with approximately 5000 in attendance in 12 weekend services. We have been privileged to have Tony minister here. His anointed worship and powerful preaching of the word move people to love Jesus and adore him. Every time he is here he leaves our congregation refreshed and with new zeal. Tony has also spent extra time off the main platform teaching, developing, and pouring into our leaders and various teams of ministry. His excellence in the mentorship process has made a lasting impact in their lives and our church as a whole. I can speak on behalf of myself and our entire church that Tony will be a blessing to your church as he has been and will continue to be to ours.”
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Bill Shuler - Senior Pastor - Capital Life Church
“Tony Sutherland was an incredible blessing to our church! With passion and humility he took us to a whole new level of worship. He is highly anointed! As a pastor, I recommend Tony wholeheartedly!”