Widening the Path with Julia Strukely | Created In The Image of God 211

Raised in the rituals of Catholicism, Julia Strukely found early meaning in scripture, teaching, and community life—yet her deepest growth came when she stepped outside the boundaries she’d always known. Her pursuit of media literacy, curiosity about pop culture, and experience in an ecumenical spiritual direction program taught her that God can’t be contained by any one tradition.In this episode, Julia reflects on what it means to guide others gently along their spiritual path, letting real listening and honest encounter lead the way. She explains how faith becomes more vibrant when it opens to questions, when classrooms turn into sacred spaces, and when each person’s background is an invitation to something deeper rather than a barrier.Her story is a reminder that there’s always room for another perspective, another story around the table—even (or especially) if it’s different from our own. For anyone hoping to widen their understanding of God, or simply to walk the road with greater compassion, Julia’s journey sparks encouragement to take the next step, wherever you are starting. Get full access to SOOPMedia on Substack at soopllc.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Created in the Image of God at wadefransson.substack.com/subscribe