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There Is a Place for You in the Church
A Welcoming Community If you’ve ever been told there’s no place for you in the Church because of who you are or who you love, I want you...

Fr. Mark Colville
Apr 42 min read


What Is an End-of-Life Doula? (FAQ)
Facing the end of life is never easy—whether it’s our own or someone we love. An end-of-life doula is someone who walks beside a person...

Fr. Mark Colville
Apr 12 min read


Helping a Child or Teen Process Grief
Grief is hard for adults. For children and teens, it can be even more confusing. They often don’t have the words to explain what they’re...

Fr. Mark Colville
Feb 272 min read


What Is Karuna Reiki®? A Kind and Deep Healing
Karuna Reiki® is a form of Reiki that focuses on compassion. It helps with deep emotional healing, especially for people who have gone...

Fr. Mark Colville
Jan 163 min read


Grief Recovery Method – Online Class FAQ
Grief is something we all experience, but most of us were never taught how to deal with it. That’s why I offer Grief Recovery Method...

Fr. Mark Colville
Nov 21, 20242 min read


8th Sunday after Trinity
Do not be afraid, little flock, for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom. That verse from Luke has stayed with me....

Fr. Mark Colville
Aug 73 min read


Sunday 20 July 2025 gospel reading – A Transformative Reflection for Today’s Catholic Journey
When we encounter the gospel reading for Sunday, 20 July 2025, something profoundly human stirs within us. In Luke 10:38–42, we meet two...

Fr. Mark Colville
Jul 172 min read


Gospel: Luke 10:25–37 – The Good Samaritan
Let me ask you a simple question: What does love look like? In today’s Gospel, Jesus tells a story that gives us the answer. A man was...

Fr. Mark Colville
Jul 121 min read


🌿 Introducing the Confraternity of the Life of Mary – Mariae Vitae Sodalitas
A Path of Eucharistic Devotion and Marian Discipleship Some of the most meaningful spiritual callings begin in silence — a quiet...

Fr. Mark Colville
Jun 253 min read


Understanding Different Approaches to Natural Healing
Natural healing has gained popularity as people seek alternatives to conventional medicine. It emphasizes the body's inherent ability to...

Fr. Mark Colville
May 234 min read


He Moves In Quietly
I’ve walked hospital halls in silence, and blessed homes where grief had left a chair empty at the table. And I’ll tell you something...

Fr. Mark Colville
May 232 min read


How Holistic Practices Support Mind and Body Wellness
In today's fast-paced world, maintaining both mental and physical wellness is crucial. Many individuals are turning to holistic practices...

Fr. Mark Colville
May 164 min read


Love one another
Love One Another – A Gospel Reflection for May 18, 2025 John 13:31–35 It’s the night of the Last Supper. Jesus knows His time is short....

Fr. Mark Colville
May 132 min read


Do You Hear Him Calling?
Good Shepherd Sunday Reflection – John 10:27–30 By Fr. Mark Colville, Independent Catholic Priest Many people only go to confession a...

Fr. Mark Colville
May 92 min read


He Still Meets Us at the Shore
Third Sunday of Easter – John 21:1–19 By Mark Colville, Traveling Light Ministries There’s something about breakfast with Jesus that...

Fr. Mark Colville
May 12 min read


Peace Be With You: A Divine Mercy Sunday Reflection
Today is the Second Sunday of Easter, also known as Divine Mercy Sunday. The Gospel reading (John 20:19-31) brings us back into the story...

Fr. Mark Colville
Apr 272 min read


The Sacred Symbols of Reiki: A Teaching on Shirushi and Their Jumon
In traditional Reiki practice, sacred symbols are introduced as part of Level 2 training. Each symbol is called a shirushi, and each is...

Fr. Mark Colville
Apr 253 min read


Karuna Reiki: Compassion in Action
Karuna Reiki is one of the most powerful and heart-centered branches of Reiki. The word Karuna is Sanskrit and means compassion. This...

Fr. Mark Colville
Apr 163 min read


From Wounds to Resurrection: Embracing the Journey of Holy Week
Holy Week is a profound journey through the depths of human experience—betrayal, suffering, death, and ultimately, resurrection. For...

Fr. Mark Colville
Apr 152 min read


A personal reflection on healing, identity, and the journey back to grace
There was a Christmas when I was far from home. I had just arrived at a new duty station. I didn’t know anyone. I had no family nearby. I...

Fr. Mark Colville
Apr 152 min read
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