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Sexual Ethics for Christian Communities

Education and consulting to help Christians think Biblically and love graciously

Clients

CLIENTS SERVED

CHRISTIAN HIGHER ED

CHURCHES

CHRISTIAN NON-PROFITS

EDUCATIONAL
WORKSHOPS

Is your community struggling to talk about sexuality in a faithful and productive way?

I offer several presentations on what the Bible and Christian theology say about sex, marriage, LGBTQ+ relationships, and gender identity. Each is tailored to your needs and respectful of your mission.

POLICY
CONSULTATION

Do your policies on sex and gender reflect your mission and ethos?

With extensive experience in writing vision statements and policies for Christian organizations, I can help you craft policies that reflect your institution’s deeply-held convictions.

LEADERSHIP
CONSULTATION

Is your leadership team struggling with questions related to human sexuality and institutional mission?

More than 20 years of administrative leadership in Christian higher ed has given me a unique understanding of the challenges you face as you navigate questions related to sex and gender. 

About

ABOUT ME

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As founder of Body Matters, I have more than 20 years of experience in Christian higher education as a Christian ethics professor, student life professional, and senior administrator. Currently I am the Vice President for Student Life at Northwestern College (IA). A graduate of Duke Divinity School, my expertise in Christian sexual ethics has made me a frequent speaker at churches and Christian colleges/universities. My writing on sexual and reproductive ethics has been published in Christianity Today and the New York Times. I started Body Matters because I am passionate about helping Christian communities think more deeply and faithfully about sex and the body.

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TESTIMONIALS

“Julie's presentation was fantastic. It was academically rigorous, presumed goodwill of all position holders, interrogated assumptions, and was centered in faith and the Bible. Great speaking and pedagogy.”

DR. JESSICA DANIELS

Associate Provost - Innovation and Partnerships, Bethel University (MN)

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