St. Joseph was a builder.
St. Joseph not only was devoted husband to Mary and foster father to Jesus, he also was a skilled craftsman and builder.
He knew that to make a vision become a reality, you needed:
the right plan,
the right tools, and
the right resources.
God gave St. Joseph these gifts in the exact amounts he needed to be successful, just as He provides your mission the gifts you need to be successful.
St. Joseph Strategies will help you identify and cultivate the gifts of your faith community so that, like St. Joseph, you can build your vision.
About Us
Thank you for visiting our website and learning more about what we do at St. Joseph Strategies. Let me tell you more about myself.
My name is Dave Cook and I founded St. Joseph Strategies because I believe Christian stewardship is at the center of renewal in the Catholic Church.
For more than two decades, I have been blessed to serve Catholic dioceses, parishes, schools, and institutions. During this time, I have helped raise more than $60 million to support extraordinary missions and have had the joy of recruiting and collaborating with hundreds of dedicated volunteers.
My journey has included holding executive leadership roles and serving on boards, all of which have deepened my appreciation for God’s abundant blessings on His Church and the remarkable ways God’s gifts shine uniquely through each of His baptized sons and daughters. Yet…
There is still so much untapped potential in the hearts of the faithful - grace that our Church and world desperately need!
My sincere hope is to work with you to help bring out that potential so that we can build a stronger Church and world.
St. Joseph knew how to build, and he never lacked for the grace to fulfill his work. It is the same for me and you.
Let’s build together!
Dave Cook, Founder & CEO
St. Joseph Strategies, LLC
Beyond the blessings of a fulfilling career in Church leadership, I am incredibly grateful for my amazing wife, Cara and our six wonderful children. Meet the Cook family! From left to right: Francesca, Rose, David Jr. (top), Gabriel (bottom), Teresa, Cara, Joseph and me. Our family is a constant source of joy and inspiration.
“Whoever sows bountifully will also reap bountifully.”
— 2 Corinthians 9:6
Our Values
Walking Two Miles
“Should anyone press you into service for one mile, go with him two miles.” (Mt 5:41) We strive not only to walk in your shoes but to go the extra mile alongside you: to consistently exceed your expectations in service and outcome.
Sharpening the Axe
“If I had six hours to chop down a tree, I would spend the first four sharpening the axe.” (Abraham Lincoln) Being busy doesn’t always mean being effective. Our goal is to carefully identify and strategically focus on the areas that will have the greatest impact, ensuring your mission achieves meaningful and lasting results.
Attacking the Curves
The path to achieving your vision is rarely a straight line—it requires navigating twists and turns with determination. At every curve, we embrace the challenge, turning obstacles into opportunities to accelerate and grow stronger.
