ABOUT MINISTER JOYCE

Pastor and Minister Rheubin and Joyce Taylor

Minister Joyce Ryan Taylor was born in Chattanooga, Tn to the late Dr. & Mrs. William Henry Ryan Sr (see picture below). She was raised in Louisville, Ky and is the 7th of nine siblings. During his lifespan, Dr. William Henry Ryan, Sr. pastored Greater Salem Baptist Church in Louisville, Ky; Prospect Baptist Church in West Armuchee, Ga and New Salem Baptist Church in Rossville, Ga. Dr. Ryan's impassioned discipleship and First Lady Dora's Proverbs 31 example played a major role in developing Minister Joyce's personal relationship with Jesus Christ so eloquently reflected in her life's journey.
Shortly after graduating from high school, Minister Joyce achieved an associates degree in business management from the Bryant and Stratton Business College. She strongly believes that learning is a lifelong process and diligently pursues continued education from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga to date. Also, she dedicated nearly 40 loyal years working as an executive assistant for the Tennessee Valley Authority before retiring in May 2004.
Minister Joyce is the proud mother of two biological children: Dr. Shari Muir-Quisenberry married to Mr. Geoffrey Quisenberry and their four children. Her son is Minister Warren "Rusty" Muir married to Mrs. Alice Muir. She has six grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

Minister Joyce is a multi-talented songstress, director and minister of the Word of God. She has devoted more than 40 years working with local and out of state choirs extending far beyond Tennessee's borders. As a result, she has built a national reputation as a Maestra of Choral Mastery!
From 1983 to 2004, Minister Joyce was a committed member of Mount Canaan Baptist Church in Chattanooga, Tn. She served as their choral directress and administrator; executor of the Tape Ministry; and founder of The Sick Members' and Nursing Home Ministries.

Pastor Reverend William Henry Ryan Sr (father), Mrs. Dora Ryan (mother), Joyce Ryan, Rose Ryan (sister)

The Taylor Family Christmas 2014

John 15:16-17 (NIV) states "You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you so that you might go and bear fruit—fruit that will last—and so that whatever you ask in my name the Father will give you. This is my command: Love each other." This Scripture would be the catalyst for Minister Joyce's most important ministry of her life.
On March 7, 2004, Minister Joyce married Pastor Rheubin McGee Taylor and spiritedly embraced her new role as the First Lady of Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church in LaFayette, Ga.

She was blessed with fortuity to share in the lives of Pastor Rheubin M. Taylor's three biological children: Mr. Rheubin M. Taylor II, Mrs. Keturah Taylor McIver married to Mr. Corey McIver and Mr. Lloyd and Amanda Barnette Taylor. In-toto, they share five children, fourteen grandchildren, two great grandchildren and another grandchild in the oven!
Minister Joyce is a saved, sanctified woman of God filled with the Holy Spirit. She loves the Word of God which is evident through her effectual life of prayer. She loves people and always looks for the good in others. She is committed to helping others and always sets the atmosphere for praise and worship wherever she goes.

Pastor and Minister Rheubin and Joyce Taylor and Inu

In 2011, Minister Joyce accepted her call into ministry and is an ordained minister and published author. She serves faithfully as an instrumental part of the ministerial team, leads the monthly women's book club sessions, hosts prayer and Bible study meetings, workshops, women's Sunday school and more to empower others to develop in the love and Word of God.
Above all of her earthly accomplishments, she considers her husband and marriage her most significant ministry. She is her husband's "spiritual cheerleader" and greatest supporter.
Minister Joyce currently resides in Chattanooga, TN with her loving husband, Pastor Rheubin M. Taylor. They shared a beloved Shiba Inu pet child together named Inu from 2011 to 2024 who helped secure their blended family and made many loving memories for all who knew him. Their home is filled with love and open doors for family and friends sharing holiday gatherings, celebrations and life in Christ.