Sr. Julia Walsh is a Franciscan Sister of Perpetual Adoration and part of her congregation’s formation team, serving women who are discerning their vocation. Along with another Franciscan Sister, she co-founded The Fireplace, an intentional community and house of hospitality on Chicago's South Side that offers spiritual support to artists and activists. She has a master's degree in pastoral studies from Catholic Theological Union and is a certified spiritual director and secondary teacher. As a creative writer, educator, retreat presenter and speaker, she is passionate about exploring the intersection of creativity, spirituality, activism and community life. Her work can be found in publications such as America, Living Faith Catholic Devotional, Global Sisters Report and St. Anthony Messenger. She blogs and podcasts at MessyJesusBusiness.com. She is @JuliaFSPA on Twitter
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The story in the world's heart
Dec 24, 2015
Moving for God: The dilemma of diversity
Nov 13, 2015
A new school year and a refreshed legacy
Sep 4, 2015
Ordinary lights
Aug 7, 2015
Hearts on fire for the good of all
Jul 3, 2015
Getting ready for the party of my life
May 29, 2015
Table manners and global sisterhood
Apr 24, 2015
Technology, connections and Lenten solidarity
Mar 27, 2015
More than boy-crazy
Feb 13, 2015
My journey into my family of grandmas
Nov 21, 2014
Heaven and Earth: Lessons learned in Assisi
Oct 24, 2014
Old-fashioned trunk-centered simplicity
Sep 12, 2014
A new ministry model of relationship and healing
Jul 8, 2014
The pain of climate change
May 12, 2014