“Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up.” — James 4:10

OUR EXECUTIVE TEAM

PAUL W. SORENSEN

SENIOR PASTOR

Paul is a cultivator of vision and leadership for collective mission with Christ. A native of Florida, Paul has lived in Chattanooga, Chicago, and greater New York City. Originally trained as an investment banker, Paul has helped launch, lead, and serve several faith-based charities and churches across North America. This work includes the establishment of Mission Collective, a boutique nonprofit organization designed to inspire and plant citycentric hubs of mission. Paul holds a B.A. in Business and Economics from Wheaton College, a M.Div. and M.A. in Counseling from Reformed Theological Seminary, and is ordained in the ACNA. Married for 27 years to Karly, they have two sons, a daughter, and a daughter-in-law: Kaden, Blaise, Saylor Grace, and Bella (Kaden). Paul is incredibly thankful to call Charleston home, and he is committed to making ONE Fellowship an amazing and lasting community for Christ and His Kingdom. 

JOHN MACKORELL

PASTOR OF DISCIPLESHIP

John is an experienced ministry leader who loves helping others follow Jesus with their whole lives. Originally from South Carolina's Lowcountry, John attended Clemson University. After coming to faith in college, John felt called into college ministry, where he served for over 18 years with InterVarsity Christian Fellowship, a national college ministry impacting over 75k students on nearly 700 campuses across the country. During his time with InterVarsity, John served as a national leader overseeing student programming, including digital ministry, discipleship groups, small groups, and off-campus conferences and events. A member of ONE Fellowship since 2018, he is excited to bring his experience to our local community as he serves our leaders and develops our discipleship groups and events. John and his wife, Christen, are grateful to call Charleston home with their three children, Dargan, John Oliver, and Bennett. John is excited to partner with our leaders to help others follow Jesus with their whole lives for the rest of their lives.

SCOTT TINKEL

DIRECTOR OF ENGAGEMENT & OPERATIONS

Scott is a seasoned leader with a deep passion for people and organizational development. Originally from Indiana, Scott and his wife, Janet, have lived in Louisville, Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, St. Louis, and Philadelphia before settling on Daniel Island in 2016. They have been married for 35 years and are proud parents of two adult children, Madison and Spencer. Scott holds a B.A. in Finance and Marketing from Ball State University and an MBA with a focus on Marketing Management from Butler University. He has spent 35 years in Sales Leadership and Leadership Development, with the last 25 years dedicated to the Pharmaceutical/Bio Science sector. As a devoted member of ONE Fellowship, Scott has served in various volunteer roles, including as a member of the Board of Stewards, a Leader of the Alpha program, and a contributor to the One Students program. Now, as the Director of Engagement and Operations, Scott oversees church finances and facilities while fostering parish involvement and participation. He is excited to lead ONE Fellowship towards a thriving future, helping the community grow stronger together.

ADDITIONAL PASTORAL TEAM

CODY QUINN

PASTOR OF NEXT GEN MINISTRIES

Cody is passionate about building lasting relationships with students and connecting them to Jesus. A native of Eastern North Carolina, Cody has served in many church volunteer roles as well as the Christian Life Director at a local Christian academy. Cody holds a B.S. in Religion and a M.A. in Christian Ministries: Pastoral Counseling from Liberty University and is ordained through the Acts 2 Network. Married since 2017 to his beautiful bride, Kelsey, Cody is passionate about cultivating a heart for Jesus within our students.

JONATHAN SOUTH

PASTOR OF CARE & PRAYER

Jonathan is a ministry leader with a deep heart for spiritual care, connection, and hospitality. He first connected with ONE Fellowship through a one-year pastoral internship while completing his Master of Divinity at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. Jonathan’s ministry journey began early as president of his youth group in Plano, Texas, and his lifelong passion for welcoming and caring for others continues to guide his calling today. He is grateful to be married to his high-school sweetheart, Alison, and together they are raising their four children in the Lowcountry, where faith, family, and good BBQ are always close to home.

OUR STAFF TEAM

KATIE HYMAN

DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATION & HOSPITALITY

Katie is energetic, passionate about life, and humbly desires God to use her life for his glory and purposes. She loves traveling and experiencing God through other cultures and environments. A native of South Carolina, Katie holds a B.S. in Graphic Communications from Clemson University and a M.A.T. in Elementary Education from the College of Charleston. She has spent the majority of her professional career educating the hearts and minds of children and participating in long-term missions in England, Africa, and Costa Rica. Katie is now focused on serving full-time at ONE Fellowship as the Director of Administration and Hospitality. She is honored to join in the mission of helping others experience the goodness and faithfulness of God, grow in community, and make a difference for Christ.

