Joe Cullen (Communications Manager)

Joe joined St. Mary of the Lake as Communications Manager in October 2026. He brings more than 20 years of experience in communications, storytelling, and multimedia production.

Prior to joining St. Mary’s, Joe spent nearly seven years as Communications Specialist at Hammer & NER, a nonprofit organization that provides services and support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. In that role, he managed newsletters, social media, website content, photography, video production, and other communications initiatives. Before that, he spent 20 years at Suburban Community Channels, producing television programming and videos highlighting local people, organizations, and events.

Originally from Bismarck, North Dakota, Joe graduated from the University of Mary, a Catholic university in his hometown. He and his wife have one son.

Joe is excited to bring his experience and passion for storytelling to St. Mary of the Lake, helping share the many ways the parish community lives out its faith, serves others, and brings people together.