Distinguished Alums of the Year

Rev. Dr. Rogelio Ovalle, a proud 2002 graduate of Berkeley School of Theology, holds a Master of Divinity from BST and serves as Affiliate Faculty specializing in Christian Education for BST’s Latino/a programs. His career has been marked by an unwavering commitment to social justice and community development. As the senior pastor of “The House Church” in Visalia, California, he focuses on the well-being of his congregation and the barrio community.

Dr. Ovalle’s leadership has been widely influential; he was the first Latino Superintendent/Bishop on the Board of Northwest University and was key to the Latin American Bible College’s accreditation efforts. Nationally recognized for his dedication to barrio ministry, he also serves on the board of Semilla de Bienestar, a non-profit dedicated to helping the Puerto Rican diaspora. He has taught at several institutions, including the Assemblies of God Theological Seminary, SUM College, and Bethany University, and previously served as a chaplain for the Arizona Diamondbacks organization.

Family is at the heart of Dr. Ovalle’s life. His son, Rogelio Ovalle, recently transitioned from a successful career as an Emmy Award-winning producer in Hollywood to pursue his Master’s degree at BST. His daughter, Natalie Ovalle, serves as a clinical psychologist intern on Indian Reservations in Nebraska. Dr. Ovalle deeply appreciates the support of Dina Ovalle, the mother of his children, who remains his lifelong friend and has encouraged him throughout his accomplishments.