A  heritage 
founded ​ in  giving

The 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. ​​

ABOUT

In April 2020, the Holy Family parish was merged with another one and the building was left in the care of the Society of St Vincent de Paul of Omaha, which has District offices here. Though in different ways, the Society and Holy Family have been known for supporting people in times of crisis since the 1870’s. People can call the Society’s Help Line when they need assistance with rent, utilities or other support. People can come to Holy Family for a free sack lunch, clothing or basic personal care items when they have no other option. We have an exciting opportunity here to support people in new ways and build the bridge from homelessness, through poverty and into successful participation in a thriving community. We hope to do this through education, the arts, and of course food.

Who  we  are

Marty Smith, Executive Director SVdP

Lori Tatreau, Assistant Director SVdP and Director of Programs, Holy Family Community Center

Bruce Noble, Special Projects Coordinator

Photo and bios soon to come:
Chris Combs, Grounds and Churchyard Garden 
Jeff Spangrud, Holy Family Ministries Coordinator
Michael Morales, Sack Lunch Program Assistant

THE  Mission

​The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is a network of friends, inspired by Gospel values, growing in holiness and building a more just world through personal relationships with and service to people in need.

THE Vision

We believe in growing community though spirituality, friendship, and service. ​

The  RULE​

From the Society of St Vincent de Paul ​Global Statues:
Any form of personal help - No work of charity is foreign to the Society. It includes any form of help that alleviates suffering or deprivation and promotes human dignity and personal integrity in all their dimensions.​
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 CONTACT US

Help to better our community by partnering, donating, or volunteering with Holy Family and transformation of our society. We have especially committed ourselves to the service of the poor, and those in need.

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