Speaker: Rev. Dr. Jason Cook

Rev. Dr. Jason Cook has previously served for eight years as the settled minister for the UU Congregation in Fullerton. Before that, he was assistant minister for the large congregation of Mt. Diablo UU. He has served as Admissions Director for Meadville Lombard Theological School, one of two designated UU seminaries. His recently completed doctoral work tackles how our faith communities can offer spiritual healing for a nation that has suffered narcissistic abuse. In his spare time, Rev. Jason can be found performing on stage in Orange and Los Angeles counties, or spending time with his husband, Lawrence. Rev. Jason is delighted to serve as UU of SCV’s half-time minister.

In this Moment

Rev. Dr. Jason Cook leads this worship service dedicated to dealing with the challenges faced by the fires this week. How do we find our way through difficult times? Where do we find meaning amidst struggle and grief? What sustains us in moments like this?

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At the Turning of the Year

We celebrate the new year by honoring our stories of death and birth, letting go, and holding on.

We’ll pass out reflection words for the year and set our intentions going forward into 2025.

A UU Christmas

‘Tis the season once again for a reminder that our presence as Unitarian Universalists was influential in creating Christmas as we know it. Whether we as individuals identify as Christian or not, the bigger message for UUs during this season is one of being present … read more.

Holiday Glow

December holidays share one theme in common: the glow of light amidst darkness. Whether we are talking about Hanukkah, Christmas, or the Winter Solstice, our presence can light candles for others to find their way. But are there enough candles for everyone?

To Repair and Renew

Rev. Jason and Worship Chair Louise Klatt lead the congregation in an important worship service focused on visioning the near future at UU of SCV.

What does it mean to nurture what we already have in place? What might need to be repaired, renewed, and … read more.

Listening to the Ancestors

This time of year brings us Halloween, All Souls’ Day, and Dia de los Muertos, there has been an historical emphasis on listening to the voices of our ancestors. Whose voices are we individually remembering during this season of Autumn? And as Unitarian Universalists, what … read more.

Chasing Balloons

Rev. Dr. Jason Cook introduces himself as UU of SCV’s new half-time minister.

In this time of change — both in the world and in Unitarian Universalism — how do we listen deeply as a faith community to what is calling us forward? What does … read more.