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Thursday, October 10, 2024

Julie A. Ferraro

Julie A. Ferraro is director of communications at the Center for Benedictine Life at the Monastery of St. Gertrude, Cottonwood, Idaho. Originally from South Bend, Indiana, she is a mother and grandmother. She has been a journalist for more than 35 years and continues her studies of both Benedictine and Franciscan spirituality.

A special season: A time for hope, action & stewardship

Explore the Season of Creation through Benedictine values. Learn how the Center for Benedictine Life practices environmental stewardship, from managing 1,000 acres of land to creating programs for ecological awareness and justice.

St. Gertrude Monastery celebrates community at annual “June Days” gathering

Discover the recent events and gatherings at St. Gertrude Monastery. Learn about the community, elections, and plans for the future.

Pope Francis calls all people to care for the earth

Discover the impact of Pope Francis' encyclical Laudato Si', which emphasizes the importance of earth care and urges action against climate change.

Easter is a season

While many people – Catholics and other Christians – may be glad that Lent has ended, along with the practices of fasting and abstinence from meat, Easter is more than a one-day celebration of Christ’s resurrection.

For Lent Let’s Give Up Negativity and Replace It with Positive Action

Attitudes about Lent have changed over the decades. Instead of “giving up” something for Lent, the approach is more about growing closer to Christ in more meaningful ways.

University Students Connect with Benedictine Spirituality

Encouraged by the “Rule of St. Benedict” to welcome all guests as Christ, this evolving Benedictine community of Sisters, oblates, employees and others enjoys the presence of students from universities across the Pacific Northwest during their academic year.

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