Rev. Dr. Pari Titus
Professor of Missions
Principal, COTR Theological Seminary
Dean, COTR Global Online Program
Email: principal@cotr.in; dean.cotrgo@gmail.com
Contact: (+91)9443887229
Rev. Dr. Pari Titus currently serves as the Principal of COTR Theological Seminary and the Dean of the COTR Global Online Program. A respected theological educator and missiologist, Dr. Titus brings decades of leadership and ministry experience to the seminary.
Hailing from Salem, Tamil Nadu, Dr. Titus holds a B.Th. from South India Biblical Seminary (SIBS), and both B.D. and M.Th. from Union Biblical Seminary (UBS), Pune. He completed his Ph.D. in Missiology at the Center for Intercultural and Missiological Engagement (CIME), Bangalore. Dr. Pari has held numerous leadership roles in theological education and Christian service. From 1982 to 2007, he served as the Principal of Bethel Bible Institute, Salem. He then took on the role of Executive Director of Bethel Agricultural Fellowship (2007–2016), a prominent NGO involved in childcare, education, health, agriculture, and community development in Tamil Nadu. Dr. Pari Titus served as the Principal of the COTR Theological Seminary from 2016 to 2020.
He is an ordained Presbyter of the Church of North India and has served as the Senior Chaplain of the Bethel Gospel Fellowship in Tamil Nadu. Dr. Pari Titus is married to Dr. Pauline Titus, who holds a Doctorate in Christian Ministry. They are blessed with two sons, Praveen Samuel and Prakash Stephen, and two grandsons, Jiresh and Jeremiah.
Rev. Dr. Dasan Jeyaraj
Dean of Ph. D.
Dean of M.Th. and Ph.D. Studies
Email ID: Jeyaraj.dasan@gmail.com
Contact No: 8008004726
Dasan Jeyaraj, comes from Sawyerpuram, Tamil Nadu, and raised through Bethel Fellowship, Salem, He did his B.Th. at South India Biblical Seminary (SIBS) with three College and University awards, and continued BD and M.Th. at Union Biblical Seminary (UBS) at Pune, MA at Annamalai University, Chidambaram and Ph. D. in Missions at Utrecht University, The Netherlands. He has published more than 15 articles, edited several books and published a book.
He has been serving at various leadership responsibilities in Operation Mobilization, India, such as evangelism team leader and state coordinator, the Principal of the International College of Cultural Studies, Hyderabad (1996-2011)
He has been serving as the adjunct faculty of SAIACS, Bangalore, Calvin Institute of Theology, Hyderabad, Centre for Contemporary Christianity, Bangalore and International College of Cultural Studies, Hyderabad.
In COTR, he serves as the Dean of Ph.D. program and adviser to the GO program. He is the professor of Missions, History and Contextual Theology at the CHURCH ON THE ROCK THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY. Married to Indra and blessed with two married daughters Annie Preethisa and Anuja Premika.
Rev. Mathew Jacob
Registrar
Lecturer, New Testament Studies
Email: registrar@cotr.in | Contact: (0)9490074897 / 7780442559
Rev. Mathew Jacob, originally from Kerala, is a seasoned minister, administrator, and theological educator. He holds a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Philosophy from Andhra University, and earned his Bachelor of Theology (B.Th.), Master of Divinity (M.Div.) and Master of Theology (M.Th) from COTR Theological Seminary, Visakhapatnam.
With a rich background in both pastoral and academic ministry, Rev. Mathew has served in various leadership roles, including Dean of Students at Grace Bible College, Haryana and Registrar at Nagaland Bible College, Mokokchung, Nagaland, where he served for seven years
Since 1998, he has been serving at COTR Theological Seminary, where he currently serves as the Registrar, overseeing academic records, student affairs, and institutional processes. He also serves as the Vice President of the New Testament Church of India, contributing to the growth and leadership of the church nationally.
Rev. Mathew Jacob is married to Mrs. Lydia Mathew, and they are blessed with three children—Blessy, Blesson, and Beulah—and two grandsons, Seth Evan Mathew and David Mathew.
