Relentless Church

Relentless Church, also known under the alias Ron Carpenter Ministries, is a religious institution based in South Carolina, United States of America. As a church, its primary function is to conduct worship services and provide ministry to its congregants. The organization operates under these two names, reflecting both its communal identity and its leadership-associated branding.

The organization is described as a large South Carolina‑based religious institution, indicating a notable presence within the state. While specific metrics such as membership numbers or budget are not disclosed in the available sources, the qualifier “large” suggests a substantial footprint relative to other local religious groups. Its headquarters are located in the United States, consistent with its domestic focus.

In April 2023, Relentless Church experienced a ransomware attack that was claimed by the LockBit cybercrime group. The breach allegedly resulted in the exfiltration of sensitive employee data, including passports and financial documents. The church’s IT team detected the intrusion and engaged an external security firm to investigate and secure the information, while leadership emphasized that operations would continue and expressed confidence in their data‑protection measures.

Cybersecurity observers noted that attacks on religious organizations are uncommon, suggesting that financial motives rather than ethical considerations drove the threat actors in this case. They also pointed out that LockBit has previously faced criticism for targeting nonprofit entities, highlighting a broader trend of cybercriminals expanding their focus beyond traditional corporate or government victims. This incident underscores the evolving threat landscape that now includes faith‑based institutions.