Michael Lane
Deacon
Saint Paul,MN
Summary
Passionate and adaptable Religious Educator dedicated to instilling a love of learning in individuals of all ages and backgrounds. Known for eloquent speaking skills that promote an outgoing persona and effectively engage with others. Seeking a teaching and research role at a university to leverage dedication and hard work for a positive impact.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Liturgical Ministry Coordinator
St. Stephen’s Catholic Church
- Strong sense of liturgy and experience in coordination.
- Passion for the Mass and ability to contribute liturgically to the community.
- Successfully recruited, trained, and scheduled a variety of volunteers including sacramental ministers.
- Worked closely with the Pastor and Associate Pastors, Director of Music, Director of Youth Ministry, and Director of Pastoral Care to plan and execute weekly Worship Aids, Annual Altar Server training, prepared Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion for commissioning, trained Lectors and prepared them for Commissioning.
- Maintained an accurate and up-to-date ministry calendar.
- Distributed weekly ministry updates and ensured the accuracy of information posted through emails and social media.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and communication skills.
Coordinator of Sacraments
St. John the Baptist Catholic Church
- Enter Sacramental recordings for all Sacraments except Anointings. Register funerals.
- Collect Baptismal Certificates for First Eucharist, Confirmation and Marriage candidates.
- Notify all Catholic Churches where candidates are Baptized regarding the conferring of Sacraments.
- Process Baptism and Marriage requests and preparing proper materials for clergy and facilitators to work with parents, godparents, and couples.
- Recruit volunteers for Baptism Assistance, Baptism Prep Class facilitation and Marriage Mentor Couples.
- Train Marriage Mentor Couples to work with Engaged Couples in reviewing the Prepare/Enrich Inventory results.
- Prepare and teach curriculum for OCIC.
- Assist with OCIA where needed. Recently spoke to OCIA Candidates on the Sacraments of Matrimony and Holy Orders.
- Communicate via Flocknote to the ministries mentioned above.
Deacon
Lumen Christi Catholic Community
01.2022 - Current
- Serve as Deacon of the Mass 3 weekends a month on Saturday Vigil Mass and two Sunday Masses.
- Serve as Deacon of the Mass at three out of five daily Masses.
- Serve occasionally at Masses of Christian Burial.
- Serve at school day Masses occasionally.
- Assist at Baptisms (Baptisms are during Mass times).
- Preach on Tuesday daily Mass and one weekend a month for all Masses.
- Teach Marriage and Baptism preparation.
- Conduct a Bible study for Middle School Faith Formation Students.
- Prepare and conduct catechesis for continual education and spiritual growth for adults.
- Offer a Word and Communion Service monthly at a residence for fifty-five and over offering assisted living, memory care and long term care.
Deacon
Minnesota Correctional Facility
- Serve as Deacon of the Mass or offer Word and Communion Service at the Minnesota Correctional Facility in Lino Lakes one to two times a month.
Various Roles
Holy Spirit Catholic Church
- Lector, Extraordinary Minister of the Eucharist, Funeral Alter Server, Usher, and Sacristan.
- Co-creator - Grief Ministry.
- Vice President and President of our Men’s Club.
- Chair of the Pastoral Council.
- Summer Scheduler for lectors and ushers.
Senior High Play Producer
St. Louis Park Senior High School
- Produce, cast and execute Senior High plays, including annual musical.
Education
Permanent Deacon -
Institute of Diaconate Formation
12.2021
Catechetical Institute - undefined
Class of St. Teresa of Avila
01.2016
Master of Arts - Theatre Arts
University Of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MNSkills
- Meeting facilitation
- Facility management
- Spiritual guidance
- Volunteer recruitment
- Biblical Knowledge
- Excellent communication
- Grief counseling
- Teaching
- Relationship building
- Religious education
- Project management
Related Experience
- Produce, cast and execute Senior High plays, including a musical, for St. Louis Park Senior High School.
- Use Flocknote, ParishSoft including forms design. Developed robust tracking databases for Marriage/Wedding Prep and Baptism Preparation tracking the progress of each Sacrament to its completion – St. John the Baptist, New Brighton.
- Lector, Extraordinary Minister of the Eucharist, Funeral Alter Server, Usher, and Sacristan - Holy Spirit Catholic Church in St. Paul.
- Co-creator - Grief Ministry - Holy Spirit Catholic Church in St. Paul.
- Vice President and President of our Men’s Club - Holy Spirit Catholic Church in St. Paul.
- Chair of the Pastoral Council - Holy Spirit Catholic Church in St. Paul.
- Summer Scheduler for lectors and ushers - Holy Spirit Catholic Church in St. Paul.
Timeline
Deacon
Lumen Christi Catholic Community
01.2022 - Current
Liturgical Ministry Coordinator
St. Stephen’s Catholic Church
Coordinator of Sacraments
St. John the Baptist Catholic Church
Deacon
Minnesota Correctional Facility
Various Roles
Holy Spirit Catholic Church
Catechetical Institute - undefined
Class of St. Teresa of Avila
Senior High Play Producer
St. Louis Park Senior High School
Permanent Deacon -
Institute of Diaconate Formation
Master of Arts - Theatre Arts
University Of Minnesota
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