Through the gift of grace in Baptism, God washes away the stain of original sin makes us a part of His family, and offers us eternal life.
Baptism at St. Stephen is celebrated every Sunday at 12 PM for infants and children younger than 7-years-old. Parents are required to attend one of our monthly preparation classes prior to their child’s Baptism.
Acknowledging the truth of your sinfulness before God and recognizing your need for His grace to help you become the person He wants you to be will really, truly set you free.
Confession at St. Stephen is offered every Tuesday from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, Saturday from 3:30 to 4:45 PM, or by appointment.
St. Stephen School and Religious Education students begin to prepare for their First Reconciliation in first grade and receive this Sacrament for the first time in second grade.
Jesus Christ is literally, not symbolically, present in the Eucharist—body, blood, soul, and divinity. Catholics have the opportunity to receive this sacrament at each Mass celebrated daily. Because sharing at the Eucharistic Table is a sign of unity in the Body of Christ, only those in communion with the Catholic Church may receive Holy Communion.
St. Stephen School and Religious Education students begin to prepare for their First Holy Communion in first grade and receive this Sacrament for the first time in second grade.
At Confirmation, the Holy Spirit is given to those already baptized in order to make them strong and perfect Christians and soldiers of Jesus Christ.
St. Stephen School and Religious Education students begin to prepare for Confirmation in eighth grade. Candidates participate in retreats, special events, and service hours. Students receive the Sacrament in the spring.
If you are interested or have been discerning a call to the priesthood or permanent diaconate, please contact the Omaha Archdiocese Vocation Director, Father Roza at (402) 558-3100 or ajroza@archomaha.org or Father Dave Belt at (402) 861-9675.
The Sacrament of Matrimony is a vocation – a public and covenantal commitment between a man and a woman to spend a lifetime together – creating and nurturing life, and helping each other to become their best self in Jesus, in life, and to others. The Sacrament is a visible sign of God’s unconditional love for us and brings grace and joy to the new couple.
Preparation for Marriage begins at least 6 months prior to the desired wedding date. Contact the parish office at (402) 896-9675 for details.