Fr. Michael Upson, was ordained for the Diocese of Rochester in 1976, and retired as pastor from a parish in North Chili, NY in 2022. He has enjoyed every minute of his 47 years as a priest, in which he has traveled across the United States giving Lenten Missions for Isaiah Ministries. He has also provided spiritual direction for many years and has facilitated multicultural retreat/workshops. He enjoys travel, reading, and listening to music.
Fr. Upson believes that his love for traveling to parishes around the country to share faith experiences and The Works of Mercy is where his ministry is meant to be.