St. Vincent de Paul has many organizations, committees and groups that need your expertise! If you are interested in serving on any of these committees, please call the church office at (402) 643-3421. Christ calls us to live out our Catholic faith in action, please join us in living the mission of our faith.
Accompanists & Musicians
Accompanists & musicians accompany vocalists on organ, piano, guitar and other instruments during Mass or other special liturgies
Contact: Cindy Bader 402-641-5679 pbader@windstream.net
Acolytes
The Acolyte Ministry assists the priest by distributing Communion and preparing for all liturgical celebrations.
Contact: Nicki Wintz 402-643-3421 nichole-wintz@cdolinc.net
Msgr. Robert Tucker 402-643-3421 msgr.robert-tucker@cdolinc.net
Adoration (Exposition) of the Blessed Sacrament
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is a form of prayer that brings us into the presence of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. Our Lord offers us special graces as we spend quiet time with Him. Sign up for an hour on Monday or Wednesday!
Contact: Tania Breiner 402-643-5401 tania-breiner@cdolinc.net
Altar Servers
Altar Servers offers boys 10 and older the chance to get closer to the Lord by assisting the priest at our liturgical celebrations. Boys who have received First Holy Communion can participate in this ministry.
Contact: Nicki Wintz 402-643-3421 nichole-wintz@cdolinc.net
Baptism Preparation
To help parents and families of children understand the meaning and impact of Baptism in the Christian life by giving parents a greater awareness of their duties as spiritual guardians of their children. For those seeking to have a child baptized, if it is their first child, will need to make an appointment for an instruction class.
Contact: Msgr. Robert Tucker 402-643-3421 msgr.robert-tucker@cdolinc.net
Bible Study
Participants discover the beauty of Scripture and grow into a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ and others. There are several different study groups available.
Contact: Msgr. Robert Tucker 402-643-3421 msgr.robert-tucker@cdolinc.net
Cantor
Cantors are the leaders of sung prayer for the assembly at worship. Through their leadership, they foster a greater sense of full, conscious and active participation.
Contact: Cindy Bader 402-641-4679 pbader@windstream.net
Confirmation Reception
A reception in the Social Hall will be held for the bishop, clergy, confirmands and their families following the Confirmation liturgy. The chairwoman will ask the designated circle or circles for a designated amount of money so cookies, cake or cupcakes can be ordered. Four or five ladies will be needed to set up, serve & clean up.
Contact: Bea Niemoth 402-641-3354 brniemoth@gmail.com
Decorating Committee
The Decorating Committee helps to plan the environment in the church for the major holidays and seasons throughout the year, meeting on as-needed basis.
Contact: Alexandria Saalfeld 913-220-3175
Engaged Encounter
Engaged Encounter weekends are available to any engaged couple who would like a weekend of sharing and dialogue with one another to enhance their marriage preparation in the Lord. Couples interested in making a weekend, or those who would like to help with the Engaged Encounter Program, are invited to go to:
www.lincolndiocese.org/marriage-family/engaged-encounter.
Contact: Msgr. Robert Tucker 402-643-3421 msgr.robert-tucker@cdolinc.net
Eucharistic Ministers to the Homebound & Nursing Homes
Eucharistic Ministers to the Homebound & Nursing Homes serve our parish by bringing Communion to those who can no longer attend Mass because of sickness or old age. As members of the early Church carried the Eucharist to each other, these ministers continue the tradition of physically transporting the Body of Christ to members of our faith community.
Contact: Nicki Wintz 402-643-3421 nichole-wintz@cdolinc.net
Facilities Committee
This ministry will help with the upkeep of the church building, as well as planning for future projects.
Contact: Aaron Busse 402-417-2727 aaronhd04@aol.com
Financial & Develpment Committee
The Finance & Development Committee meets quarterly to review the financial stability of the parish and assist the pastor in making financial decisions for the future work of the parish.
Contact: Bruce Faimon 402-643-6480 bdfaimon@windstream.net
Ryne Seaman 402-643-2121 rseaman@neb.rr.com
Funeral Dinners
As a service to the family who is grieving, our parish provides salads, desserts & workers for a luncheon immediately following the funeral service. Often these luncheons can be quite large, so many volunteers are needed to prepare and serve the meal.
Contact: Linda Wentink 402-641-5997 lindawentink@gmail.com
Bea Niemoth 402-641-3354 brniemoth@gmail.com
Greeters
Greeters assist before, during and after Masses, escorting church members and guests to their pews, collecting the offertory and distributing the bulletins.
Contact: Nicki Wintz 402-643-3421 nichole-wintz@cdolinc.net
Knights of Columbus
In 1983, the Knights of Columbus No. 8469 was organized at St. Vincent de Paul Parish. Currently, there are approximately 217 members. Knights of Columbus consist of Catholic men 18 years of age and over who have fulfilled their first of four degree requirements. The Knights stand for Charity, Unity, Fraternity & Patriotism. Meetings are held on the 3rd Monday of the month at 6:30 pm.