RACHEL LESSARD

DIRECTOR OF KIDS

Rachel is dedicated and passionate about encouraging others to step into the giftings God has placed in their lives. A Southern California native, Rachel loves to explore the beauty of God’s creation and finds wonder in the smallest details of nature. She graduated from San Diego State with a degree in Literature with emphases in Linguistics and Psychology. In her professional life, she has loved working for over 18 years in Early Childhood Education, working directly with the special needs, ESL, and creative arts education communities. Rachel married her husband, Vance in 2008, and together they have one son, Theodore. They moved to Charleston in 2015 and are grateful to call this beautiful city home. Rachel is delighted to serve at ONE Fellowship, walking alongside and encouraging families as they grow on mission with Christ. 

SUZY SHERMAN

DIRECTOR OF WORSHIP & PRODUCTION

Suzy is a passionate worshipper with a deep desire to encourage others toward authentic, open, and wholehearted worship—both through music and through lives lived as continual acts of praise. Originally from London, England, she moved to the United States at age 13 and later returned to the UK for seminary, earning an MDiv-equivalent degree in Theology, Music, and Worship from the London School of Theology. Before joining the staff at ONE Fellowship, Suzy served extensively as a worship leader in a wide range of settings across both the U.S. and the U.K., including staff roles at several churches in the States and regular itinerant ministry. She is also a songwriter; her first album, Safety in One, was released shortly before she graduated, and she has written for her local church communities over the years. Suzy has been married to her husband, Josh, since 2009, and they have two children, Kadan and Riah. The Sherman family relocated from the Milwaukee suburbs to Charleston in the summer of 2020, and Suzy is thoroughly enjoying trading Wisconsin winters for the Charleston sunshine! Grateful to serve as part of the ONE Fellowship team, Suzy is excited to continue growing together as a church family—learning what it means to be true worshippers who shine the light of Jesus in our community and beyond.

MARK JONES

DIRECTOR OF MISSIONS (LAY ROLE)

Mark loves Jesus and desires to see ONE Fellowship flourish in order to spread the gospel to Charleston and beyond. God paired Mark with his amazing wife, Megan, and together they have five beautiful children. While Mark calls Kentucky “home,” as an Air Force brat and 20-year Air Force veteran himself, he has always been on the move. Mark is a graduate of the University of Kentucky, and he holds a B.A. in History and an M.B.A. with emphasis on International Relations. Prior to accepting this position, Mark flew several Air Force mobility aircraft including the mighty C-17 in Operations IRAQI FREEDOM, ENDURING FREEDOM (Afghanistan) and ALLIES REFUGE (Kabul Evacuation). As a member of ONE, Mark has also served in various roles throughout the years in our church, most notably as our Director of Operations and the Director of the Afghan Refugee Collaborative. Now Mark proudly serves as our Director of Missions, overseeing ONE’s outreach to Charleston and beyond. 

SHANNON WILSON

HOSPITALITY COORDINATOR

Shannon helps cultivate a warm and welcoming environment at ONE Fellowship by coordinating our Sunday morning coffee service and supporting the planning and execution of church events. Through her work, she plays a key role in advancing our mission to be a community where every person feels known, valued, and loved. Before joining our team, Shannon served in a variety of volunteer coordination roles across multiple organizations, where she gained extensive experience in leading teams, supporting volunteers, and fostering meaningful community engagement. She loves Jesus deeply and feels called to minister to others through hospitality, attentive care, and authentic connection. Outside of her work at ONE Fellowship, Shannon enjoys hiking, savoring a good cup of coffee, and spending time with her husband, Patrick, their adult children, and their dog, Archibald. She especially loves hearing people’s stories and building relationships that strengthen the fabric of community.

JOCELYN DEMASTER

ENGAGEMENT & DISCIPLESHIP COORDINATOR

Jocelyn genuinely loves people and is passionate about making others feel seen, valued, and cared for. Originally from Wisconsin, she and her family moved to Charleston in 2024 and have loved making the Lowcountry their home.

Jocelyn earned her Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) from Trinity Christian College. She has a background in social work and has had the privilege of working with people in a variety of settings, most recently as an adoption specialist. Through her experience, she has developed a deep love for walking alongside people through meaningful and challenging seasons of life while helping them feel supported and cared for.

