A native of Atlanta, Georgia, Rev. Rutledge came to Columbia, SC by way of N. Charleston, SC where he retired  from the U.S. Army in Feb. 1996 after 20 years of service. Rev. Rutledge became a member of Mount Zion Baptist Church in Jan. 2018. As a former member of Mt. Moriah M.B.C. since 1995, his membership included serving  several ministries.

Rev. Rutledge accepted his call into ministry in 2006 and became licensed under Rev. Dr. A.D. Robinson, Mt. Moriah M.B.C. in Jan. 2007; and ordained by the Charleston County Missionary Baptist Association in May 2014. His studies include pursuing a degree in religion – Liberty University; continuing education courses – National Congress of Christian Education; and a current member of the Gethsemane Baptist Association.

Rev. Rutledge’s greatest desire is that all might come to the knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and accept His offer of  salvation. He is a born again Believer.