Joshua Hopper is an Air Force veteran and graduate of Troy University, holding degrees in business, psychology, and military studies. He spent ten years working in the tech and finance sectors before transitioning to the Executive Director role. A member of Grace Polaris Church in Columbus, Ohio, Joshua is married to his wife, Claire, and together they have two children. As a follower of Jesus Christ, he is committed to using his military background, professional experience, and leadership gifts to advance the mission of the Eagle Commission—supporting and equipping military chaplains to faithfully serve those in uniform for the glory of God.

“The best part of chaplain ministry is its variety of contexts and settings: being a pastor/teacher to believers, a missionary/evangelist to those seeking, an advisor to leaders, a counselor to those seeking help and a friend to all. The opportunities to develop deep friendships with persons from every part of the world, from every ethnic background and even religions is unmatched in most ministry contexts. It truly becomes a ‘band of brothers … and sisters.'”