The Lord gave them bread from Heaven

Building Access

Main East Entrance (Narthex) – Open 7 days a week, 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM

Weekend Masses Only:
– All church entrances unlocked half hour prior to start of Mass
– All church entrances locked five minutes after Mass begins
– Main East Entrance South Door (Narthex) opened by security guard only

– Church Basement / Elevator – locked around-the-clock every day of the week
– Conference / Meeting Rooms – available for limited use with the approval of the parish office

Contact Office for Access Arrangements

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St. Patrick Catholic Church Gretna, NE

20 hours ago

Offering a Mass for someone is the highest form of praying for our loved ones. Sure you can offer a Mass for someone on your own, but it is increasingly more beneficial to request a Mass to be said through a parish. Then your intention will be posted in the bulletin as well as spoken aloud during the Mass so that the community can join in prayer with you.

Praying for the souls in Purgatory is especially important as they can no longer pray for themselves.

Requesting a Mass is simple, visit or contact the parish office and we will work with you on getting a Mass said for your loved ones. We do ask for a small donation, usually $10 for each Mass. ... See MoreSee Less

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St. Patrick Catholic Church Gretna, NE

2 days ago

Friday Funny

Murphy was complaining to the grocer about the bread.
“There’s nothing wrong with that bread,” said the grocer. “A hundred years ago the people of Ireland would have been thrilled to have bread like that.”
“I know,” said Murphy, “but it was fresh then.” ... See MoreSee Less

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St. Patrick Catholic Church Gretna, NE

3 days ago

Saints make other saints, and holy friends make you more holy.

The St. John Paul II Newman Center has two recent graduates who will be leaving soon to join Carmelite religious communities - Lauren Kopp and Erin Jones. Both will be entering on August 15, the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

They said that it has been a blessing to grow in support and friendship with one another while each discerning a religious vocation. Attending retreats, the March for Life, Steubenville Conferences, Nun runs, participating in Bible Studies and being a resident at the St. John Paul II Newman Center have all contributed to their discernment.

They will be speaking after the 5:30 PM Mass at St. Robert Bellarmine if you would like to hear more about their stories.

Let us pray for Lauren and Erin as they prepare to enter religious life. Let us also pray for an increase of the answer to the call of religious vocations. St. Therese of Lisieux, pray for us! ... See MoreSee Less

Praying, discipling and exploring together: Two friends help each other discern religious vocations - Catholic Voice

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“What a great favor God does to those he places in the company of good people!” – St. Teresa of Avila   David and Jonathan – Peter and Paul –… Read More

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St. Patrick Catholic Church Gretna, NE

4 days ago

We were blessed to be able to break ground for the new Eucharistic Adoration Chapel yesterday. We had a crowd of about 70 people witnessing this monumental occasion for St. Patrick Church.

Thank you to everyone who has contributed to the building of our Chapel. We are just over halfway raising funds to complete this project. ... See MoreSee Less

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Ahh, the magnificent 7! What a great way to start the new chapel, ground breaking ceremony, litany of the Eucharist, rosary and mass! God is good!

Hello Father Baxter!

I Love this so Much!!

Did you guys record it for me?!? 😬

St. Patrick Catholic Church Gretna, NE

5 days ago

This afternoon is the Groundbreaking Ceremony for the new Eucharistic Adoration Chapel! We are very excited to have a space for perpetual prayer here at St. Patrick.

If you would like to join us for the Groundbreaking Ceremony today we will meet in the west lawn behind the Church at 4 PM. Afterwards there will be a reception in the Parish Center. You are also welcome to stay for the Litany of the Most Holy Eucharist, Rosary and Mass. ... See MoreSee Less

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St. Patrick Catholic Church Gretna, NE

6 days ago

The Serra Club of West Omaha is hosting a special Rosary for Vocations followed by a Mass with music today (July 26) here at St. Patrick to pray for an increase in vocations to the priesthood and consecrated religious life within the Archdiocese of Omaha.

The Rosary will begin at 5:30 PM and Mass is at 6 PM. After Mass, Father Baxter will speak on the importance of Vocations within the diocese. All are welcome. ... See MoreSee Less

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St. Patrick Catholic Church Gretna, NE

7 days ago

Sometimes we confuse God's blessing with faith: we assume abundance is the sign of God's favor. This sets up a vicious cycle of greed. The little we have is not enough; we want more. And we rationalize this greed in the name of God.

Looking at today’s Gospel, the signs, the time, and the place seemed perfect for a miracle. The signs were Jesus' cures. The time was spring, close to Passover, the feast of liberation from slavery. The place was a mountain in the desert; on such a mountain, God gave the Law to Moses and revealed His power.

