I’m Julia and before being ordained in 2019 I worked as an internal auditor and then a senior project manager for a number of large London Boroughs. I am married with 3 children, two are in their twenties and a teenage son who is at High School. I was a successful mentor in my previous role, and I enjoy helping to empower and encourage people. I am a good listener and will be able to inspire and encourage you to make your own decisions and set your own goals. I would make sure I balance that with reassurance and support. I have a heart and passion for prayer and pastoral ministry and long to see everyone achieve the plans that God has for them and mentoring is one way of using these God given gifts (see Jeremiah 29:11).
I am based at a church in West London where I love being part of the church family and the wider community. I think it is an important part of mission and ministry for Christians lay and ordained to be a visible presence in the community they serve, so I try to live that out in my daily life. I enjoy being active, but I am not a fan of vigorous exercise just enough to keep me fit and healthy. I learnt to swim in my 40s and although I’m not a great swimmer I enjoy swimming when I get the opportunity to. I relax best by having a leisurely cycle and spending quality time with friends and family.