Dr. Rod Cooper is the Kenneth and Jean Hansen Professor of Leadership and Discipleship at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary in Charlotte, NC. He also is the Director of Graduate Programs in Counseling. In addition to teaching, Rod has a reputation nationally and internationally as a powerful and impactful communicator.
He has spoken to a variety of audiences including stadium and arena events for Promise Keepers, “I Still Do” arena conferences for Dennis Rainey’s Family life, men’s groups, leadership conferences, marriage and family retreats, Bible conferences, and consults with various organizations.
Along with these teaching and speaking positions, Rod was also a chaplain for the Houston Oilers and the Houston Astros franchises and has spoken to numerous professional sports franchises. Rod has written numerous books, articles and published sermons. Rod and his wife, Nancy, live in the Charlotte, N.C. area, where they share a love for sports, people, and God’s Word.