Rev. Hirendra Prasad
Academic Dean
Email: dean.cotr@gmail.com | Contact: (+91)9912132962
Rev. Hirendra Prasad, a committed theological educator and academic leader, hails from Odisha. He holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree from Berhampur University, Odisha. He pursued his Master of Divinity (M.Div.) at South India Baptist Bible College and Seminary, Coimbatore, and later earned a Master of Theology (M.Th.) in New Testament from Hindustan Bible Institute and College, Chennai.
Rev. Hirendra joined COTR Theological Seminary in 2014 and has since been serving with dedication in various capacities. He currently serves as the Academic Dean, overseeing the academic development and administration of the seminary. He has published a few articles in some journals and magazines. He is married to Mrs. Silpa Mol, and together they are committed to ministry and the academic mission of the seminary.
Dr. Michael Kumar Chatterjee
Email: | Contact: (+91)9595682806
Dr. Michael Kumar Chatterjee is from Kolkata, West Bengal. He earned his BD, M.Th., and D.Th. degrees from the Senate of Serampore College (University). With over Fifteen years of experience in the teaching ministry, he has instructed graduate and postgraduate students in the History of Christianity and Missiology departments at various Senate and ATA institutions. He has served in leadership responsibilities in several seminaries throughout India, Andhra Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Maharashtra.
In COTR, he serves as the Dean, History of Christianity Department. He is the professor of History and Missions at the CHURCH ON THE ROCK THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY. Married to Rose V Chatterjee and blessed with son Joel Uttam Chatterjee.
Dr. Amruta Bag
Faculty, COTRTS
Dr. Amruta Bag is from Kalahandi, Odisha. He has Bachelor of Theology (B.Th.) from Beersheba Theological College, Punjab; Master of Divinity (M.Div.) from Susamachar Theological College & Seminary, Bhopal; Master of Theology (M.Th.) and has earned his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in theological studies with specialization in mission from the Ebenezer Theological Seminary, Kerala.
He has published numerous articles in national and international journals and presented in conferences and published three books. Formerly, he was Dean of Academics and Assistant Professor at Berachah Institute of Higher Education and Research, Himachal Pradesh (2011-2024); and Principal at Ichthoos Bible College, A.P. He is married to Jashoda Senapati and blessed with three daughters. He serves as the faculty of COTRTS.
Rev. Dr. Mighty Porus
Faculty – Church History Department, COTR Theological Seminary
Email: mightyporus@gmail.com | Contact: (+91) 9052772252
Dr. Mighty Porus presently serves as a faculty member in the History of Christianity department at COTR Theological Seminary. He lives in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.
Dr. Porus earned a B.Th. degree from Maranatha Training Institute & College in Chennai and received both M.Div. and M.Th. in History of Christianity from Ebenezer Theological Seminary in Kerala. Furthermore, he obtained his Ph.D. in Church History from Ebenezer Theological Seminary, Kerala.
Dr. Porus served God in multiple roles within theological education and Christian ministry. From 2014 to 2024, he served as an Academic Dean at Maranatha Theological Seminary in Hyderabad, where he currently continues to contribute as a visiting faculty member. Additionally, he has served as an adjunct faculty member for several years at India Theological Seminary, located in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. Furthermore, he ministered two years as an assistant pastor at Grace Baptist Church in Hyderabad.
Currently, he serves as an ordained pastor at the Church of I AM, located in Rajeev Nagar and Sirasapalli, Visakhapatnam. In addition, Dr Porus functions as an itinerant preacher as well as resource person in various seminars like Church History, Biblical Hermeneutics, Eschatology, etc. in both Telugu states.
Dr. Porus is married to Mrs. Ramya Sri who holds B.Sc. Computers and actively involves in church ministry.
Dr. K.S. John
MOBILE NO: 9542261060
EMAIL ID: johnks3077@gmail.com
Dr. K S. John, born and brought up in Ranni, Kerala and now residing in J V Agraharam at Bheemunipatnam mandal of Visakhapatnam,
He has completed a two-year diploma at Navajeevodayam Bible College, Kerala. B.Th. and M.Div. at COTRTS, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. M.Th. And Ph. D (Religion and Philosophy) at the Acts Academy of Higher Education at Bengaluru.
Dr. K.S. John served as the IEM missionary from 2002 to 2009 in the Adilabad and Warangal districts of Telangana State, and now serves as the Pastor at Ebenezer Prarthana Mandiram. He served as a visiting faculty member at Christian Renewal Theological Seminary in Vizianagaram and New Life School of Mission in Visakhapatnam. I joined the faculty of the COTR Theological Seminary’s Religion and Philosophy department in 2026.