Jocelyn married her husband, Ashton, in 2009, and together they have three children, Hadley, Hendrick, and Holland. She feels incredibly honored to be a part of the impact ONE Fellowship is making in Charleston and beyond, and grateful for the opportunity to help create a church community where people feel welcomed, connected, and valued.

CORY ROBERTSON

PRODUCTION COORDINATOR

Cory has spent much of his career using media and production to tell meaningful stories and connect with people. Originally from Minneapolis, Minnesota, he earned his bachelor’s degree in Communication from the University of North Dakota, specializing in broadcasting. After college, Cory moved to Charleston and worked as a photojournalist at ABC News 4, covering stories across the Lowcountry. He later brought that experience into the church, directing weekend services and working alongside teams of volunteers, before launching Your Story Media. For more than seven years, he has worked as an award-winning storyteller, helping businesses, nonprofits, churches, and organizations throughout Charleston and beyond share their stories through video. Cory cares deeply about encouraging and inspiring those around him, leading by example, and pursuing excellence in a way that serves others well. He looks forward to bringing that approach to ONE Fellowship, working with its volunteers and leaders to help create meaningful and engaging worship experiences each weekend. Cory and his wife, Sara, live in Mount Pleasant with their three young children, Aurora, Liam, and Rosalie, and their energetic dog, Sebastian.

ABBY RIPPERDA

MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS COORDINATOR

As a member of our student ministry team, Abby leads and encourages middle school students both on Sunday nights and throughout the week. A recent graduate of Clemson University with a degree in Graphic Communications, she loves integrating her creative gifts into the life of ministry. Abby and her husband, Conlin, share a passion for investing in the next generation, especially through worship, discipleship, and community. She considers it a privilege to walk alongside middle schoolers as they grow in their relationship with Christ and to witness the ways God is shaping their stories.

JULIA BRADLEY

HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS COORDINATOR

As a member of our Student Ministry team, Julia is passionate about fostering community and encouraging students as they grow in their relationship with Jesus. A recent graduate of the University of Alabama with a Bachelor of Arts in Communicative Disorders, she is currently pursuing her Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology at the Medical University of South Carolina. Julia loves building meaningful relationships and creating a welcoming environment where students feel known, loved, and encouraged as they grow in their faith.

JANET TINKEL

PRESCHOOL COORDINATOR

Janet has a heart for children and loves watching their eyes light up as they learn, grow, and accomplish something new. Originally from Indiana, she earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Ball State University and spent 20 years working in early childhood education. After recently retiring from teaching, Janet is excited to continue investing in children and their families as ONE Fellowship’s Kids Coordinator for Birth through Kindergarten.

Janet and her husband, Scott, have two adult children and have called Charleston home since 2016. She considers it a privilege to help create a safe, loving, and engaging environment where some of ONE Fellowship’s youngest children can experience Jesus' love, have fun, and begin building a foundation of faith.

JORDYN PIEPER

ELEMENTARY COORDINATOR

Jordyn is passionate about investing in the next generation and has spent many years pouring into elementary-aged kids. She loves creating spaces where children feel known, loved, and encouraged to grow in their relationship with Jesus. As the Elementary Coordinator, she is excited to help kids discover the joy of following Christ and being part of His church.

Jordyn recently graduated from the College of Charleston with a degree in Biochemistry and is grateful for the opportunity to combine her love for learning and ministry as she serves the kids and families at ONE Fellowship.

OVERSIGHT OF ONE FELLOWSHIP

ONE Fellowship serves as a non-denominational creedal church committed to excellence and integrity in how we love God and people and manage our organizational affairs. To this end, our church has three layers of organizational oversight.

Pastors (Elders) Guide the Church

ONE Fellowship has pastors who “lead and feed" the church as the shepherds of the family of God. Under the leadership of the Senior Pastor, the pastoral team and staff are responsible for guiding the spiritual growth and well-being of the church by administering the vision, values, strategic plan, and day-to-day ministry and operations of the church.

The Board (Stewards) Guards the Church

ONE Fellowship has a select group of members of the church who are chosen to serve alongside the Senior Pastor to oversee the major legal, financial, and capital decisions of the church, while also serving to help preserve the overall doctrinal and leadership integrity of the church. As leaders of the church, the Board represents men and women who have demonstrated a sincere Christian faith, spiritual maturity, and a commitment to the life and ministry of ONE Fellowship. 

The Network (Advisors) Encourages The Church

ONE Fellowship has a network of pastors from other respected churches and ministries who advise and encourage the Senior Pastor and leadership of the church on spiritual and organizational matters.

2026 Board of Stewards

2026 Network of Advisors