Get involved at St. Patrick!
The parish continues to grow and there are many opportunities for everyone to get involved. Many hands make light work. Please consider attending or supporting any of the activities below or contact the parish office to volunteer for something else!
ADVENT CONFESSION TIMES
Advent is known as a “Little Lent,” a time of penance. It’s a perfect time to get to Confession. Here are the Advent Confession times for both St. Patrick and St. Charles.
ADVENT FOOD BAGS
Simply go to the Gretna Fareway from December 1-24, purchase the Advent Food Bag for $50, and we will pick it up! No shopping and no hauling. These support Least of My Brethren Food Pantry.
PRESCHOOL FUNDRAISER
This year’s Preschool Fundraiser: Peace, Love, Preschool will be on Saturday, February 14. Tickets are on sale now!
NEW CHURCH DIRECTORY
We are creating a new Church Directory and we want you to be a part of it! To schedule your family photography session use the code NE293 and password photos.
JOIN A WOMEN’S SMALL GROUP
Ladies from our parish meet weekly to study Scripture and spend time in fellowship. If you want to join, click the button below!
JOIN THE MUSIC MINISTRY
There are many opportunities to help support our parish with your musical talents! Find the right fit for you!
PURGATORIAL SOCIETY
Commit to praying the St. Gertrude Prayer daily to help release many souls from Purgatory into Heaven.
FATHER SSONKO MISSIONARY FUND
Fr. Baxter first met Fr. Ssonko in 2008. Learn how we can support the school and students in Busaabala, Uganda!
OTHER WAYS TO GET INVOLVED
There are many ways that you can get involved. Find all of the ways your family can share your talent, time, and treasure here.
Archbishop Annual Appeal
Archbishop Michael McGovern invites all to participate in this year’s Archbishop Annual Appeal that directly supports parishes, schools, and ministries throughout the Archdiocese of Omaha.
Want to know more about the impact of your donation? Check out the Archomaha website by clicking the button below. Donations can also be accepted from this same link.
Thank you for your consideration in making a donation to a worthy cause.
The community of St Patrick is one of faith and commitment to the Lord.
We, the faithful community of St. Patrick, are using our collective gifts to serve the Lord and one another. Through worship, faith, formation, education, and outreach we strive to be a sign of Christ’s presence in our community and the world.
Interested in becoming Catholic?
Register for OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation for Adults).
Mass Times
WEEKEND MASS TIMES
Saturday Vigil – 5 PM
Sunday – 8 AM, 10 AM, Noon
Rosary 30 minutes before Mass
DAILY MASS TIMES
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday – 7:30 AM
Tuesday – 6 PM
HOLY DAYS OF OBLIGATION
Morning Mass – 7:30 AM
Evening Mass – 6 PM
Holidays on Weekdays – 9 AM
RECONCILIATION
Saturday – 4-4:40 PM
Or by appointment
NATIVITY OF THE LORD (CHRISTMAS)
Wednesday, December 24 – 4 PM, 6 PM
Thursday, December 25 – 8 AM, 10 AM
SOLEMNITY OF MARY (NEW YEAR'S DAY)
Thursday, January 1 – 8 AM, 10 AM
(No 7:30 AM Mass that day)
Tomorrow, December 12, is the feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe. How much do you know about the meaning of the Tilma - the cloth in which the image of Our Lady of Guadalupe first appeared? Here are some fun facts you might not know. ... See MoreSee Less
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Historically, Advent is known as the "little Lent." It's a time of penance in remembering your personal shortcomings while preparing your heart to receive Jesus. It's the perfect time to get to Confession, whether it's been a couple months or a couple years!
For your convenience, here are the confession times this Advent here at St. Patrick and at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church - Gretna/Omaha, Neb. ... See MoreSee Less
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Fr. Ssonko sends greetings to all with an update on the St. Mary’s dormitory:
“The dinner’s contributions boosted the construction! I am happy to inform you that we are done with the roofing of the dormitory. We are really very grateful to all the people who are helping us especially for the donations that we get from St. Patrick and all our friends who usually come in to assist us. We are very grateful. May God bless you all! Fr. John Baptist Ssonko”
The images and videos here show the progress of the dormitory so far. Please continue to pray for this mission. If you would like to make a donation to our sister parish in Uganda at any time, visit our parish website, stpatricksgretna.org/father-ssonko. ... See MoreSee Less
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Advent is a time to get ready for the coming of the Lord! Take time to pause and think this week about your preparations to welcome Jesus.
How have you focused on the needs of others this season? How have you reached outside your family and circle of friends to help? How are you preparing for the coming of the Lord? When do you take "desert" time to reflect during this hurried season? What does it mean to wait for the coming of Jesus even when you celebrate His arrival on Christmas? ... See MoreSee Less
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Saturday Silly
According to my chocolate Advent calendar, there are only 3 days 'til Christmas! ... See MoreSee Less
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Join us for Mass on Monday, December 8 at 7:30 AM or 6 PM. This is a Holy Day of Obligation for the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Patroness of the United States of America. ... See MoreSee Less
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We are so blessed by the generosity that comes out of this parish! ... See MoreSee Less
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Want to do something more this Advent? Consider praying Compline, or Night Prayer, every night. Find the prayer guide at Archomaha.org/advent. ... See MoreSee Less
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Today is Giving Tuesday the day that kicks off the season of giving and planning for the end of year charitable donations. As always we are incredibly grateful for the generosity of all of our parishioners - not just financially but in time and talents as well. Ask the Lord today where He is inviting you to steward your gifts. ... See MoreSee Less
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