Contact: Matt George 402-694-9220 mattgeorge140@gmail.com
Marriage Encounter
A Marriage Encounter weekend is available to any couple who would like to enhance their relationship with communication on the positive aspects of their love and understanding of the other’s feelings. The weekend is an opportunity for the husband and wife to learn to share their thoughts, and to reawaken the beauty of their love of God and their love for each other upon which they built their marriage in the beginning. Presenting couples of the Marriage Encounter team help one to reflect and learn through sharing their own experiences. Couples then communicate with each other in private. Couples interested in making a weekend may contact the Diocesan Family Life Office.
Contact: Diocesan Family Life Office 402-488-2040
Marriage Preparation
Marriage Preparation is available for parishioners who wish to receive the Sacrament of Matrimony. A couple should contact the priest 6 to 12 months prior to a proposed wedding date.
Contact: Msgr. Robert Tucker 402-643-3421 msgr.robert-tucker@cdolinc.net
Men’s Group (St. Joseph’s Group)
A men’s group with a focus on Fellowship and Faith Formation. This group meets for 1 hour on Saturday mornings at 6:45 am, October through May.
Contact: Mark Peery 402-304-6271 MARK-PEERY@sandhills.com
Ministry of Moms
The Mom’s Group is open to moms of any age, regardless of their child’s age or grade level. The group meets to discuss a book or study a series that will help moms grow in their faith life. The group gives moms a chance to get together to discuss their faith in a kid-friendly setting.
Contact: Emily O’Brien 402-640-7144
Mowers
We have a huge lawn here at St. Vincent de Paul. We need volunteers to help mow the lawn and keep it looking nice.
Contact: Mel Aldrich 402-416-4525 melvin-aldrich@cdolinc.net
Natural Family Planning
The Diocesan Natural Family Planning Center offer instruction in the (Creighton Model) ovulation method of Natural Family Planning, which is the mucus method, not the rhythm method, so cycles need not be regular to use to achieve or avoid a pregnancy. Assistance is also offered to Sympto-Thermal users of Natural Family Planning.
Contact: Lincoln NFP Education Center 402-488-2040
Parish Council
The Parish Council serves as an advisory body to the Pastor. This council meets five times each year, unless otherwise noted.
Contact: Msgr. Robert Tucker 402-643-3421 msgr.robert-tucker@cdolinc.net
PCCW – Parish Council of Catholic Women
The Parish Council of Catholic Women, under the direction of our priest, performs the Spiritual and Corporal Works of Mercy in the service of God and His Church. The members are committed to the care and beautification of the sanctuary and the church. The ministry also bakes and sells pies at the Seward County Fair each year, and the proceeds are given for altar needs. The PCCW ladies also serve for various receptions held at the church.
PCCW Board Members:
Mary Frisbie 402-641-9271 mary.frisbie@sewardschools.org
Bonnie Hentzen 402-641-2373 bhentzen@hotmail.com
Mary Miner 402-643-0605 marybethminer@gmail.com
Bea Niemoth 402-641-3354 brniemoth@gmail.com
Pro-Life Committee
Yearly events that we participate in nationally include The Sanctity of Human Life Sunday in January and the Life Chair in October. Activities on the local agenda include Birthright, a baby articles collection and a Mother’s Day advertisement in the local newspaper in May.
Contact: Kathy Summa 402-416-3980 the6summas@gmail.com
PTO (Parent/Teacher Organization)
The PTO is an organization of current parents and teachers of St. Vincent de Paul school that helps financially support the needs of the school through fundraisers as well as helps organize activities for the school children.
Contact: School Office 402-643-9525
Readers & Lectors
Readers and Lectors proclaim the Word of God at our Masses and special occasion liturgical celebrations.
Nicki Wintz 402-643-3421 nichole-wintz@cdolinc.net
Religious Education
– CCD Catechist (1st-8th grades)
CCD classes are open to all parish students in first through eighth grades. Classes meet each Wednesday evening during the school year from 7:00-8:15 pm. Students in second grade are instructed to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation and Holy Eucharist. Students in fifth grade are instructed to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation. Catechists follow a Diocesan approved curriculum in planning and teaching the Catholic Faith.
Contact: Carmen Brown 402-643-3521 carmen-brown@cdolinc.net
– Godparent Program (High School Religious Education)
The Godparent Program is the religious education program for teens in 9th-12th grade The weekly sessions are in the Godparent homes on Wednesdays from 7:00 to 8:15 pm. Teens remain in their assigned group for all four years of high school. The Godparents are married couples who volunteer and are willing to share their faith, be good witnesses to the Sacrament of Marriage, and open their homes to their group. Events include: Steubenville Conference, Denver Mission Trip/Hiking Adventure, Annual Retreat
Contact: Beth Nemec 402-641-4023 beth-nemec@cdolinc.net
– Concordia College Outreach
The Concordia University Outreach is for students at Concordia University in Seward seeking a community of young adult Catholics. This includes Bible study, Outreach and building community and SEEK Conference.
