Get Involved
There are many ways to get involved with St. Patrick Parish!
Let us not grow tired of doing good, for in due time we shall reap our harvest, if we do not give up.
– Galations 6:9
Lay Ministry
Lay ministry for adults or those confirmed includes lectoring, assisting as an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion (EMHC), and being an usher or greeter. Families may sign up to be gift bearers, and youth in grades 4th and older may get trained to be an altar server.
Music Ministry
Singers and musicians are always welcome to join our music ministry! We have opportunities for soloists to lead worship music, or you can join one of the choirs. Instrumentalists accompany during Masses.
Stewardship
We are all called to give of our time, talent, and treasure to our Church and to the poor in our community. Finds ways to do so here!
Guilds & Groups
We have a variety of guilds and groups for every interest and every person. Peruse our list and find the one that works best for you!
Prayer and Bible Study
Prayer is the place of refuge for every worry, a foundation for cheerfulness, a source of constant happiness, a protection against sadness.
– St. John Chrysostom
Guilds and Groups
Knights of Columbus
The Fr. John V. Wallace Knights Council #10047 at St. Patrick here in Gretna is for Catholic men ages 18 years+. The Knights fulfill a number of duties and put on various events at our parish.
Cemetery Board
This board ensures the Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in Gretna is maintained as a holy place and preserved in good condition.
55+ Club
Individuals 55+ years old that gather for breakfast the 3rd Wednesday of the month to socialize and share fellowship.
Finance Council
Assists the pastor in the administration and stewardship of parish financial and temporal matters.
Funeral Ministry
Provides support with funeral wakes and liturgies, food and service for lunches, and other funeral duties.
Parish Outreach Committee
Hosts the annual Advent Giving Tree, prepares gift boxes for Baptisms, and various other projects.
Prayer Shawl Ministry
Crochet prayer shawls to be used for the sick and those needing healing.
St. Monica Guild
Women’s guild that assists in the laundering of the Purificators, and serving events as needed.
Hospitality Committee
Cultivates an active and welcoming spirit within the Church and helps to assimilate new members.
St. Rose of Lima Guild
Decorates the church with liturgically appropriate flowers and decorations throughout the year.
Mary Our Queen Rosary Guild
A men, women, and children’s group that makes rosaries for Baptisms, Confirmations, new parishioners, and others.
Parish Pastoral Committee
Assists the pastor in developing / deepening the parish faith community by proposing a vision / direction for parish life.
Ages 18-35 from Family of Parishes (St. Patrick, St. Charles, and St. Joseph) gather for social and spiritual events.
Stewardship
We ask all parishioners to prayerfully consider their return to God and His Church through stewardship consisting of three equally important elements – Prayer and Presence, Gifts of Service, or Time and Talent, and Financial Gift or Treasure. We are a tithing parish and recommend 5% of a family’s gross income go to our parish, 1% to the Omaha Archdiocese, and 4% to other charities of your choice.
Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT)
Print out and return the completed form with voided check or savings deposit slip to the parish office, by mail, or in collection basket.
Online Giving
Set up account for automatic giving by checking, savings, or credit card. Manage the timing and amount of gifts or provide one-time donations for special causes.
Weekly Mass Contributions
Envelopes automatically provided on a bi-monthly basis upon registration unless the office is notified.
Cash accepted, however, to record contribution and include on end-of-year statement envelopes or checks required.
Least of My Brethren
Today’s homeless population includes men, women, children, and families. Approximately 2,000 people are homeless in Omaha every night. Join this ministry to make a difference to the less fortunate in our community.
Prayer and Bible Study
Friday Morning Faith Sharing
Separate men’s and women’s groups that meet on Friday mornings to discuss faith and scripture. Men meet before morning Mass. Women meet after.
Ascension Bible Studies
Each Fall and Spring we offer a new Bible study for all parishioners and members of our family of parishes. Our current study is on the Gospel of Luke.
The True Presence
This Lent we are offering a new study that covers Scripture, CCC, and Saint quotes that inform our understanding of Jesus’ true presence in the Eucharist.
Adoration Chapel
Completed in 2022, St. Patrick offers a 24 hour Adoration Chapel. During business hours, you. may enter through the main doors. After hours, you will need to request a key card.