Video: Life as a Franciscan Missioner on the US-Mexico Border

As the FMS Program Manager, Julia Pinto is excited for the opportunity to accompany and support FMS missioners and DCSC volunteers and to help foster connection among them as a broader community of Franciscan-hearted, countercultural world-changers. Julia has served with Franciscan Mission Service for several years and in various capacities, From 2019 to 2020, Julia served as a DC Service Corps volunteer as the Publications and Communications Associate for the US Catholic Mission Association. Following her year of service, Julia stayed in Casa San Salvador as the House Manager for the next program year. Finally, Julia discerned the Overseas Lay Mission program, completed Formation in Casa San Salvador, and spent almost three years on mission in the US-Mexico border region. Julia’s hobbies include crocheting, dancing, walking with friends, studying Spanish, and mending clothes.