Michael M. Lavigne, Secretary for Evangelization and Pastoral Planning
Let's discuss how we as individuals and our parishes can live out radical, authentic hospitality. The goal is for people who encounter us to encounter more than a "department store greeter."
Michael Lavigne is a native of Woonsocket, Rhode Island. He currently serves as the Secretary for Evangelization and Pastoral Planning at the Diocese of Providence. Before returning to his home diocese he served as Assistant Cabinet Secretary for Evangelization and Discipleship at the Archdiocese of Boston, which included his work as Director of the Office of Lifelong Faith Formation & Parish Support and President of The Institute for the New Evangelizaton. Prior to his time in Boston, he was the Director of the Office of Lifelong Faith Formation for the Diocese of Portland, Maine. For the past 31 years he has served the Catholic Church as a retreat coordinator, coordinator of youth ministry and religious education, diocesan leadership team moderator, coach, high school theology teacher and department chair and confirmation coordinator. On the side he has served as a member of the school committee of his hometown. He is a workshop presenter and retreat facilitator who covers a wide array of topics – from Evangelization to Chastity to the Eucharist to the Dignity of Life. Michael’s most important roles, outside of being a disciple of Jesus Christ, are that of husband and father. He is married to Lori and they are the proud parents of Michael Jr., Mariana, John Paul, Therese, Julia, Chiara, Celeste, and Timothy. Michael has earned Bachelor of Arts degrees in psychology and communications from Rhode Island College, as well as a Master of Arts degree in theology from Providence College.