Other Writing

My writing on theology, art, and culture appears in publications outside of A Balm in Gilead. Here’s a selection of those pieces, starting with the most recent:

U.S. Women Share Prayers, Hopes for First American Pope | FemCatholic
Catholic women share their thoughts on the past and current pontiff. (May 2025)

Pope Francis Dies, Leaving Behind a Vatican Changed for Women | FemCatholic
On the death of the pontiff and his progress for Catholic women. (April 2025)

It’s a Beautiful Day to Yell at God | Wisdom’s Dwelling
On God’s solidarity and suffering on Good Friday. (April 2025)

Borders are Places of Revelation | Catholic Artist Connection
I discuss my Lenten practice of leaving room for holy envy. (April 2025)

Pope Names Woman to Lead Vatican Office for First Time | FemCatholic
Introducing the first woman to head a Vatican dicastery. (January 2025)

Julia Morrow Preaches for the Baptism of the Lord | Catholic Women Preach
A homily on “holy envy” for January 12, 2025. (January 2025)

Georgetown Law’s Misstep Puts Spotlight on Catholic Colleges’ Title IX Practices | FemCatholic
Unpacking Georgetown Law’s response to a pregnant student’s request for accommodations. (December 2024)

A Shepherd’s Call: St. Oscar Romero’s Last Christmas Eve Homily and the Ongoing Hope of Palestinian Witness | Wisdom’s Dwelling
Exploring St. Oscar Romero’s continued resonance with the Church’s global mission. Co-written with Alayna Carlock. (November 2024)

What To Know About the Church’s Synod and Its Final Report | FemCatholic
A guide to the synod’s purpose, proceedings, and key takeaways. (October 2024)

He never said boo: we had so much in common, but then he ghosted me | Los Angeles Times
A personal reflection for the L.A. Affairs column, examining a relationship with someone more interested in performing depth than living it. (September 2024)