This page provides information about my academic life as a scholar and professional life as an ordained minister.
Academic Education
PhD(c) – Doctoral candidate in Philosophical Theology, Calvin Theological Seminary, Jan 2021.
Focus, Subject Area and Specialty: The relation between theology and philosophy in Dutch theologian Herman Bavinck, particularly how he understands philosophy as a useful tool to produce modern theology.
Research Interests: Analytical Theology, Apologetics, Covenant Theology, Doctrine of Christ, Doctrine of God, Doctrine of Humanity, Human Sexuality, Natural Law, Reformation/Post-Reformation, Religious Epistemology and Ontology, Theological Prolegomena, and Theology of Work/Vocation.
ThM – Master of Theology, Calvin Theological Seminary, May 2017. Majored in Pastoral Care and Faith Formation.
MDiv – Master of Divinity, Western Theological Seminary, May 2015.
BA – Bachelor of Arts, University of Costa Rica, Aug 2004. Majored in Spanish Studies and Classics.
Language Education
- Spanish: Native Speaker
- English: Full Professional
- German: Reading Proficiency
- French: Reading Proficiency
- Biblical Hebrew: Research Working Knowledge
- Classical and Koine Greek: Research Working Knowledge
- Classical and Vulgar Latin: Research Working Knowledge
Research and Writing
- Click here for a list peer-review articles, reviews, and essays (2016-present).
- Click here for reading my personal blog (2013-present).
- PhD Dissertation Working Title: “Herman Bavinck Among the Philosophers: His Uses of Philosophy.” Anticipated Defense: May 2028.
Society Memberships
- EPS: Evangelical Philosophical Society
- SCP: Society of Christian Philosophers
- TBS: The Bavinck Society
Board Memberships
- Advisory Board Member, Frontera de Gracia, May 2022-23.
Fellowships, Scholarships and Grants
- Doctoral Fellowship, Calvin Theological Seminary, 2017-2021
- Tuition Grant, The Latino Seminary Student Fund, Classis of Holland, 2016-2023
- Howard Miller Scholarship (CPE Tuition Award), Pine Rest Christian Mental Services, 2016
- ThM Tuition Grant, Calvin Theological Seminary, 2015-2017
- Tuition Scholarship, Christ Memorial Reformed Church, 2013-2014
- Tuition Scholarship, Reformed Church in America Ethnic Scholarship, 2013
- Vernon & Carol Hoffman Scholarship for Racial-Ethnic Minorities, Western Theological Seminary, 2012-2015
Teaching Experience (at graduate level)
Instructor, Hispanic Ministry Certificate Program, Calvin Theological Seminary:
- Study and Research Skills, J-Term 2018
Teaching Assistant, Hispanic Ministry Certificate Program, Calvin Theological Seminary:
- Christian Education for Young People, Fall 2018
- Theology for Ministry (Prof. J. González), Fall 2018
- Interpreting and Preaching the Old Testament (Prof. A. Leder), Spring 2018.
- Worship and Preaching, J-Term 2018.
- Interpreting and Preaching Ephesians, Fall 2017.
Graduate Assistant in the Residential and Distance Master of Divinity Program, Calvin Theological Seminary:
- Biblical Interpretation for Ministry, Online, J-Term 2018.
- The Kingdom of God, Its Meaning, and Significance, Online, Fall 2017.
- New Testament Narratives, In-Residence, Fall 2017.
- New Testament Narratives, Online, Fall 2017
- Biblical Interpretation for Ministry, In-Residence, Summer 2017.
Editorial and Translation Work
- Communications Assistant for M.Ed A. Mas-Smith, Calvin Theological Seminary, Sept 2021-Oct 2022.
- Lead Editor, Stromata: The Graduate Journal of Calvin Theological Seminary, Sept 2016-Jun 2020.
- English-Spanish Translator, Calvin Institute of Christian Worship, Jan 2018. Translation of the book chapter: J. Witvliet, “The Former Prophets and the Practice of Christian Worship,” Worship Seeking Understanding (Grand Rapids: Baker Academics, 2003): 23-37.
- Editorial Assistant for Dr. K. Maag, Calvin Theological Journal, Sept-Dec 2016.
Ministry Experience
- Summer Unit Chaplain, Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services, May 2016 – Aug 2016. In this full-time summer internship, I worked as a chaplain in the mental health context, working especially with patients diagnosed with chronic mental illness and co-current disorders.
- Community Engagement Intern, Christ Memorial Reformed Church, Aug 2013 – Sept 2014. Besides giving administrative support to the Community Engagement team, this internship allowed me to promote and support programs and events with a comprehensive outreach vision to approach local missions such as the coordination of volunteer opportunities, creation of programs to reach racial-diverse groups, etc.
- Pastoral Intern, 14th St. Christian Reformed Church, Oct 2012 – May 2013. Throughout the internship, I developed my skills about preaching, worship leading, and church administration.
Professional Development
- Participated in the Hispanic Theological Initiative’s Virtual Professional Development Conference (Virtual PDC) for academic year 2022-23 at Princeton Theological Seminary (Continuing Education Program).
- Participated in the “Shepherding Hearts for Generosity” Pilot Summer Course at Calvin Theological Seminary, 2019.
- Ordained as Specialized Minister in the Reformed Church in America, (2018-26).
- Granted a certificate for completing four hundred hours of supervised training at Pine Rest Christian Mental Services earning one unit (Level 1) of Clinical Pastoral Education.
- Participated in the Conflict Resolution Workshop “Restorative Circles/Non-Violent Communication” at Western Theological Seminary, 2013.
Abilities and Skills
- Cross-cultural living experiences
- Analytical-Relater leadership
- Organizational-oriented person
- Team worker with a collaborative spirit
- Committed to Christian education
- Hospitality toward theological diversity and other worldviews
- Ability to recognize and honor cultural diversity
- Biliterate in English and Spanish
- Ability to write formal articles, essays, and reports