HistoryThe community of Holy Family was originally established in 1876 with the building, now a Nebraska Historical Site, being built in 1883. The building is one of only a few churches built with a school on the first floor and the sanctuary on the second floor. Holy Family’s school was closed in the 1960’s when the neighborhood became primarily commercial and industrial. It was the oldest church in Omaha, Nebraska that was still used for worship until earlier this year.
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TransitionSince the early 1970’s, Holy Family has been known especially for its commitment to serve the poor. In the early years, it was well known on the streets that one could get a sandwich at Holy Family. Later, the parish hired a Door Minister to welcome the poor, try to meet their needs, and refer them as needed to helping other agencies.
“We pledge, as our primary purpose to form a community which is totally open to the person of Jesus Christ, whom we acknowledge as our Lord and God, as we find him in ourselves, in one another, and in all people. Further we accept the responsibility flowing from His gospel to work for the transformation of our society. Toward this end, we especially commit ourselves to the service of the poor.”
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Current ProgramsDoor Ministry
Open Monday – Friday 10:00am – 12:00pm A place to receive clothing and personal care items when there are no other options. Some limits apply. Volunteers needed. Sack Lunch Program Open Monday – Friday 10:30am – 11:30am A place to receive a healthy sack lunch when it is needed, no questions asked. Volunteers needed to set up, make lunches, distribute safely, and clean up. Food Redistribution Program We have vans available to pick up food from places with enough to share and deliver to places and people in need. Drivers needed. Nebraska Criminal Justice Review Quarterly print publication |