Arkaios, a Greek word meaning “beginning point”, is to be a place that seeks to serve and glorify Christ by renewing, refreshing and restoring the body, mind and spirit of those currently serving in full or part- time ministry anywhere around the world. For more information, contact Jeff or Mary Lee Meter at the phone number listed above. …read more
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Valid Expenses for a Church or Ministry Mark Helland, CPA Mark Helland, CPA is a partner with the public accounting firm of Elliott, Dozier and Helland, PC (www.edhcpa.com) which is located in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Mark specializes in audit, outsourced bookkeeping and tax related issues for church and ministry clients across the United States. For further […]
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Before pastoring, Mark traveled to several foreign countries, where he saw the hand of God move mightily. Besides pastoring the congregation, he has a heart to train up leaders in the Body of Christ. Mark is known for his sensitivity to the Holy Spirit. The Lord regularly gives him songs, hymns and spiritual songs that always bless and encourage the people. …read more
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Your enemy loves to work in a shroud of secrecy. He likes to keep his tactics hidden. And people who use these “secret note strategies” are operating in an occult activity without realizing it. They are infantile in their faith and don’t know any better. Some think they are doing God a favor, without realizing the nature of the spirit that is actually motivating them. …read more
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Two years ago we met Alfie Fabe of Mitchells Plain. He is an apostolic father to many in several nations. In the twenty minutes of our first meeting, one thing he said that struck a cord in my heart was, “There are two kinds of ministry: professional and relational.” Since then, I have contemplated this much and discussed it with Alfie and others. I have had a passion to be the latter, having been the former for many years. …read more
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It took some time to see the congregation grab hold of the vision that God had given me. The church started before my wife and I had come there, and after we arrived it began to grow because of many committed people. Our Sunday morning services grew between 400-500 people, driving from an hour radius. …read more
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The more we understand what sin is all about and how it works, the better equipped we are to break free from its control. Actually, people usually don’t like to talk about sin, and yet, understanding how it works gives us the advantage and the power to get free from it. Turning on the lights always chases away the darkness. …read more
https://tonycooke.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/TCMLogo2022-300x138.png00Tony Cookehttps://tonycooke.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/TCMLogo2022-300x138.pngTony Cooke2014-10-15 19:05:512014-10-15 19:05:51The Truth About Temptation by Pastor Mark Garver
Over the course of my career in working directly with pastors on their tax and personal finances I have seen a few “myths” that repeatedly come up in conversation and in practice. While I have seen other myths/misunderstandings of U.S. tax law in practice, the frequency of encountering the five “myths” listed below has led me proclaim these to be my personal “top five”. …read more
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In this world, one thing is certain: there will be tough times. No one is immune to the pressures, problems and challenges of life. Relationship struggles, financial challenges, health concerns, and family problems are part of living in this world. …read more
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It is an honor to be talking to you. I have gleaned much from Rev. Tony Cooke and the resources on this site. So it is a pleasure to help be a supply any way we can be. I suppose anyone in ministry could take something away from this article, but it is particularly designed for pastors taking over existing works. …read more
https://tonycooke.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/TCMLogo2022-300x138.png00Tony Cookehttps://tonycooke.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/TCMLogo2022-300x138.pngTony Cooke2014-10-15 19:05:492014-10-15 19:05:49Tips for the Second Generation by Pastor Joel Sims
This article is designed to provide accurate and authoritative information in regard to the subject matter covered. It is shared with the understanding that neither the author nor Tony Cooke Ministries is engaged in rendering legal, accounting, psychological, medical or other professional services. …read more
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Missionary Wanda Casper, Shares How “In Search of Timothy” Video Seminar Strengthens Pastors and Church Leaders in the Philippines Since November of 1983, Wanda Casper has been "preaching, teaching and healing in the Name of Jesus Christ" in India, Republic of South Africa, Mozambique, Swaziland, Botswana, Great Britain, the Philippine Islands and the USA. In […]
Health savings accounts (“HSA’s”) are available to taxpayers who are enrolled in a high deductible health plan. In effect, the health savings account works in tandem with your health insurance plan but provides a separate savings component. Annual amounts established by the IRS can be contributed to the health savings account with an “above the line” tax deduction being available for the contribution. …read more
