Mark A. Villano
Bio
Rev. Mark A. Villano, a native of New Haven, Connecticut, studied theology at the Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C., where he received his Master of Divinity degree. He has ministered at parishes and universities across the country, including at the University of Texas, Ohio State University, and Yale.
He earned a Master of Fine Arts degree from USC and served as Director of Creative Development at Paulist Productions, a faith-based media company. Currently, he serves as Associate Pastor at St. Paul the Apostle Church in Los Angeles. Besides teaching, he has an active interest in the connections between faith and popular culture.
Ministry
Fr. Mark has served as:
University Chaplain and Chief Institutional Mission Officer
Marymount California University, Palos Verdes, California
Director of Campus Ministry Sacred Heart University, Fairfield, Connecticut
Associate
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St. Paul the Apostle Church, Los Angeles, California
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University Catholic Center at UCLA, Los Angeles, California
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St. Thomas More Center at Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut
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Newman Center at Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio
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St. Austin Church, Austin, Texas
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A wise person once said, “Faith is a journey without maps.” It’s a saying that recognizes faith as a dynamic process rather than static. It does not mean that we are without guidance or an inner compass on the journey. Rather, it prepares us for the unexpected turns and unplanned destinations that life can bring. With faith the journey becomes an adventure of discovery and wonder, a pilgrimage. We find our way when we realize that every step is sacred...
Teaching
University-level courses Fr. Mark has taught:
Screenwriting, Ohio State University
Theology and Film, Yale University
Art and Media Foundations, Marymount California University
Introduction to Catholic Thought, Marymount California University
Philosophy of Film, Marymount California University
Religion and American Popular Culture, Marymount California University