Church History

The Church History
The Redeeming Love Missionary Baptist Church Ministry is the fulfillment of a vision, that the Lord planted into the hearts of Rev. T.K. Ashley, Sr., and Minister Autry B. Ashley while residing in Hamden, Connecticut. In January 1999, God spoke that it was time to move into the Ministry that he had shown Pastor & Min Ashley here in Raleigh, North Carolina.

After much prayer, Pastor Ashley shared God’s instruction with Deacon James Whitner, Jr.

Pastor Ashley and Deacon Whitner began to pray and seek God’s direction regarding the structure of this ministry and those persons he would have to assist in formulating this Ministry.

The Lord then placed the names of Deacon Collin Brown, Jr. and Minister Asa Bell, Jr. in their hearts. On February 20, 1999, Deacon James Whitner and Pastor Ashley sat down with Deacon Collin Brown and Minister Asa Bell to discuss activating the Ministry that God had given to Pastor Ashley. After much prayer and supplication, a follow-up meeting was held on February 22, 1999, and the aforementioned four (4) men decided to step out and organize a formal body of believers.

The Articles of Incorporation for Redeeming Love was signed on April 6, 1999, in Raleigh, North Carolina. On April 23, 1999, an organizational meeting was held at Carroll Middle School, The Agenda for this historic meeting included the sharing of the vision for the Church and Church family, along with the organizational Structure of the Church.

A total of sixty-five (65) persons signed membership documents at the organizational meeting and were designated as Charter Members of Redeeming Love Missionary Baptist Church The first official service for Redeeming Love Missionary Baptist Church was held on Sunday, May 2, 1999, at the Carroll Middle School in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Three Months later, The Redeeming Love Church Family moved into their sanctuary, located at 1640 North Market Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, during the week of August 2. 1999. The Church bylaws were developed and officially adopted on August 3, 1999. The first services were held in the new edifice on Sunday, August 9, 1999.

The Church Dedication Service was held on Sunday, November 28, 1999.

But God was not through with his blessings for Redeeming Love.

In 2004, the church bought 15 acres of land on Rock Quarry Road in Raleigh, NC, and started building a 565-seat church. In August 2005, they moved into the new church building and God has added greatly to the membership.

In 2016, Pastor Mark became the Assistant Pastor to help Pastor Ashley after he became ill.

In 2017, Pastor Mark became the 2nd Pastor of Redeeming Love Missionary Baptist Church.

Under Pastor Mark’s leadership, the Redeeming Love congregation has grown to over 500 partners and increased its online viewership by more than 76%.
God has continued to bless this place of baptized believers.

On December 30, 2023, the mortgage on the property located at 3425 Rock Quarry Road was PAID IN FULL. On February 18, 2024, the Mortgage Burning Ceremony took place.

To God Be the Glory!

Redeeming Love! This Is Only The Beginning! As we continue to Walk By Faith and add to our history! The Best Is Yet To Come!