Dr. K S John is married to Asha John and blessed with a son Joel and a daughter Sona.
Mrs. Helen Johnson Titus
Lecturer, Mission Studies
Treasurer – COTRCOM & NTC
Email: helen@cotr.in | Contact: (+91) 9505337512
Mrs. Helen Johnson Titus is a dedicated educator, administrator, and servant-leader residing in Dorathota, Bheemunipatnam, Visakhapatnam. She holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree from Osmania University, Hyderabad and a Master of Arts (M.A.) from Andhra University, Visakhapatnam. Her theological training includes both a Master of Divinity (M.Div.) and a Master of Theology (M.Th.) in Missions from COTR Theological Seminary.
Having worked overseas for several years, Mrs. Helen now serves in key leadership roles within the COTR College of Ministries and the New Testament Church of India as Treasurer of the Board. She is also the Principal of Nava Jeevan Christian Junior College and the Correspondent of Nava Jeevan Public School, where she continues to impact lives through Christian education and values-based leadership.
She is the beloved wife of Late Rev. Johnson P. Titus, former President of COTR College of Ministries. She is blessed with five children—Joseph, Lea, Joshlena, Jerusha, and Jerrica—and two granddaughters, Jennifer and Jannet.
Dr. Pauline Titus
Email: paulinebethel@ymail.com
Contact: (+91)9443887329
Hailing from Salem, Tamil Nadu, Dr. Pauline Titus holds a B.Th. from Hindustan Bible Institute (HBI) and a Bachelor of Divinity B.D. from Serampore. She took a special course on Biblical Languages (Greek and Hebrew) for 2 years at UBS, 1987-1989. She has completed a Doctorate in Christian Ministry (D. Min) from the Senate of Serampore. Dr. Pauline Titus served as the Faculty Dean of Students at Bethel Bible Institute from 1989 to 2016 and also as the Director, Sponsor Relations Department at Bethel Agricultural Fellowship in Tamil Nadu
Dr. Pauline Titus has been serving the COTRTS since 2017, married to Dr. Pari Titus. They are blessed with two sons, Praveen Samuel and Prakash Stephen, and two grandsons, Jiresh and Jeremiah.
Mrs.Jerusha Lochman
Jerusha Lochman, comes from Jeypore, Orrisa, raised through IPC. She did her B. Th at New Life College, Bangalore and M. Div at COTRTS with academic and Praise and Worship awards. She is currently doing her MA in Psychology and Counseling at School of Ministry and Digital Mission, (IATA) Pune.
She worked as a dean of women at Doulos Theological College. She will be pursuing her M. Th in History of Christianity at COTRTS. She is married to R. Om Prakash and blessed with 2 daughters Sarah Prakash and Keziah Prakash.
Rev. Sam K. Thomas
Assistant Professor, Mission & Intercultural Studies
General Administrator, COTR COM
Email: samthomas@cotr.in | Contact: (+91)8080803442
Rev. Sam K. Thomas serves as a passionate pastor-teacher with over two decades of experience in pastoral ministry and theological education. He earned his Bachelor of Theology (B.Th.) in 2005 and Bachelor of Divinity (B.D.) in 2009 from Serampore University, followed by a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Amity University in 2016. He is currently pursuing his Ph.D. in Christian Studies at SHUATS, Allahabad.
Rev. Sam has served in diverse pastoral contexts across Kerala, Haridwar, Nagpur, Qatar, Oman, and Pune, bringing spiritual leadership and teaching to a wide range of communities. He is the founder of Christ Generation Assemblies (CGA), a ministry committed to equipping the next generation with the Gospel.
He currently serves as Vice President of New Life Society for Social Awareness, the charitable arm of COTR, General Administrator of COTR and General Secretary of the New Testament Church of India. He also continues to minister as an itinerant preacher and teacher, impacting lives both in India and abroad.
Rev. Sam is married to Mrs. Lea Sam, the CEO and Principal of Nava Jeevan Public School. They are blessed with two daughters, Jennifer Sam Thomas and Jannet Johnson Sam.
