Staff Bio

Julie Welborn

Associate Pastor

Before coming to LaSalle, Pastor Julie spent ten years as a program director for LINK Unlimited (an educational nonprofit that serves African American high school youth in the Chicago area) and seven years as Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministries for the Faith Community of Saint Sabina. She has created and directed retreats and workshops across the country for women, youth, corporations, and nonprofits. She loves creating peaceful spaces where people feel seen, heard, and loved by God. 

Pastor Julie holds a Doctor of Ministry, a Master of Divinity and a Certificate in Biblical Spirituality from Catholic Theological Union; a Master of Arts in Communication from the University of Illinois at Chicago, and a Bachelor of Arts in Theater from Williams College in Williamstown, Massachusetts.   

 
Where do you live and with who? I live in Chatham with my mom, Jean, and my two dogs, Sal and Max.

Favorite drink: Dark, strong coffee and Anything with bubbles. 

Favorite ways to recharge: I love riding my bike, running on the lakefront or baking a sweet treat.  

What are you enjoying lately about your role at LaSalle: I’m loving working with an amazing team and engaging with the community.