"Bear ye one another's burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ."
Compassionate chaplain care for Amish and other Plain families in Sparta, Michigan — a listening ear and quiet support through life's hardest seasons.
A licensed chaplain, ready to listen
I offer a listening ear and quiet support to Amish and other Plain families in times of trouble.
Who I am
My name is Chaplain Mark O'Reilly. I am a licensed chaplain and hold a master's degree in Christian counseling. I offer a listening ear and quiet support to Amish and other Plain families in times of trouble.
Grief after loss
Grief after a death, accident, or loss.
Serious illness
Serious illness in the family, or a hospital stay.
Heavy burdens
Heavy burdens, worry, or "nerves."
Troubles in marriage or family
Troubles in marriage or family.
Hard times hard to speak about
Hard times that are difficult to speak about with others. If your trouble is not listed here, you are still welcome to ask.
How we will work together
A gentle, respectful way of walking alongside your family and your faith.
A free-will offering, given simply
Sessions are offered on a free-will offering basis. Give what you are able, by cash or check, and no one is turned away for being unable to give. I do not bill insurance. Help from your church's aid fund is always welcome, but never required.
No insurance billing
Billing
What you share stays private
What you share with me stays private, unless you ask me to include your family or your bishop. There is one exception: the law requires me to report when a child, or anyone else, is being harmed or is in danger. I will always tell you this plainly at our first visit, so nothing comes as a surprise.