The Baker Podcast19 Dec 2025

7: Fire Chaplain Jim Cook

Join host Christopher Baker and guest Fire Chaplain Jim Cook as they discuss mental health and suicide prevention in the fire service. This episode covers the work of the California Fire Chaplain Association, the Federation of Fire Chaplains, and the importance of maintaining work-life balance in such a demanding profession.

As we enter the holiday season, let’s remember to take care of one another—so our brothers and sisters can go home and take care of their families.

988 Lifeline - If you need emotional support, reach out to the national mental health hotline: 988

Biography:

Chaplain Jim Cook retired from CDF/Cal Fire and the Riverside County Fire Department as a Battalion Chief after 36 years of service. He has been involved in the Volunteer Reserve Chaplain program in Riverside County since 1997 and has helped develop an effective chaplaincy for his department. Their chaplains have supported mutual aid needs for San Bernardino County, San Diego County, and statewide. Chaplain Cook has been a member of the Federation of Fire Chaplains since 2003 and is currently serving on the FFC Board as the past President. He is a member of the International Critical Incident Stress Foundation and President of the California Fire Chaplain Association. He holds an A.A. degree in Biblical and Theological Studies and serves as the Pastor at Cabazon Fellowship, in Cabazon, California.

Jim is married to Roxie, and they celebrated 52 years of marriage this year. Together, they have six children and six grandchildren. Roxie has been an integral supporter of Jim's chaplain ministry and the FFC community.

Show Notes: https://www.thebakerpodcast.com/blog/7-fire-chaplain-jim-cook

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