Center for Continuous Learning

Minister Matthew Rivera was born and raised in the Bronx, New York. He is the first in his family to earn a college degree, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology at Trinity College. Matthew is the Executive Director of The Dream Support Network, a full service organization whose mission is to inspire, educate, and support youth and young adults in their pursuit of living out the life of their dreams. To do such work, The Dream Support Network provides extensive programming and workshops, experiential learning opportunities, and full-day retreats. Matthew Rivera serves as national coordinator for Healing & Transforming Communities. In this role, he partners with churches, leaders, and organizations to strengthen justice-centered ministries and build systems that amplify impact. He also facilitates ABHMS’ Justice Dialogues, coordinates emergency response efforts, and helps cultivate emerging faith leaders through initiatives like the Summer Passionary Institute. He holds a Master of Divinity from Andover Newton Seminary at Yale Divinity School and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Trinity College.