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Certain words have, in addition to merely waltzing across the stage of time, actually propelled the script of history. In particular, the interplay between two meaning-dense words can create something like a grammatical nuclear reaction; the waves of which touch every level of human existence. …read more
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Questions with common themes tend to come up from time to time in the day-to-day operations of churches and ministries. I thought it would be helpful for my tax and accounting article this month to focus on some frequently asked questions that can be tricky to navigate correctly. …read more
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Last year when Pastors Jack and Marilyn Yurus moved their congregation, Hudson Valley Family Church, from rented rooms at a local college to assist a nearby community church, Pastor Jack knew it was ordained by God. Fixing up the church building took a tremendous amount of heavy cleaning, repairing, building, painting and patience. …read more
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This article is designed to provide accurate and authoritative information in regard to the subject matter covered. It is shared with the understanding that neither the author nor Tony Cooke Ministries is engaged in rendering legal, accounting, psychological, medical or other professional services. Laws and regulations are continually changing, and can vary according to location and time. No representation is made that the information herein is applicable for all locations and times. If legal advice or other expert assistance is required, the services of a competent professional person should be sought. …read more
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Synthetic vs. Authentic Leadership Dr. Dave Williams, D.Min, D.D. Dave Williams served as pastor of Mount Hope Church in Lansing, Michigan, for more than thirty years. In that time, Dave trained thousands of ministers through the Mount Hope Bible Training Institute, Dave Williams’ Church Planter’s School, and Dave Williams’ School for Pacesetting Church Leaders. Dave […]
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A national survey in 2001 of more than 2,500 Christian religious leaders conducted by Duke Divinity School showed that 76 percent of Christian clergy were either overweight or obese, 15 percentage points higher than for the general U.S. population. And other research has shown that clergy across all faiths are succumbing to higher rates of obesity, hypertension, diabetes and other ailments than their congregants. …read more
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Supernatural Adventures in God Jeanne Cook Rev. Dennis and Jeanne Cook, have been missionaries in the Darien jungle of Panama, Central America since 1981. Their four grown children, Christopher, Jennifer, Jason and Chad, spent many years helping in the ministry in the jungle. The vision of Vida Ministries is to train national pastors in a […]
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Succession Planning – It’s a Cultural Thing! Don Burns Don Burns’ experience in sales and marketing spans decades and industries. Throughout his career, he has generated growth through numerous leadership roles including a global marketing position for a $3 billion medical device company where he was responsible for digital marketing and e-commerce for 46 divisions […]
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Stop Complaining Pastor Steve Roll Steve Roll is a gifted pastor, counselor, author, consultant and motivator with over thirty years of ministry experience. His ministry specializes in restoration and renewal of relationships. Steve has a heart for people who are hurting and feel defeated. He is experienced in crisis counseling and is sought out for […]
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Successful Church Finances Pastor Dave Williams Dr. Dave Williams, D. Min. is pastor of Mount Hope Church and International Outreach Ministries in Lansing, Michigan. Under his leadership, the church has grown from 225 to over 4000 members in attendance today. He has a heart for missions and a strong commitment to evangelize the lost. His […]
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Staying on Course Virgil Stokes Virgil Stokes is a Pastor and Teacher, serving churches since 1980 in Oklahoma, New York, and Arizona. He and his wife, Judy, pioneered Faith Christian Fellowship of Tucson in 2004. Prior to entering ministry Virgil worked as a Registered Nurse in the field of mental health and addictions treatment. A […]
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Re-Connecting with Your Spouse by Steve & Jane Hutchinson Steve Hutchinson has served as a church planter and Lead Pastor for over 17 years. He has also served in various capacities such as an Associate Pastor, Worship Director, Youth Pastor, Bible School instructor and Sports Director. He is currently serving as an author and traveling […]
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Vacation Opportunities for Pastors Compiled by Dr. Dan Beller
/in Articles by Others /by Tony CookeArkaios, a Greek word meaning “beginning point”, is to be a place that seeks to serve and glorify Christ by renewing, refreshing and restoring the body, mind and spirit of those currently serving in full or part- time ministry anywhere around the world. For more information, contact Jeff or Mary Lee Meter at the phone number listed above. …read more
