a letter of welcome
I started Redemption Fellowship as an Apostolic Network of ministers, churches, and ministries that was born out of the church I Pastor…Redemption. Redemption, originally launched in Greenville, South Carolina and now has an East Coast and West Coast Location. These two locations continue to be Greenville, SC as well as San Jose, CA. This has enabled us to continue the vision of being a spiritual covering for ministers and ministries from the East Coast to the West coast. I desire to help develop, equip, resource and empower men and women of God who operate in five-fold ministries and other leadership roles.
My heart is for ministers and their families to be all God created them to be, so that they can do all that God created them to do. We are a licensing and ordaining ministry organization. My goal for RF is that it be a relational fellowship which provides opportunities for personal and leadership development through impartation, resourcing, mentoring, accountability, and restoration.
We look forward to making great impact in the Kingdom alongside you and your ministry!
fellowship staff members
pastors ron and hope carpenter
founders
Founders and Senior Pastors of Redemption in San Jose, CA.
Ron has advised as a Senior Pastor and also a entrepreneur with multiple business ventures, Ron’s relentless passion for developing potential in others permeates every aspect of his ministry.
Ron founded Redemption in 1991 with three members and a passion for breaking down the walls of racism, crossing cultural lines, and changing poverty mindsets in their community as well as around the world. The Kingdom message has become the model for ministry and successful community impact as well as creating strategic partnerships with corporate, governmental, and non-profit organizations to develop innovative ways to improve quality of life.
It is the vision and goal of Ron Carpenter Ministries to advance Kingdom teaching and principles in a global effort to reach the unsaved, restore the lost, and infiltrate local communities with the gospel of Jesus Christ. Technology is ever changing and growing and has allowed the impactful opportunity to share the gift God has placed on Ron Carpenter; a unique message and people.
In an effort to keep a forward momentum in Kingdom teaching, Ron Carpenter Ministries seeks to use media outlets to share this gift while providing the opportunity for viewers to become active partners and members. Ron Carpenter has been gifted with the ability to create an atmosphere where people of all walks of life, race, and denomination can touch heaven with a multi-cultural sound that is Kingdom.
Amy Martin-Vargas
Director
Amy has a deep passion for growing and advancing the Kingdom of God and is committed to seeing lives transformed through the work of ministry. She loves working alongside others and wholeheartedly supports Pastor Ron and his vision. Amy finds her greatest joy in helping people discover their purpose and step into meaningful impact. She believes that every person has the ability to make a difference with just one simple decision. Through her leadership, she helps create clarity, connection, and momentum across Redemption Fellowship.
As Director of Redemption Fellowship, Amy oversees operations, systems, and communication to ensure the Fellowship functions as a clear and effective hub of information. She provides leadership for events, member engagement, and organizational processes, helping bring vision into execution. Amy works closely with leadership to maintain alignment, excellence, and growth across the network.
Natalie Soto
RF Administrator
Natalie has a deep love for God and a heart to serve His people, having given her life to Christ at a Billy Graham Crusade. She has been rooted in church life since childhood at Jubilee Christian Center, faithfully serving in women’s and homeless ministry. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology from San Jose State University and is currently pursuing a Master’s in Biblical and Practical Theology at Global Christian University. With a background in business systems, sales, and marketing, along with experience in social work, Natalie brings both practical and ministry-driven insight. Her journey of surrender and obedience to God ultimately led her to Redemption Fellowship, where she gets to help and equip others.
As Administrative Assistant, Natalie supports the daily operations of Redemption Fellowship by managing systems, communication, and member services. She helps ensure records, applications, and events are organized and running smoothly, keeping the Fellowship connected and effective.