Care & Support

We all suffer at one point or another. For those moments when you are hurting and need to talk, we are here.

We offer one-to-one, Christ-centered care and support. Our parish staff and trained volunteers attentively listen, compassionately discuss, and confidentially move toward resolution (including external resource referrals, when necessary).

Whether you are journeying through grief, undergoing relationship issues, experiencing job loss/underemployment, encountering afflictions of mind, body, and soul, or just need someone to listen, we can help.

Contact Colleen Eusterwiemann, Pastoral Care Coordinator, at (402)861-4538 or the Parish Office at (402) 861-9675 (select option #2 after hours).

Community Help

True worship is to work for justice and care for the poor and oppressed. (Isaiah 58:5-7)

If you or a loved one is struggling with food insecurity or economic hardships, St. Stephen the Martyr has resources and can refer individuals to other local resources to alleviate economic pressures. Please scroll to see a list of local and national resources.

If you would like to talk to someone at St. Stephen the Martyr, please contact Colleen Eusterwiemann, Pastoral Care Coordinator, at 402-861-4538 or c.eusterwiemannor@stephen.org

St. Francis of Assisi, patron saints of the poor, pray for us!

Food Pantry

Our Food Pantry is open to all in our parish family and the greater community who are in need.  We provide not only food items, but a listening ear and we ensure your dignity and confidentiality. If at any time, you are in need, call Colleen Eusterwiemann, Pastoral Care Coordinator, at (402)861-4538. We are always ready to open our doors!  With many Blessings!

Want to help stock our shelves?

  • Volunteers – Volunteers are needed to assist in collecting donations, shopping, organizing, and packaging.
  • Donation Drives – Items can be dropped off in the entryway of the Parish Center. Additionally, take advantage of curbside drop off with the Knights of Columbus on the first Saturday of every month from 10 AM to 12 PM. Look for more information in the bulletin for special opportunities to donate and list specific items needed.

Community Help Lines

  • Alcoholics Anonymous: 402-556-1880
  • AL-ANON: 402-553-5033
  • Boys Town National Hotline: 800-448-3000
  • Catholic Charities Counseling Service: 402-554-0500
  • Domestic Abuse: 402-558-5700
  • Domestic Abuse: Lydia House/Women & Children 402-422-1111
  • Energy Assistance/MUD: 402-554-6666
  • Energy Assistance/OPPD: 402-636-2000
  • Emergency Pregnancy Service: 402-554-0121
  • Food Pantry/SSM: 402-861-4538
  • Gamblers Anonymous: 402-978-7557
  • Metro Home Base: (shelter, utility bills) 402-934-2273
  • Open Door Mission: 402-422-1111
  • Parents Assist Line: 402-397-9909
  • Poison Control: 800-222-1222
  • Shelter/Sienna Francis House: 402-341-1821 (women) / 402-341-9236 (men)
  • Shelter/The Stephen Center: 402-731-0238
  • Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255
  • Abortion Pill Rescue Network: 877.588.0333

    For additional community resources, please contact Colleen Eusterwiemann, Pastoral Care Coordinator, at (402) 861-4538 or c.eusterwiemann@stephen.org.

Walking with Moms in Need 

More information coming soon! 

Mental Health Resources

The Catholic Church remains a steadfast ally in the mission of promoting dignity, compassion and practical help for all God’s children struggling with mental health challenges. Please pray for those fighting mental health battles and for their loved ones. 

If you or a loved one is struggling, please consult this list of local and national resources. If you would like to talk to someone at St. Stephen the Martyr, please contact Colleen Eusterwiemann, Pastoral Care Coordinator, at 402-861-4538 or c.eusterwiemannor@stephen.org

St. Louis Martin & St. Dymphna, patron saints of those struggling with mental health, pray for us!

USCCB Roundtable with Lincoln’s Bishop James Conley

USCCB National Catholic Mental Health Campaign roundtable with Bishop James Conley of Lincoln and two key leaders in the area of mental health on mental and spiritual wellness within the family.

Keep scrolling for local resources!

Local Mental Health Resources

National Mental Health Resources