There are many ways to get involved!
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
There are many ways that you can help in the litrugy of the mass. If you feel this is your calling…
CLICK HEREGUILDS / GROUPS
Working together for a common goal builds our community and each one’s spirit.
JOIN A GROUPSTEWARDSHIP / ACTIVITIES
There are many ways to positively impact your spiritual life and those in need.
LEARN MORELay Ministry
If you or a member or your family is interested in becoming a Lay Minister, please contact the parish office. Training sessions are offered through the Archdiocese each year for some ministries.
EMHC
Distribute Holy Communion at liturgies or to home bound.
LECTOR
Proclaim the Scripture readings at weekday or weekend liturgies.
ALTAR SERVER
Assist the Priest at the altar during Mass. Students fifth grade or older are welcomed.
USHER
Assist with seating at various liturgical services.
GREETER
Greet and welcome parishioners attending mass and carry offertory gifts.
GUILDS / GROUPS
There are many groups available for a variety of interests and activities. List is sorted alphabetically.
CENTURY CLUB
Part of the Knights, this club raises funds for a variety of needs and groups. All welcome to join.
CONTACTCEMETERY BOARD
Ensures the Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in Gretna is maintained as a holy place and preserved in good condition.
CONTACT55+ CLUB
Individuals 55+ years old that gather for breakfast the 3rd Wednesday of the month to socialize and share fellowship.
CONTACTFINANCE COUNCIL
Assists the pastor in the administration and stewardship of parish financial and temporal matters.
CONTACTFUNERAL MINISTRY
Provides support with funeral wakes and liturgies, food and service for lunches, and other funeral duties.
CONTACTHOSPITALITY COMMITTEE
Cultivates an active and welcoming spirit within the Church and helps to assimilate new members.
CONTACTKNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
Catholic men’s organization that promotes and conducts educational, charitable, religious, and social welfare works.
WEBSITEPARISH OUTREACH MINISTRY
Hosts the annual Advent Giving Tree, prepares gift boxes for Baptisms, and various other projects.
CONTACTPARISH PASTORAL COMMITTEE
Assists the pastor in developing / deepening the parish faith community by proposing a vision / direction for parish life.
CONTACTPRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY
Crochet prayer shawls to be used for the sick and those needing healing.
CONTACTST. MONICA GUILD
Women’s guild that assists in the laundering of the Purificators, and serving events as needed.
CONTACTST. ROSE OF LIMA GUILD
Decorates the church with liturgically appropriate flowers and decorations throughout the year.
CONTACTMARY QUEEN OF PEACE ROSARY GUILD
A men, women, and children’s group that makes rosaries for Baptisms, Confirmations, new parishioners, and others.
CONTACTYOUNG ADULT GROUP
Ages 18-35 from Family of Parishes (St. Patrick, St. Charles, and St. Joseph) gather for social and spiritual events.
CONTACTStewardship and Activities
STEWARDSHIP
Living a stewardship way of life makes us pleasing to God, is a blessing to others, brings us true happiness. Learn how you can support your church and community through stewardship.
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.
BIBLE STUDIES
Seasonal Bible studies varying in duration and focusing on various topics.
RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION
Faith formation program for non-Catholics to enter the Church or for Catholics to learn about the faith.
PRAYER LINE
Organized prayer group that prays individually for the requested prayer intentions of our parishioners as a way to knit believers together and encourage the burdened with hope and support.
Prayer
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
Eucharistic Adoration is adoring or honoring the Eucharistic Presence of Christ. Our Lord is truly present, body and blood, soul and divinity in the Blessed SacramentOur Lord is truly present, body and blood, soul and divinity in the Blessed Sacrament.
During Eucharistic Adoration, we “watch and wait.” We remain “silent” in His Presence and open ourselves to His Graces which flow from the Eucharist.
The Adoration board in the Narthex shows days and times parishioners have slotted to spend time in church.
ROSARY
The rosary is offered by the community before all weekend masses and on Tuesday evenings. The purpose of the Rosary is to help keep in memory certain principle events in the history of our salvation. Our Blessed Mother has promised 15 graces to those who faithfully recite the Rosary.