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Julie A. Ferraro

Julie A. Ferraro is a communications professional who works extensively with Catholic religious communities. 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.
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Why small faith communities matter more than ever in Catholic parishes

Small faith communities offer Catholics deeper relationships, spiritual growth and meaningful connection beyond Sunday Mass and large parish life.
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A View from the Towers: For Benedictine sisters, summer vacation never includes time off from prayer

A reflection on Benedictine spirituality, summer routines and why prayer remains central to life and service, even during vacation season.
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A father’s gift framed the way I see God’s grace

A columnist reflects on photography, fathers, and faith, exploring how capturing life's fleeting moments can reveal God's presence in both action and stillness.
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Power, money and the age-old impulse to silence the truth

A columnist examines how power and money can suppress voices, and why integrity must matter more than financial pressure.
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Trees clean the air better than carbon taxes ever will

A reflection on trees, air, carbon emissions, artificial intelligence and humanity’s responsibility to care for creation through conservation.
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‘Practicing Catholic’ label divides more than it defines

A reflection on the term “practicing Catholic,” questioning religious labels, faith participation and what it truly means to live out one's beliefs.
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What a ‘Star Trek’ episode still teaches us about fear, gender and human evolution

A reflection on Star Trek, gender identity, neurodiversity and faith explores whether fear of change prevents growth, understanding and evolution.
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