BIOGRAPHY
Fr. Frank J. O'Connell is an ordained Catholic priest of The American Catholic Church
in the United States and is Pastor of Our Lady of Mercy Pastoral Center in Akron OH.
We are a progressive, Vatican II, Independent Catholic Church NOT AFFILIATED WITH ROME.
Fr. Frank was an ordained Roman Catholic Deacon for over 28 years in the
Diocese of Cleveland OH prior to being incardinated into The American Catholic Church
in the United States (www.ACCUS.US) and ordained on May 11, 2013 to the priesthood.
We are The American Catholic Church in the United States.
The ACCUS and its affiliated worldwide jurisdictions are not under the jurisdiction of the
Roman Catholic Church and are therefore not subject to the same rules and regulations.
Fr. Frank and his wife Bev have been married for 44 years. They have three adult sons.
Frank Jr. lives with his wife, Danielle in TN. Dr. Kevin and his three children, Brennan,
Garrett and Delaney live in Ohio. Son Brian and Lisa live in the Ohio area as well.
“This is an exciting move of the Spirit and we look forward to the challenges and blessings
ahead for the years to come in our ministry to the people of God.”
Fr. Frank is an author, educator and publisher designing and editing a unique array of books,
(a new children's book), collateral and publications (Water’s Edge Press).
Frank has been an innovator and leaderin developing groundbreaking marketing strategy
for many Catholic groups and Apostolates around the US and worldwide.
WEDDING OFFICIANT OUTSIDE THE BOX!
When looking for that unique Catholic wedding venue held indoors or outdoors – you've found a Catholic Priest who will officiate your ceremony! Whether you chose to hold your ceremony in a reception hall, local park, beach or the comforts of your home, Father Frank O’Connell will help to create a stress free ceremony of your dreams! Father Frank is a married, Ordained Independent Catholic Priest in The American Catholic Church in the United States (ACCUS)*.
Frank is also owner and chief executive creative of OCProductions,
an advertising/ design group that specializes in building brands
across business-to-business and business-to-consumer technology and consumer
product companies as well as Nonprofit organizations.
Fr. Frank is a nationally recognized designer, consultant and industry contributor--
over 35 years in advertising and marketing communication for leading ad agencies
and corporations regarding critical marketing and communications decisions.
Fr. Frank’s video production company designs and produces HD videos and commercial
production spots for broadcast and live streaming.
Over the years Fr. Frank’s ministry has been multi-faceted to include ministry to
the lost and broken through a contemplative prayer experience
(At the Water’s Edge Ministry) by bringing the ‘healing light of Christ’
through retreats, conferences, parish missions and prayer for
healing services over the past 20 years around the country and on the Internet.
(See more information on ATWE Ministry on this site: The Story).
Our Lady of Mercy Pastoral Center is offering a number of ministries
to include retreats, days of reflection, prayer and adoration of the
Blessed Sacrament, in-home Masses, Catholic/Christian weddings
and funerals, ministry to the sick and home-bound, local community
outreach and much more.
We are preparing a "i-parable"TM teaching series and video reflections to be offered
online and through social media downloads in the next months.
Spend some time with us on your “journey in Christ”.
Peace to you this day and always,
Fr. Frank, Pastor
[email protected]
Fr. Frank J. O'Connell is an ordained Catholic priest of The American Catholic Church
in the United States and is Pastor of Our Lady of Mercy Pastoral Center in Akron OH.
We are a progressive, Vatican II, Independent Catholic Church NOT AFFILIATED WITH ROME.
Fr. Frank was an ordained Roman Catholic Deacon for over 28 years in the
Diocese of Cleveland OH prior to being incardinated into The American Catholic Church
in the United States (www.ACCUS.US) and ordained on May 11, 2013 to the priesthood.
We are The American Catholic Church in the United States.
The ACCUS and its affiliated worldwide jurisdictions are not under the jurisdiction of the
Roman Catholic Church and are therefore not subject to the same rules and regulations.
Fr. Frank and his wife Bev have been married for 44 years. They have three adult sons.
Frank Jr. lives with his wife, Danielle in TN. Dr. Kevin and his three children, Brennan,
Garrett and Delaney live in Ohio. Son Brian and Lisa live in the Ohio area as well.
“This is an exciting move of the Spirit and we look forward to the challenges and blessings
ahead for the years to come in our ministry to the people of God.”
Fr. Frank is an author, educator and publisher designing and editing a unique array of books,
(a new children's book), collateral and publications (Water’s Edge Press).
Frank has been an innovator and leaderin developing groundbreaking marketing strategy
for many Catholic groups and Apostolates around the US and worldwide.
WEDDING OFFICIANT OUTSIDE THE BOX!
When looking for that unique Catholic wedding venue held indoors or outdoors – you've found a Catholic Priest who will officiate your ceremony! Whether you chose to hold your ceremony in a reception hall, local park, beach or the comforts of your home, Father Frank O’Connell will help to create a stress free ceremony of your dreams! Father Frank is a married, Ordained Independent Catholic Priest in The American Catholic Church in the United States (ACCUS)*.
Frank is also owner and chief executive creative of OCProductions,
an advertising/ design group that specializes in building brands
across business-to-business and business-to-consumer technology and consumer
product companies as well as Nonprofit organizations.
Fr. Frank is a nationally recognized designer, consultant and industry contributor--
over 35 years in advertising and marketing communication for leading ad agencies
and corporations regarding critical marketing and communications decisions.
Fr. Frank’s video production company designs and produces HD videos and commercial
production spots for broadcast and live streaming.
Over the years Fr. Frank’s ministry has been multi-faceted to include ministry to
the lost and broken through a contemplative prayer experience
(At the Water’s Edge Ministry) by bringing the ‘healing light of Christ’
through retreats, conferences, parish missions and prayer for
healing services over the past 20 years around the country and on the Internet.
(See more information on ATWE Ministry on this site: The Story).
Our Lady of Mercy Pastoral Center is offering a number of ministries
to include retreats, days of reflection, prayer and adoration of the
Blessed Sacrament, in-home Masses, Catholic/Christian weddings
and funerals, ministry to the sick and home-bound, local community
outreach and much more.
We are preparing a "i-parable"TM teaching series and video reflections to be offered
online and through social media downloads in the next months.
Spend some time with us on your “journey in Christ”.
Peace to you this day and always,
Fr. Frank, Pastor
[email protected]