Joseph Thornton, born June 14, 1929, resides in the United States. Attended International Bible College, San Antonio, TX; married Katheryne after graduation and entered into full time ministry.

Joseph ministered in fifteen states in the U.S. and in eleven countries abroad helping to plant and establish a number of apostolic churches. At the age of 89, he continues to actively minister to a number of spiritual sons as an apostolic father.