Rev. Bandi Rajasekhar
Assistant Professor, Church History & Mission Studies
Email: bandirajasekhar7@cotr.in | Contact: (+91)9603618492
Rev. Bandi Rajasekhar hails from Telangana and brings with him a strong background in theological education and mission work. He completed his Bachelor of Theology (B.Th.) at Beersheba Theological College (BTC), Pathankot, Punjab, followed by a Master of Divinity (M.Div.) from South India Biblical Seminary (SIBS), Bangarapet. He further earned his Master of Theology (M.Th.) from Church on the Rock Theological Seminary (COTRTS), Visakhapatnam, where he is currently pursuing his Ph.D. in Missiology.
Rev. Rajasekhar has previously served as an Evangelist in the Dornakal Diocese of the Church of South India (CSI) and as a Lecturer at South Asia Leadership Training and Development Center (SALT DC), Pipariya, Madhya Pradesh (2009–2011). He is an ordained priest in the Anglican Episcopal Church and has published numerous articles in reputed theological journals.
Since 2013, he has been faithfully serving as a faculty member at COTR Theological Seminary, contributing to the academic and spiritual formation of future Christian leaders.
He is married to Mrs. Anitha Raj, a teacher by profession. The couple is blessed with two sons, Samuel Raj and Samson Raj.
Rev. Odugu Raja Babu
Assistant Professor, Religion & Mission Studies
Email: rajababu@cotr.in | Contact: (+91) 9000408754
Rev. Odugu Raja Babu hails from Machilipatnam, Andhra Pradesh, and brings a rich blend of academic excellence and ministerial experience to his role. He earned his Bachelor of Theology (B.Th.) from Jesus and Friends Bible College, Kottarakara, Kerala. He then completed his Master of Divinity (M.Div.) at the South Asia Institute for Leadership and Cultural Studies (SAILCS), Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, followed by a Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.) in the Study of Religions, with a specialization in Hinduism, through Martin Luther Christian University at the South Asia Institute of Advanced Christian Studies (SAIACS), Bengaluru, Karnataka.
Rev. Raja Babu is currently pursuing his Ph.D. in Missiology at Church on the Rock Theological Seminary (COTRTS) in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.
His ministry experience includes serving as a faculty member and chaplain at Asian Bible College, Cochin, Kerala (2013–2014). An ordained minister, Rev. Raja Babu has been faithfully serving as a faculty member at COTRTS since 2017, where he contributes to theological training and spiritual development.
He is married to Mrs. Karuna Kumari, and they are blessed with two sons, Joseph Raj and Jayden Raj.
Mr. Monceymon Joseph
Lecturer, Missions Studies
Email: monceymonjoseph@cotr.in | Contact: (+91) 8919676110
Mr. Monceymon Joseph hails from Kerala and brings a diverse and rich academic background to his ministry and teaching. He began his theological studies with a Bachelor of Theology (B.Th.) from Faith Bible College, Mumbai, followed by a Master of Divinity (M.Div.) and Master of Theology (M.Th.) in Missiology at New Life Biblical Seminary, Ayoor, Kerala. Additionally, he earned a Postgraduate Diploma in Ministries from Hebron Bible College, IPC Headquarters, Kumbanad, Kerala.
Alongside his theological education, Mr. Joseph has earned several secular qualifications, including an Engineering Diploma in Electronics and Communication from the Technical Education Board of Kerala and a Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) in Electronics and Communication Engineering from Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT). He also holds Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Sociology, as well as a Bachelor’s degree in Library and Information Science from Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), and is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in the same field.
He has served the Lord in various ministry capacities over the years, including Pastoral responsibility and lecturing role at True Light for Asia Bible College, Vengoor Kottarakkara. Since September 2018, he has been serving as a dedicated faculty member in the Missions Department at Church on the Rock Theological Seminary. He is also currently serving as the Faculty Library-in-Charge, overseeing the development and organization of the seminary library.
Mr. Joseph is married to Mrs. Blessy P. Thankachan, and they are blessed with a son named Rayan.
O M Prakash
Email: Prakash0292@gmail.com
Mobile No: 9493383214
R.Om Prakash is from Tamil Nadu but grew up at Hyderabad. He did his Bachelor of Theology (B.Th) from Church on the Rock Theological Seminary, Vishakapatnam during the years 2010–2013. Master of Divinity (M.Div) at Antioch Biblical Seminary & College, Puducherry from 2013–2015. Pursued Master of Theology (M.Th) in the Department of New Testament at Hindustan Bible Institute, Chennai from 2016-2019.
