Rev. Gabriel Curtis, M.Div.

Adjunct Professor of Pastoral Theology
Immaculate Conception Seminary School of Theology

Dedicated to fostering faith and education across diverse communities, Fr. Curtis combines his background in philosophy, theology, and the arts with a commitment to pastoral care and teaching. A native of Nicaragua, he brings both international experience and a deep engagement in the multicultural life of the Church to his ministry and academic roles.

Fr. Curtis began his university studies at Universidad Católica Redemptoris Mater in Managua, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy with Education Studies and a Master of Arts in Humanities. He also trained in vocal performance at the Conservatory of Music at UPOLI, where he received a Diploma in Opera Studies. Before entering the seminary, he served as an academic secretary at a Catholic high school in Managua and performed with the Teatro Nacional Ruben Dario opera company.

Fr. Curtis pursued his theological studies in the United States, earning a Master of Divinity in Pastoral Ministry and a Master of Arts in Theology with a concentration in Church History at Immaculate Conception Seminary, Seton Hall University. He completed his diaconate service at his home parish, Our Lady of Mt. Virgin in Garfield, NJ, and was ordained to the priesthood of Jesus Christ in May 2016.

Pastoral Experience

• Deacon, Our Lady of Mt. Virgin Parish, Garfield, NJ (2015-2016)
• Parochial Vicar, Saint Helen Parish, Westfield, NJ (2016-2021)
• Parochial Vicar, Saint Catherine of Siena Parish, Cedar Grove, NJ (2021-2022)
• Parochial Vicar and Administrator, Saint Leo, Elmwood Park, NJ (2022-2023)
• Administrator, Saint Catherine of Siena Parish, Hillside, NJ (2024-Present)

Professional Experience

Seton Hall University

• Adjunct Professor, University CORE Curriculum (2022-Present)
• Adjunct Professor, Permanent Diaconate Cohort in Spanish (2023-Present)
• Adjunct Professor, Pastoral Theology (2024-Present)