Valid Expenses for a Church or Ministry by Mark Helland, CPA
/in Articles by Others /by Tony CookeValid Expenses for a Church or Ministry Mark Helland, CPA Mark Helland, CPA is a partner with the public accounting firm of Elliott, Dozier and Helland, PC (www.edhcpa.com) which is located in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Mark specializes in audit, outsourced bookkeeping and tax related issues for church and ministry clients across the United States. For further […]
Understanding a Pastor’s Call by Pastor Mark Garver
/in Articles by Others /by Tony CookeBefore pastoring, Mark traveled to several foreign countries, where he saw the hand of God move mightily. Besides pastoring the congregation, he has a heart to train up leaders in the Body of Christ. Mark is known for his sensitivity to the Holy Spirit. The Lord regularly gives him songs, hymns and spiritual songs that always bless and encourage the people. …read more
Unsigned Notes by Dr. Dave Williams
/in Articles by Others /by Tony CookeYour enemy loves to work in a shroud of secrecy. He likes to keep his tactics hidden. And people who use these “secret note strategies” are operating in an occult activity without realizing it. They are infantile in their faith and don’t know any better. Some think they are doing God a favor, without realizing the nature of the spirit that is actually motivating them. …read more
Two Kinds of Ministry: Professional and Relational By Rodney Lloyd
/in Articles by Others /by Tony CookeTwo years ago we met Alfie Fabe of Mitchells Plain. He is an apostolic father to many in several nations. In the twenty minutes of our first meeting, one thing he said that struck a cord in my heart was, “There are two kinds of ministry: professional and relational.” Since then, I have contemplated this much and discussed it with Alfie and others. I have had a passion to be the latter, having been the former for many years. …read more
Successfully Transitioning in Ministry by Bob Hoover
/in Articles by Others /by Tony CookeIt took some time to see the congregation grab hold of the vision that God had given me. The church started before my wife and I had come there, and after we arrived it began to grow because of many committed people. Our Sunday morning services grew between 400-500 people, driving from an hour radius. …read more
The Truth About Temptation by Pastor Mark Garver
/in Articles by Others /by Tony CookeThe more we understand what sin is all about and how it works, the better equipped we are to break free from its control. Actually, people usually don’t like to talk about sin, and yet, understanding how it works gives us the advantage and the power to get free from it. Turning on the lights always chases away the darkness. …read more
The Top Five Tax and Personal Finance “Myths” for Pastors By Mark Helland, CPA
/in Articles by Others /by Tony CookeOver the course of my career in working directly with pastors on their tax and personal finances I have seen a few “myths” that repeatedly come up in conversation and in practice. While I have seen other myths/misunderstandings of U.S. tax law in practice, the frequency of encountering the five “myths” listed below has led me proclaim these to be my personal “top five”. …read more
Tough Times Don’t Last by Pastor Tim Gilligan
/in Articles by Others /by Tony CookeIn this world, one thing is certain: there will be tough times. No one is immune to the pressures, problems and challenges of life. Relationship struggles, financial challenges, health concerns, and family problems are part of living in this world. …read more
Tips for the Second Generation by Pastor Joel Sims
/in Articles by Others /by Tony CookeIt is an honor to be talking to you. I have gleaned much from Rev. Tony Cooke and the resources on this site. So it is a pleasure to help be a supply any way we can be. I suppose anyone in ministry could take something away from this article, but it is particularly designed for pastors taking over existing works. …read more
10 Things Every Pastor Should Know Before They Build
/in Articles by Others /by Tony CookeThis article is designed to provide accurate and authoritative information in regard to the subject matter covered. It is shared with the understanding that neither the author nor Tony Cooke Ministries is engaged in rendering legal, accounting, psychological, medical or other professional services. …read more
“In Search of Timothy” Video Seminar Strengthens Pastors
/in Articles by Others /by Tony CookeMissionary Wanda Casper, Shares How “In Search of Timothy” Video Seminar Strengthens Pastors and Church Leaders in the Philippines Since November of 1983, Wanda Casper has been "preaching, teaching and healing in the Name of Jesus Christ" in India, Republic of South Africa, Mozambique, Swaziland, Botswana, Great Britain, the Philippine Islands and the USA. In […]
Overlooked Tax Saving Strategies for Tax Season by Mark Helland
/in Articles by Others /by Tony CookeHealth savings accounts (“HSA’s”) are available to taxpayers who are enrolled in a high deductible health plan. In effect, the health savings account works in tandem with your health insurance plan but provides a separate savings component. Annual amounts established by the IRS can be contributed to the health savings account with an “above the line” tax deduction being available for the contribution. …read more
