Rafael Rodriguez
ABOUT Rafael
Rafael Rodriguez is the Director of Public Policy and Service Ministries for the Eastern Synod of the ELCIC. Born in Waterloo Region to a pastor and single mother, Rafael spent much of his life learning about faith and justice.
After attending the University of Waterloo for 4 years pursuing a degree in legal studies, and no longer feeling he could create the change he felt necessary through the legal system, he changed his focus away from law when an opportunity to shape policy in the Lutheran church became available.
He now hopes to take an active role in shaping policy within the Eastern Synod to tackle pressing issues such as climate justice, racial justice, and truth and reconciliation.