Contact: Beth Nemec 402-641-4023 beth-nemec@cdolinc.net
– Adult Ministry
Adult ministry includes: Young Married Couples Bible Study, Adult Day Pilgrimages, One on one Spiritual Direction/Mentorship, Lenten Study and Parish Mission, Advent Study.
Contact: Beth Nemec 402-641-4023 beth-nemec@cdolinc.net
– RCIA/OCIA (Rite/Order of Christian Initiation for Adults)
RCIA/OCIA is the official process of the whole Catholic Church for welcoming new members and for offering information about the Catholic Church to inquirers. It aims at helping people grow in knowledge, faith and prayer so that they can make a mature and free response to God’s call. This nine-month process of instruction and information about the Catholic Church is intended for those who have never been baptized, baptized in another faith or for those who wish to return to the practice of the faith.
Contact: Msgr. Robert Tucker 402-643-3421 msgr.robert-tucker@cdolinc.net
Sacristans
This ministry is open to adult confirmed Catholics. The sacristan prepares the physical objects needed for the celebration of the Mass. This detailed ministry is necessary for the smooth flow of the liturgical celebration.
Contact: Judy Vandenberg 402-643-4117 humblethreadsbyjudy@yahoo.com
Lori Wehrs 402-641-4668 wehrsclan@yahoo.com
Seven Sisters Apostolate
The Seven Sisters Apostolate is a call to strengthen the Church by ensuring that a Holy Hour is prayed each day of the week for the sole intention of a specific priest, a “holy wasting” (cf. Mt. 26:10) or lavishing of prayer for his deeper conformity to Christ. Seven women are asked to pray for a priest, each praying one day of the week for one hour, preferably in front of the Blessed Sacrament. Information booklets are available in the church office or refer to the website: sevensistersapostolate.org
Contact: Nicki Wintz 402-643-3421 nichole-wintz@cdolinc.net
St. Vincent de Paul Preschool
Our parish preschool offers session for children ages 3-5. Session choices include just morning or all day. There are also choices of 2 days a week (Tues/Thurs), 3 days a week (Mon/Wed/Fri) or 5 days a week (Mon-Fri). Preschool activities integrate our faith along with learning preschool skills. Registration begins in the spring.
Contact: School Office 402-643-9525
St. Vincent de Paul School
Our school began in the Fall of 2001. The school now provides education for children in Kindergarten through Sixth grade. The staff is dedicated to providing spiritual growth and academic excellence to their students.
Contact: School Office 402-643-9525
St. Vincent de Paul Boosters
The Boosters are involved in the continuing promotion of St. Vincent de Paul School within the parish and community. They serve to promote the school to new families, support school activities and foster fellowship between the school, parish and the community. The Boosters offer Donuts and coffee after Sunday Masses the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month and organized Fellowship nights.
Contact: Janet Bohaty 402-643-9525 janet-bohaty@cdolinc.net
St. Vincent de Paul Prayer Circle
The St. Vincent de Paul Prayer Circle is a volunteer group that ministers to our parish and parishioners by praying for personal prayer requests, as well as the needs of our church and community.
Contact: Nicki Wintz 402-643-3421 nichole-wintz@cdolinc.net
School Advisory Committee
A group of parents and parishioners who recognize the importance of St. Vincent de Paul School as a Catholic educational ministry for our youth and advise the Pastor and the Principal on how to sustain and advance this ministry to meet the needs of our community.
Contact: School Office 402-643-9525
Society of St. Vincent de Paul
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is a worldwide Catholic lay organization. Staffed by parishioners, its local mission is to help the needy in Seward County with food, rent, utilities and other assistance. New members are always welcome. Please leave a message on our helpline at 402-646-2299 if you would like to join, receive more information, or if you are in need of assistance.
Contact: Please leave a message on our helpline at 402-646-2299 if you would like to join or receive more information.
SPIRIT Committee
Once a year, the parish gathers together for a major fundraiser – SPIRIT Dinner & Auction. The proceeds raised are for the everyday operating expenses that the church and school incur throughout the year.
Contact: Roxy Knutson 308-293-0678
Stewardship Committee
The primary responsibility of the Stewardship committee is to promote a strong one on one relationship with Christ for all parishioners. A key element is promoting communication between all parish ministries and to the Parish as a whole to be involved and live a Stewardship lifestyle. The committee will work to ensure stewardship is not just a one-time activity but continues as an ongoing part of parish life. They will strive to keep the stewardship message alive in the parish throughout the year.
Contact: Parish Office 402-643-3421
Wake – Rosary Hospitality
Families wishing refreshments served following a wake/rosary service held at the church the evening before a funeral, may contact the chairwoman of this committee. Coffee will be provided by the PCCW. All food and other refreshments will either be provided or paid for by the family. The Wake-Rosary Hospitality Committee will be in charge of serving, setting up and cleaning up. The family would need to check availability of the Social Hall from the Parish Office.
Contact: Parish Office 402-643-3421
Welcoming Committee
Committee members will visit new parishioners and welcome them to our parish community.
Contact: Bonnie Hentzen 402-641-2373 bhetzen@hotmail.com