About St Michael · Motley, Minnesota
St. Michael Parish in Motley, Minnesota, is part of the Mary, Mother of the Church Area Catholic Community, which serves central Minnesota under the Diocese of St. Cloud. The parish offers a vibrant community rooted in the Gospel, focused on faith, service, and discipleship. It provides sacramental formation, youth and adult discipleship, and a welcoming environment for families and visitors. Mass is celebrated weekly, with Sunday services at 10:30 AM, and weekday Masses and Reconciliation are available at multiple locations including Motley, Staples, and Wadena.
- Patron
- St. Michael
- Rector
- Fr. JC Duncan
- Diocese
- Diocese of St. Cloud
Why belong here
Join a community that celebrates faith, proclaims the Gospel, learns together, serves others, and supports one another. Through ministries like Catechesis of the Good Shepherd, youth and adult discipleship, and sacramental preparation, you’ll find opportunities to grow spiritually and connect with fellow Catholics in a welcoming environment.
Mass times at St Michael
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Monday By Appointment
- Tuesday By Appointment
- Wednesday By Appointment
- Thursday 5:30—6:45 PM
- Friday By Appointment
- Saturday 3:00—3:45 PM
Sacraments
Mary, Mother of the Church Area Catholic Community desires to equip and empower her parishioners to be missionary disciples. Part of this discipleship process is within the context of reception of the sacraments. Information regarding our formation processes is below. If you have any questions, or want more information, please contact our main office.
- Christian Initiation
- Baptism Preparation
- First Reconciliation and Communion
- Confirmation Catechesis
- Marriage Preparation
Clergy & Staff
The parish is led by Fr. JC Duncan and Fr. Greg Sauer, with Deacons John Wolak and Bob Shaffer. Staff includes Maria Uberto (Business Administrator), Nicki Fink (Minister of Discipleship and Youth), Bethany Zephier (Parish Life Coordinator), and others supporting parish operations and ministry.
- Fr. JC Duncan
- Fr. Greg Sauer
- Dcn. John Wolak
- Dcn. Bob Shaffer
- Maria Uberto
- Nicki Fink
- Bethany Zephier
- Loren Heinze
- Cathy Miller
- Mary Murray
- Victoria Bulcher