Reverend Michael Kesicki
Erie,PA
Summary
Dedicated Priest of the Diocese of Erie with a proven track record in academic leadership and seminarian formation at St. Mark Seminary. Recognized for reliability and steady contributions to the faculty at Gannon University, fostering a supportive environment for student growth and development. Core competencies include educational leadership, mentorship, and community engagement. Committed to enhancing spiritual education while nurturing future leaders in the faith.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastor
St. Lawrence the Martyr Parish
Albion, PA
08.2025 - Current
University Chaplain
Gannon University, Erie
Erie, PA
07.2022 - Current
- Responsible for the pastoral care of students and employees
- Responsible for weekday and Sunday Mass on campus during the academic year
- Overseer of Mary, Seat of Wisdom Chapel
- Supervisor for Campus Ministry
- Member of the President's Leadership Team
- Advisor to the President for the University Mission
Faculty Instructor
Gannon University, Erie
Erie, PA
01.1997 - Current
- Instructor in Theology
- Instructor in Philosophy
- Instructor in Foreign Languages
Priest
Diocese Of Erie
Erie, PA
04.1988 - Current
- Assigned to parish work in Crawford County and Erie from 1988-1993
- Assigned to graduate school and work in Rome from 1993-1996
- Assigned to faculty of Gannon University and St. Mark Seminary from 1997-2000
Associate VP for Mission and Ministry
Gannon University, Erie
Erie, PA
07.2012 - 06.2022
- Member of President's Leadership Team as chief Mission Officer
- Supervisor of Campus Ministry and the Center for Social Concerns
- Responsible for pastoral care of the community and pastor of Mary, Seat of Wisdom Chapel
Rector
St. Mark Seminary, Diocese of Erie
Erie, PA
03.2000 - 06.2022
- Responsible for the formation of seminarians in the college seminary program
- Provided mentoring and spiritual formation for college seminarians
- Director of Major Seminarians for the Diocese of Erie
Education
M.Div. - Theology
St. Mary's Seminary And University
Baltimore, MD05.1987
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Gannon University
Erie, PA05.1983
n/a - Biblical Studies
Pontifical Biblical Institute
Rome, Italy Skills
- Motivational Leadership for Ministry Teams
- Personal Spiritual Mentorship
- Facilitating Worship Experiences
- Facilitating Retreats for College Students and Adults
- Interdisciplinary Education Skills
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
Italian
Professional
French
Professional
German
Professional
Latin
Professional
Timeline
Pastor
St. Lawrence the Martyr Parish
08.2025 - Current
University Chaplain
Gannon University, Erie
07.2022 - Current
Associate VP for Mission and Ministry
Gannon University, Erie
07.2012 - 06.2022
Rector
St. Mark Seminary, Diocese of Erie
03.2000 - 06.2022
Faculty Instructor
Gannon University, Erie
01.1997 - Current
Priest
Diocese Of Erie
04.1988 - Current
M.Div. - Theology
St. Mary's Seminary And University
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Gannon University
n/a - Biblical Studies
Pontifical Biblical Institute
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