Gilbert Rodriguez serves as the Coordinator of Adult Discipleship and Marriage Formation in the Archdiocese of New York with over 25 years of experience in ministry, including worship, youth and young adult ministry, preaching/teaching, and evangelization. He earned a Master’s degree in Theology at St. Joseph’s Seminary and College in Dunwoodie, NY. Gilbert also serves in the Encounter School of Ministry NYC satellite campus and is a facilitator for the online Spanish campus.  Him and his lovely wife, Franshel Rodriguez, have been married for 9 years and live in Brooklyn, NY. 

Julissa Espinal is a passionate evangelist dedicated to building faith-filled communities and helping others deepen their relationship with Christ. As a Dominican-born New Yorker, she brings a deep love for community, culture, and the Church to her work. With a background in evangelization, catechesis, and pastoral care, she has served in leadership roles in the Archdiocese of New York and the Shrine of St. Frances Cabrini. Her love for parish engagement, young adult ministry, and evangelizing through faith-based outreach, has helped cultivate lasting relationships and spaces for formation and prayer. In her current role at Hallow as a Parish Lead, she is excited to support parish communities in their prayer journey and vibrant spiritual growth.