Meet Katie
I'm delighted that you're here!
My passions lay at the intersections of spirituality, social justice, and the arts. Born in the Philadelphia suburbs, I earned a Bachelor of Music in musical theatre with a writing minor from The Catholic University of America. A proud former Jesuit Volunteer, I hold a Master of Divinity from Loyola University Chicago and have worked as a high school campus and youth minister and theology teacher in Chicago for 15 years.
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I collaborate with faith-justice communities as a singer, writer, presenter, and retreat leader. Certified by the Midwest Jesuits, I am grateful for the privilege of accompanying people in spiritual direction and in St. Ignatius’ Spiritual Exercises. I love singing as a cantor and choir member at my parish, Ascension and St. Edmund in Oak Park.
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Alongside my students and colleagues, I have been shaped by numerous service immersion and pilgrimage experiences, including the Camino de Santiago, a Footsteps of Ignatius pilgrimage, and the Kino Border Initiative. My most powerful musical memory so far is singing in the chorus of Defiant Requiem: Verdi at Terezin.
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My home is with my partner Kevin—also a Catholic school teacher—and our sweet toddler and rambunctious rescue pup.
Accompanying Individuals + Communities
who seek deeper connection with spirituality, community, + self
Spiritual Direction/Companioning
Spiritual directors/companions offer spaces of listening, supporting seekers hoping to connect more authentically with God/The Divine, others, and themselves. Spiritual direction encourages attentiveness and discernment as people seek to understand their experiences, relationships, and decisions within the context of spirituality. Different from talk therapy and coaching, spiritual direction's roots and aims lay in the Love of God.
I am grateful to accompany adults and teens in monthly spiritual direction sessions. While I am Catholic and proud to have been trained in the Ignatian tradition, spiritual direction is not exclusive to Christianity. It also has been a joy and honor for me to walk with folks for whom religion and church are complicated. All are welcome!
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Please feel free to reach out to schedule a free introductory session! I also have availability for the 19th Annotation Retreat.
Retreats &
Days of Reflection
Interested in hosting a retreat or morning/evening of reflection at your parish or school, or with a spirituality group? Let me know what you're hoping for, and I'd bet we can dream up something together!
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I have years of experience designing, updating, and facilitating both preached and silent retreats and reflection experiences. Favorite retreats/practices include, but are not limited to: Kairos, voices of women, social justice, arts, nature/eco-spirituality, Ignatian spirituality, Scripture, and centering prayer.
Hoping for meaningful music at a service or event, but not sure where to begin?
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I have vast experience as a liturgical musician, having served as a cantor and choir member for most of my life, as well as a music consultant for weddings and funerals. From Catholic Worker houses to cathedrals, I am comfortable in an array of worship spaces.
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I also have been performing musical theater and the music of singer-songwriters and rock, folk, pop, blues, jazz, and R&B artists since childhood.
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I have availability for weddings, funerals, and special events in the year ahead!
Presentations
I'd love to share time with your school, parish, or group! With enough lead time, I can create a customized presentation or talk on your chosen topic(s) in the realm of spirituality, theology, or social justice. Let's get creative together!
Social Justice Immersion Trips
I have extensive experience coordinating and leading youth and young adults on domestic and international immersion trips and pilgrimages. Need support designing such an experience for your school or parish group? Feel free to reach out to discuss possibilities.
Writing
Check out my Writing & Preaching page for examples of my online publications.
If you believe I'd be a good fit for an upcoming project or event, let me know!
Available both in-person + via Zoom
Testimonials
Recent Events
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Visitation Academy
Faculty/Staff Retreat, January 2023
Lenten Mission, March 2022
Queen of All Saints Basilica
Pray Without Ceasing
8th Grade Confirmation Retreat
Keynote Speaker
January 2023