From 2019-2021 served as a faculty and Vice-principal at Koinonia College of Theology and from 2021-2025 served as a faculty, Dean of Men, Extension Program coordinator at Doulos Theological College, Aluva, Kerala.
Currently serving as a faculty at COTRTS.
He is married to Jerusha Lochman from Orissa. God has blessed with two daughters, the elder one is Sarah Prakash, and the younger one is Keziah Prakash.
Rev. Dr. Abraham Saggu
HOD,OldTestament
COTRTS, Dorathota, Vizag.
Dr. Abraham Saggu hails from Telangana State. Abraham accepted the Lord as his personal savior during his intermediate studies, felt God’s call the following year, and began his theological studies. He completed his BTh from Hindustan Bible Institute, Chennai; BD from Union Biblical Seminary, Pune; MTh from United Theological College, Bangalore; and MA(Philosophy) from Osmania University. Furthermore, he has earned his PhD from Mysore University for the research he conducted at SAIACS, Bangalore, in the field of the Old Testament. He published 15 articles in theological journals and edited books, co-edited a book, and published another.
He began his ministry as a village pastor for a year and thereafter served as a theological teacher at several institutions, including MBCBC, Shamshabad; SIBS, Bangarapet; SAIACS, Bangalore; AGST Nepal, Kathmandu; and Caleb Institute, Farukhnagar, Haryana. He also taught as an adjunct faculty member at several institutions in North & South India, Kuwait, and Nepal. Besides teaching the Old Testament at all these Institutions, he also served as Registrar, Academic Dean, Director of D. Min studies, and Head of the Old Testament Department in various institutions. His academic administrative experience includes founding Asia Graduate School of Theology in Nepal, a consortium of 8 theological colleges offering M.Div and MTh programs across 5 departments. He continues to volunteer as a professor, advisor, and consultant to the theological colleges in Nepal. He also served as the executive member of ATA India. He served as Treasurer of ATA India for two terms and as an executive member of the Society for Biblical Studies in India, serving two terms as its treasurer. As the Dean of AGSTNP, he also served on the AGST Council of ATA.
At COTRTS, he has been an adjunct faculty member for the last three years. He has now been appointed Head of the Old Testament Department. In this capacity, he will be heading and teaching the MTh Old Testament students.
Abraham is married to Mrs. Esther Rani Saggu, who will also be working in the COTRTS Library on a voluntary capacity. They are blessed with three married children and two grandchildren.
Mr. Sa
muel Smith
Media Manager
Email: media@cotr.in | Contact: (+91) 9177843173
Mr. Samuel is from Vijayawada and holds a Bachelor of Theology (B.Th.) as well as a Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration from IGNOU, Delhi. Combining his theological training with strong technical expertise, he has developed skills in graphic design and motion graphics.
From 2005 to 2009, he served as a Sound Engineer and Audio Editor with Operation Mobilization (OM) India, and later took on the role of Film Team Leader for OM India in Uttar Pradesh. From 2009 to 2016, he contributed to the Video Communication Department at OM India.
Since May 2016, Mr. Samuel has been serving as the Media Manager for the COTR Media Department, overseeing various media initiatives and communications. He is married to Ruth, and they are blessed with a daughter, Nathaniya Hadassah Samuel (affectionately called Pretty). The family currently resides on the Dorathota campus.
Dr. Thomas Robert Forster
Thomas Robert Forster has been serving as adjunct lecturer at COTRTS since 2023. He earned his PhD from the University of Aberdeen (UK) and his MTh from the Independent Theological Seminary of Basel (ITS Basel), Switzerland, both in Historical Theology. Previously, he was lecturer of systematic theology and church history at the Biblical Seminary of the Philippines (BSOP) in Manila, and Evangel Seminary (ES) in Hong Kong, China. He is the author of Eduard Böhl’s (1836-1903) Concept for a Re-Emergence of Reformation Thought (2009), a study on a long-lost conservative figure in German academia. Among his other writings, he authored articles on the apocryphal books, on the Imago Dei as a ‘sphere of relationship’, and on a Christological reading of the Old Testament.
