Ordained Bishop of the Church of God. He has been working for 10 years in partnership with Compassion International on behalf of children and adolescents in vulnerable areas of San Cristóbal, committed to the development of our community.

Pastor Rafael Arias Dipré is a Christian leader committed to pastoral service and the spiritual and social development of his community. He serves as pastor at the Habitación de Dios Church, located in the Lavapiés community in the province of San Cristóbal, Dominican Republic.

Through his ministry, Pastor Arias Dipré has focused his work on biblical teaching, spiritual guidance, and the promotion of Christian values ​​that strengthen family and community life. His leadership is characterized by a deep sense of calling, closeness to people, and a constant commitment to the spiritual transformation of those around him.

In addition to his pastoral work, he actively participates in social impact initiatives through the Cristo Justicia Nuestra Integral Development Center, where he promotes programs focused on training, community support, and assistance to people in vulnerable situations.

His work integrates faith with social action, promoting spiritual growth alongside the overall well-being of the community.

Pastor of the Abundant Life Christian Bible Church in Madre Vieja North and South, San Cristóbal, Dominican Republic.

He has led the ministry team of the "Chosen Lineage" Integral Development Center since 2008, impacting the lives of children, teenagers, and parents in the Madre Vieja North and South communities through the gospel, education, and personal development.

My name is Edward De Los Santos. I am Dominican, a pastor, community leader, and social worker in the province of San Cristóbal. I currently serve as treasurer of the board of directors of ASOCESANCRI (Association of Comprehensive Development Centers of San Cristóbal), where I contribute to the organization and transparency of resources allocated to strengthening our work with children, families, and the community.

I am the pastor of the Church of God Sovereign King (IDERS), a congregation committed to the spiritual restoration and strengthening of families in the Mira Cielo community. I also preside over the Love in Action Ministry Foundation, which manages the Love in Action Comprehensive Development Center. This center provides comprehensive care to children, adolescents, and their families through programs focused on education, values, emotional guidance, violence prevention, and community support.

In addition, I am the president of the Mira Cielo Water Purification Company, a community project focused on providing purified water at a low cost, contributing to the health and well-being of families in the area. I have promoted and coordinated various social initiatives, such as educational workshops, talks on child abuse prevention, values ​​campaigns, assistance to vulnerable families, and leadership training programs.

I am currently pursuing a Master's degree in Family Therapy, which strengthens my preparation for working directly with families in vulnerable situations, grief, crisis intervention, and relationship restoration. My background in theology and therapy has allowed me to integrate faith, education, and emotional well-being into the programs I lead.

My commitment to ASOCESANCRI is based on the principles of transparency, service, responsible organization, and accountability. I work alongside churches and partner organizations to consolidate impactful projects for children, youth, and families in the most vulnerable communities of San Cristóbal.

Pastor of the Light That Saves Church, along with my wife Albertina Zapata, in Canastica, San Cristóbal, since 2024. We are in charge of the Fuente de Bendición (Fountain of Blessing) Integral Development Center (DR0864).

Academic Background:

Bachelor's Degree in Music.

Bachelor's Degree in Law.

Master's Degree in Music Education.

Master's Degree in Public Administration.

My favorite Bible verse:

"I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me."

Philippians 4:13

Pastor Bruno De la Cruz accepted the Lord on November 6, 1987. He began his pastoral ministry in 1994 in a small community in Najayo Arriba called La Citarena, where he served as pastor for 10 years.

In 2003, he was sent to the community of Los Jovillos in Azua to continue his pastoral work.

There he ministered for 7 years, during which time, with God's help, 11 more churches were established.

Later, in 2010, he arrived in the province of Puerto Plata, specifically in the community of Los Caños de Maimón. There he developed various projects aimed at children and the community, among other ministry work, at the First Mount Horeb Church. In 2019, he arrived in the Vietnamese community of Haina, where he has worked with the Compassion ministry at the Faro de Luz Central church, also participating in the "Los Niños del Faro" (Lighthouse Children's) Integral Development Center project.

Pastor Bruno De la Cruz is married to Marcima L. Acevedo, with whom he has three daughters.

Pastor of the Roca de Salvación VI Church since 1992 ministering in the community of Las Flores, San Cristóbal, Dominican Republic. Together with the church leadership, we started the Torrente de Esperanza Integral Development Center ministry in 2006, bringing opportunity to more than 330 children in vulnerable conditions in this community, bringing the gospel to these homes.