Born in the serene mountains of Ruidoso, New Mexico, Mary Jessica Russel was raised in a loving, spirit-filled catholic community that nurtured her deep connection to faith from birth. She faithfully followed the sacraments and traditions of the Catholic Church throughout her early life, laying a strong spiritual foundation.
In 2009, Mary felt called to step beyond traditional boundaries and embarked on a profound spiritual journey. Encouraged by her sister’s curiosity about the paranormal, Mary joined a local paranormal group in New Mexico. It was during this time that her spiritual gifts began to awaken and unfold. Guided by her emerging abilities as a light worker, Reiki master, and intuitive healer, she began serving others through spiritual cleansings, energy healing, and spiritual crossings. Her work led her into the mysteries of both the light and shadow of the spiritual world, where she offered guidance, healing and protection to those in need. Her passion for understanding the unseen also inspired her to eventually form her own paranormal research group, using her knowledge to educate and empower others.
Through the many lives she touched, Mary’s path eventually led her back to the Church. A series of client cases brought her into contact with Rita Strugala- and ultimately back to her Catholic roots. Today Mary is joyfully reunited with the Catholic Faith as St. Michaels American Old Catholic Church, where she continues to serve with love and purpose.
She brings her unique journey and spiritual gifts to a renewed life of service in Christ, offering comfort, healing, and faith to all those she encounters.
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