Peace. Healing. Wholeness. Purpose. Presence of God. I believe we can experience all these things and more today.  

 

My greatest joy is to create a safe place for any person to look for God in their story.  I don’t have all the "right answers." But I am amazed at what happens when we gather together, share our thoughts and make space for God to speak, heal or do whatever God wants to do. 

 

Yes, I have an education and professional experience…  a master’s degree in theological studies and spiritual formation, and extensive training in both contemplative practices and inner-healing prayer. I also have years of experience, first at a large marketing firm in the Twin Cities, and then in ministry at a variety of churches where I have preached and ministered to thousands.

 

However, most of what I bring to the table comes from the “University of Life'' where I have been exposed to my own brokenness, healing, doubts, restoration and joy.  Coming from a Christian perspective, I have had the privilege of sitting with literally hundreds of people with a variety of views who discover they can be vulnerable without judgment, and loved without an agenda. And together, we more clearly see God in our midst. What a concept.

 

So that’s who I am… humbly dependent but fully confident in a God who is with us, loves us and accepts us right where we are at and leads us forward toward even more wholeness and purpose.

 

I look forward to meeting you and hearing more of your story.

Thoughts from Others

"As a Spiritual Director, Julia has used her gift to further my call and spiritual formation.  The wisdom in her guidance has allowed the Holy Spirit to move in my ministry, as well as my personal faith journey. I have stepped into a great fullness, boldness and sureness of my gifts and passions under Julia's mentorship. I will forever be grateful for Pastor Julia's ministry in my life. "

Melissa D.

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