Condemnation and Conviction: The Vital Difference by Keith Trump
/in Articles by Others /by Tony CookeCertain words have, in addition to merely waltzing across the stage of time, actually propelled the script of history. In particular, the interplay between two meaning-dense words can create something like a grammatical nuclear reaction; the waves of which touch every level of human existence. …read more
Tax Q & A’s for Churches and Ministries by Mark Helland
/in Articles by Others /by Tony CookeQuestions with common themes tend to come up from time to time in the day-to-day operations of churches and ministries. I thought it would be helpful for my tax and accounting article this month to focus on some frequently asked questions that can be tricky to navigate correctly. …read more
Taking Prayer Requests: Outreach from Hudson Valley Family Church by Elizabeth Murray
/in Articles by Others /by Tony CookeLast year when Pastors Jack and Marilyn Yurus moved their congregation, Hudson Valley Family Church, from rented rooms at a local college to assist a nearby community church, Pastor Jack knew it was ordained by God. Fixing up the church building took a tremendous amount of heavy cleaning, repairing, building, painting and patience. …read more
Tax Credits for Churches and Ministries? by Mark Helland CPA
/in Articles by Others /by Tony CookeThis article is designed to provide accurate and authoritative information in regard to the subject matter covered. It is shared with the understanding that neither the author nor Tony Cooke Ministries is engaged in rendering legal, accounting, psychological, medical or other professional services. Laws and regulations are continually changing, and can vary according to location and time. No representation is made that the information herein is applicable for all locations and times. If legal advice or other expert assistance is required, the services of a competent professional person should be sought. …read more
Synthetic vs. Authentic Leadership by Dr. Dave Williams
/in Articles by Others /by Tony CookeSynthetic vs. Authentic Leadership Dr. Dave Williams, D.Min, D.D. Dave Williams served as pastor of Mount Hope Church in Lansing, Michigan, for more than thirty years. In that time, Dave trained thousands of ministers through the Mount Hope Bible Training Institute, Dave Williams’ Church Planter’s School, and Dave Williams’ School for Pacesetting Church Leaders. Dave […]
Taking a Break From The Pastor’s Weekly Briefing
/in Articles by Others /by Tony CookeA national survey in 2001 of more than 2,500 Christian religious leaders conducted by Duke Divinity School showed that 76 percent of Christian clergy were either overweight or obese, 15 percentage points higher than for the general U.S. population. And other research has shown that clergy across all faiths are succumbing to higher rates of obesity, hypertension, diabetes and other ailments than their congregants. …read more
Supernatural Adventures in God by Jeanne Cook
/in Articles by Others /by Tony CookeSupernatural Adventures in God Jeanne Cook Rev. Dennis and Jeanne Cook, have been missionaries in the Darien jungle of Panama, Central America since 1981. Their four grown children, Christopher, Jennifer, Jason and Chad, spent many years helping in the ministry in the jungle. The vision of Vida Ministries is to train national pastors in a […]
Succession Planning – It’s a Cultural Thing! by Don Burns
/in Articles by Others /by Tony CookeSuccession Planning – It’s a Cultural Thing! Don Burns Don Burns’ experience in sales and marketing spans decades and industries. Throughout his career, he has generated growth through numerous leadership roles including a global marketing position for a $3 billion medical device company where he was responsible for digital marketing and e-commerce for 46 divisions […]
Stop Complaining by Pastor Steve Roll
/in Articles by Others /by Tony CookeStop Complaining Pastor Steve Roll Steve Roll is a gifted pastor, counselor, author, consultant and motivator with over thirty years of ministry experience. His ministry specializes in restoration and renewal of relationships. Steve has a heart for people who are hurting and feel defeated. He is experienced in crisis counseling and is sought out for […]
Successful Church Finances by Pastor Dave Williams
/in Articles by Others /by Tony CookeSuccessful Church Finances Pastor Dave Williams Dr. Dave Williams, D. Min. is pastor of Mount Hope Church and International Outreach Ministries in Lansing, Michigan. Under his leadership, the church has grown from 225 to over 4000 members in attendance today. He has a heart for missions and a strong commitment to evangelize the lost. His […]
Staying on Course by Virgil Stokes
/in Articles by Others /by Tony CookeStaying on Course Virgil Stokes Virgil Stokes is a Pastor and Teacher, serving churches since 1980 in Oklahoma, New York, and Arizona. He and his wife, Judy, pioneered Faith Christian Fellowship of Tucson in 2004. Prior to entering ministry Virgil worked as a Registered Nurse in the field of mental health and addictions treatment. A […]
Re-Connecting with Your Spouse by Steve & Jane Hutchinson
/in Articles by Others /by Tony CookeRe-Connecting with Your Spouse by Steve & Jane Hutchinson Steve Hutchinson has served as a church planter and Lead Pastor for over 17 years. He has also served in various capacities such as an Associate Pastor, Worship Director, Youth Pastor, Bible School instructor and Sports Director. He is currently serving as an author and traveling […]