Expecting an experience like their ancestors of the Exodus, the people followed Jesus, and Jesus did not disappoint them. In the multiplication of the loaves and the fish, Jesus surpassed the two great prophets of Galilee, Elijah and Elisha. From a single basket of food, there were twelve baskets left over, a number that meant fulfillment. The time and the place were just right; the sign was from God, and Jesus revealed Himself as the Great Prophet. The multiplication of the loaves reminds us of an image for God's kingdom, the never-ending feast.

How can we truly appreciate God's gifts to us? And how do we resist the temptation to demand more from God and turn faith into an exercise of selfish greed? ... See MoreSee Less

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St. Patrick Catholic Church Gretna, NE

1 week ago

Back in January, Pope Francis established World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly. This day is to be celebrated on the fourth Sunday of July, close to the feast day of Sts. Joachim and Anne, the grandparents of Jesus, Mary's parents. Tomorrow is the first celebration of this new World day.

The Holy Father said he instituted the World Day of Grandparents and the Elderly because “grandparents are often forgotten, and we forget this wealth of preserving roots and passing on” what the elderly have received. He emphasized the importance of grandparents and grandchildren getting to know one another. ... See MoreSee Less

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St. Patrick Catholic Church Gretna, NE

1 week ago

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St. Patrick Catholic Church Gretna, NE

1 week ago

Did you know that we have a parish library?
It is an attractive, well organized small nook
located just off our coat room. There is a wide
variety of spiritual reading available to be
checked out by parishioners of all ages.

Our two volunteer librarians have
volunteered for many years to establish and
maintain a viable organized and inviting
facility for parishioners.

If you are interested in volunteering as a parish librarian send us a message and we will get you in contact with the right person. ... See MoreSee Less

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What all does it entail?

St. Patrick Catholic Church Gretna, NE

2 weeks ago

This coming Saturday is Parent Appreciation Day. What a great opportunity to do something special for your parents to thank them for all they have done for you.

One of the best examples of parenthood are Saints Louis and Zelie Martin, parents of St. Therese of Lisieux. Before marriage both Louis and Zelie had felt a call to religious life. Through discernment they each realized that wasn't their call and shortly thereafter they met, fell in love and married three months after they had begun their relationship.

They had five beautiful daughters who all became religious sisters and now not one but all five sisters are either canonized saints or are in the process of becoming a saint! It really is true that saints make other saints.

To all the parents reading this:
First of all, please know that you are appreciated. I'm sure you aren't told that enough. Second, I challenge you to think about what you have done or are doing to help instill the faith in your kids? How will you help them become saints? ... See MoreSee Less

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St. Patrick Catholic Church Gretna, NE

2 weeks ago

Did you know that there was a chaplet specific to the intercession of the Most Precious Blood of Jesus? It's called the Chaplet of the Precious Blood.

The chaplet includes five mysteries each focused on the five wounds of Christ: The Nailing of the Right Hand of Our Lord Jesus, The Nailing of the Left Hand of Our Lord Jesus, The Nailing of the Right Foot of Our Lord Jesus, The Nailing of the Left Foot of Our Lord Jesus, and The Piercing of the Sacred Side of Our Lord Jesus.

You can find all of the prayers here: https://preciousbloodinternational.com/prayers_05.… ... See MoreSee Less

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St. Patrick Catholic Church Gretna, NE

2 weeks ago

Similar to the weekly Wednesday devotion to Saint Joseph, the nineteenth day of each month is treated likewise. Think of it like an extension of March 19, the Solemnity of Saint Joseph throughout the rest of the year.

An excerpt from a conference given by Father Gerald in 1942:

“…consider how fitting it is that Saint Joseph should have a special place in our lives and in our devotions. I love to think of Saint Joseph as a man whom God trusted and who did not fail.” ... See MoreSee Less

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St. Patrick Catholic Church Gretna, NE

2 weeks ago

Escape and relax. Don't those words sound inviting? These words can mean more than vacation; they can mean prayer. After all, prayer is not mere work. It is an encounter with the Lord.

Just like His followers in the Gospel today, we, too, are invited to find a quiet place to spend time with the Lord. We can pray before the Blessed Sacrament in a church or chapel. We can create and use prayer corners in our homes, centered around icons and the Scriptures. We can visit places of prayer like monasteries and partake in communal celebrations, like the Liturgy of the Hours. Even the travel to and from churches and shrines can invite us to prayer, creating an atmosphere of pilgrimage. All times and all places invite us to prayer. ... See MoreSee Less

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St. Patrick Catholic Church Gretna, NE

2 weeks ago

Last week, young kids from St. Patrick had the opportunity to participate in the Amazing Athletes Camp. It was a fun camp where they learned about several different sports, enjoyed beautiful weather and exercised the bodies God gave them. ... See MoreSee Less

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