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Pastor Steve O. Cooper, loving husband, father, and a second-generation senior Pastor of Nu-Way International Christian Ministries, a non-denominational church with two locations located in the Greater San Diego and Riverside County areas. The Lord has shown him much favor as he witnessed a rapidly growing congregation ever since the day he, and his wife/best friend Peggy, were inspired with the name Nu-Way Ministries, which originates from the new testament scripture ...by a New and living Way (Hebrews 10:20)​ Contributions & Achievements

Pastor Cooper has made many contributions to the San Diego community. His love and dedication to community have gained wide spread recognition and notoriety. In May of 1996, he was awarded the Channel 10 Leadership Award for his contributions to the San Diego community. He has received special commendations & recognition by Mayor Susan Golding, and County Supervisor Leon Williams. Not to mention having the honor of May 8th declared as Steve O. Cooper day by Senator Steve Peace. As former member of the Gospel singing group the “Last Words,” Steve O. Cooper is known for his work in the radio industry. His musical talent is expressed through his unique style of praise and worship, which has opened the door for the many miracles God has performed throughout his congregation.

He has also organized and promoted several concerts featuring recording artists John P. Kee, the Winans, and various others. Pastor Cooper is known for being a humbled, dedicated servant of the Lord, whose endeavor is to bring all those who will into the knowledge of Christ. He, along with his family, has given much of themselves to the ministry in which God has placed him over, even to the point of almost losing his life.

In April of 2008 Pastor Cooper was bestowed with the honor of receiving his Honorary Doctorate of Divinity Degree for his service to the ministry and to the San Diego community and abroad. For seventeen years God has continuously shown His favor upon Dr. Cooper as he has faithfully served in the capacity of a Pastor and Shepard.

While currently overseeing two ministries here in Southern California, and having birthed seven churches during the duration of his ministry not to mention his receiving numerous accommodations, Dr. Cooper has continued to serve with love, humility and in purpose doing the will of God and he continues to stress that more than anything his desire is to serve the Lord no matter what the calling. Dr. Cooper has experienced many highs & lows over the years, nonetheless his faith in God has strengthened him every step of the way. He is known for being a man of faith, a man with a vision, and he has made it his goal to strive to be victorious in Jesus name.