Julie Rowe, a self-proclaimed visionary and author, gained attention within the prepper community for her predictions of catastrophic events. Over time, her claims have been met with skepticism and criticism, especially as many of her predictions did not come to pass. She has faced disciplinary action from the LDS Church and continues to be a controversial figure.
Julie Rowe first emerged in the public eye around 2014 when she began sharing her near-death experience and subsequent visions of the future. She authored several books detailing her experiences and predictions, which included massive earthquakes, economic collapse, and other disasters. Her message resonated with some members of the prepper movement, who are focused on preparing for potential calamities.
Rowe’s predictions often included specific dates or timeframes, which came and went without the foretold events occurring. This led to a decline in her credibility among many followers. In addition to failed prophecies, Rowe’s teachings raised concerns within the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church), of which she was a member. The LDS Church issued a statement in 2015 cautioning members against individuals who claim to have received special revelations outside of established church leadership.
In 2019, Julie Rowe was excommunicated from the LDS Church. The reasons for her excommunication have not been publicly disclosed, but it is widely believed that her controversial teachings and prophecies played a significant role. Despite this, she continues to share her visions and spiritual insights through various online platforms and continues to have a following.
Rowe’s activities have also extended into other ventures, including energy healing and promoting emergency preparedness supplies. Her work remains polarizing, with some considering her a spiritual guide, while others view her as a false prophet capitalizing on fear and uncertainty. Regardless of public opinion, Julie Rowe maintains that her experiences and visions are genuine and continues to advocate for spiritual and physical preparedness.