About

Redeeming Love Ministries exists to leave a legacy of changed lives in the DRC becasue of the love of God. By providing for basic needs, and giving each child a future hope with sound schooling and instruction in the Word of God, we will see every Congolese child bloom in spirit, soul, and body

"Hello! (Habari!) I am thrilled that our paths have crossed, and you desire to learn more about Redeeming Love Ministries (RLM). With the help of our partners and friends, RLM is changing lives in Democratic Republic of Congo by supporting and nurturing the children with healthy food, proper medical care, sound schooling, community projects and the Word of God.

Redeeming Love Ministries seeks to collaborate with other nonprofit corporations to further our goals and purposes. Please reach out to us if you represent such an organization."

Julie Mapatono, Founder and President

Julie's Story

RLM operates exclusively for charitable and ministerial purposes. All activities performed follow the legal guidelines allowed by nonprofit profit corporations.

Our Vision

To see every Congolese child bloom in spirit, soul, and body.

Our Mission

Transform the Congo with God’s love by nurturing the children of DRC with healthy food, proper medical care, sound schooling, and the Word of God.

Why DR Congo?

Julie was born and raised in the DRC and knows first-hand the atrocities and challenges women and children face there.

On the Map

The Democratic Republic of the Congo is the second largest country in Africa. It borders nine countries: Angola, Burundi, the Central African Republic, the Republic of Congo, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, and Zambia.

THE DRC NEEDS YOU!!

DRC Fast Facts

Population: 75 million
Size: 905,000 miles2
Climate: tropical
Government: presidential democratic republic
Official Language: French
Monetary System: Congolese francs
Religion: Christian, predominately Catholic
Literacy Rate: 66%
Infant Mortality Rate: 1 in 7

Overview of DR Congo Africa

The people of the DRC represent over 200 ethnic groups, with nearly 250 languages and dialects spoken throughout the country. Kinshasa, the capital, is the second largest French-speaking city in the world.
Since the 1960s, the Congolese have endured over two decades of armed conflict with over 5.4 million people dead due to war-related causes, making it the deadliest conflict since World War II.
Congolese armed groups and elements of the army have a long, brutal history of recruiting child soldiers. The United Nations report at least 1,000 cases of child soldier recruitment between January 2012 and August 2013.
The oldest national park in Africa is the Congo’s Virunga National Park. It is home to rare mountain gorillas, lions, and elephants. The park is currently under threat by the UK oil company, Soco, which has begun oil exploration there.
In the DRC, only 1.8% of existing roads are tarred and less than 10% of the population has access to electricity today. Recently there have been pushes to improve, including the announcement of a $1 billion package from the World Bank for infrastructure.The Democratic Republic of the Congo hosts the United Nations’ largest peacekeeping mission in the world, with over 21,000 soldiers from approximately 50 different countrie
Due mainly to the ongoing instability in the eastern part of the country, about 450,000 refugees from the DRC remain in neighboring countries, particularly Burundi, Rwanda, Tanzania, and Uganda.
The DRC is among the most resource-rich countries on the planet, with an abundance of gold, tantalum, tungsten, and tin – all minerals used in electronics such as cell phones and laptops – yet it continues to have an extremely poor population.
Tin, tungsten, tantalum, and gold have been dubbed “conflict minerals.” Armed groups use the profits from sales for campaigns of violence. Some companies are becoming more accountable by tracing their supply chains.
Former NBA All-Star Dikembe Mutombo was born in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In 1997, he founded a humanitarian foundation to improve the health, education and quality of life for the people in the DRC.

Our Leaders

Since April of 2012 Julie has added people who are passionate about the Congo as she is....God has brought people into her lives...

Founder & President

Julie Mapatono

Julie Mwozi-Mapatano founded Redeeming Love Ministries in 2012. She was born and raised in the Democratic Republic of Congo. In 2000 Julie and her family were given Refugee status to the United States of America where she now lives. She worked as a nurse assistant for 13 years. In 2010 she graduated from Charis Bible College, earning her degree in leadership biblical studies. She has been able to travel around USA, Mexico, Nicaragua and DR of Congo to share the unconditional love of God.

Vice President

Joyce Nichols

Joyce began volunteering with RLM in 2013 initially serving as Secretary. She has a BA in psychology from the University of NC at Greensboro and a degree in Biblical Studies from Charis Bible College. She has visited DR Congo twice and completely fell in love with the people. She is honored to play a role in the work of RLM and to see God’s plans and purposes accomplished for all in DR Congo.

Treasurer

Agnes Romer

Agnes Romer has over 20 years of experience in financial management including bookkeeping, payroll and business taxes. She also is passionate about administrative systems including helping small businesses hire and manage their staff. She originally hails from Tulsa, Oklahoma, where she spent the last 30 years raising three beautifully grown daughters with her husband Jim. She first saw Julie Mapatano on Andrew Wommack's show, The Gospel Truth, and just realized her dream of helping Redeeming Love Ministries grow in realizing its mission over the past two years after she and her husband relocated to Colorado Springs. Agnes officially joined the board in January of 2021 and helps with the financial management of the organization as well as donor relations.

Board Member

Beth Landt

Beth Landt, a fifth generation Colorado native, received her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Colorado. She also acquired a Masters degree in Biblical Studies from Charis Bible College in 2008 and culminated her studies at Charis with an internship in Ministry. Beth was ordained by Andrew Wommack in 2012 and has served Charis Bible College as the Registrar, Dean of Women, and most recently as an Adjunct Instructor. Beth and her husband Jay are coaches at Adventures In Missions, an organization that raises up world changers by enabling them to spread the gospel and the Kingdom of God on the mission field. Beth has served on the board of Redeeming Love Ministries nearly consecutively from its conception. She has a passion for seeing peoples lives changed by knowing their true identity in Christ and understanding how much they’re loved by their Father.

Board Member

Linda Washington

Since 2013 Linda has served as a board member and assisted and accompanied Julie on several mission trips to D.R. Congo. She has a master’s in education and is a graduate of Charis Bible College School of Business. Linda has worked as a national early childhood consultant and co-founded a non-profit child development center. With the guidance and anointing of God, she has developed and written children's Christian curriculum, books and games. With the Holy Bible, the curriculum is currently being used in D.R. Congo to help the children understand God’s love, their true identity and their power and authority in Christ Jesus. In 2016 she formed the company, PACE, www.abc-Jesus.com for the purpose of supporting the spread of the gospel of the Kingdom of God in D.R. Congo and all the world.

Board Member

Mary Robison

Mary is a Charis Bible College graduate as of 2021. She serves on the board to support Julie's vision and help with technology. She has 3 children and is an Army wife. Mary understands the life of an adopted child, therefore has always had a heart for orphan children. She developed a love for Africa while serving at a pregnancy center in DC. Mary desires to use her background in education, special needs and technology to support the mission God has placed in Julie's heart.

Board Member

Lynn Badger

Lynn Badger is wife of Pastor Brian Badger of Integrity Cowboy Church and mom to their two teenage children, Emily and Nathan. She has served in various ministerial roles including worship team, children’s teacher, and women’s pastor.