Looking for a speaker who will bring hope, honesty, and a practical next step for your audience?
There's something powerful about people gathering together — encouraging one another, worshiping, and seeking the Lord side by side. I love being part of that moment, whether it's a women's retreat, a Sunday morning class, or a church-wide event.
My signature message, Growing in the Presence of Jesus, shares a piece of my own story — three cancer battles and a two-and-a-half-year wait for a kidney transplant — and how, in the middle of that season, I found a simple way to actually connect with God in His Word. That discovery became the CHAT Bible Study Method,(opens in new tab) and I've had the joy of teaching it to churches and women's groups ever since.
This isn't just a story people hear once and forget. By the end of our time together, your audience won't just be encouraged — they'll walk away with a simple, repeatable tool they can start using in their own quiet time that very week.
How It Works
Every event is different, so this message flexes to fit your format:
As a keynote or message (20–45 minutes)
A shorter version of my story and an introduction to the CHAT Bible Study Method — perfect for a single event slot, like a women's brunch, Bible Study kickoff, podcast guest, or webinar session.
As an interactive workshop (60–90 minutes)
The full story, plus a hands-on walkthrough of CHAT using a real passage of Scripture — ideal for a dedicated teaching time, like a retreat breakout, small group kickoff, or Sunday class.
Whichever format fits your event, your audience will leave encouraged, equipped, and ready to grow closer to Jesus — not just in the moment, but in their everyday life.
Looking for something for a Christmas event? I also have a devotional, Reclaiming Christmas Joy(opens in new tab), that pairs well with the Christmas season.
What people are saying
"Julie's natural ability to connect and share her life's journey will challenge her listeners to take a second look at how they have navigated the hard seasons of life. Women will hear their story in Julie's story and be motivated to embrace hope and believe in God's faithfulness. Her joy is contagious, her words are sincere and her conviction is powerful. Julie will arrive as a special guest and leave as a friend."
– Dawn Hayman, Pastor,
NorthBridge Church
"Julie joyfully shares her journey through life's difficulties and how we can find peace as we surrender our expectations to the Lord. Her message is thoughtful, organized, and genuine. Her love for helping women make time for daily connection with Jesus is evident through the resources she provided."
– Susan Yarc, River Ridge Church Women's Ministry
"Julie's love and passion for the Lord shine throughout her message. It's as if I am in her living room, sharing a moment with family. She mingled and greeted the women, enhancing the feeling of knowing her and wanting to hear her story. Her practical resources give tangible next steps to help apply the principles of her message."
– Carrie Yeaman, Dir. of Children's & Family Ministry, Gurnee Community Church
