Holy Cross Catholic Church

09/06/2026

Mass for Sunday September 6, 2026

09/05/2026

Please pray for the soul of longtime parishioner, Larry Swanson, his wife Connie, and their family. Larry passed away September 2, 2026. The VIGIL SERVICE is Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 7pm at the Heafey West Center Chapel, with VISITATION from 5-7:00pm. MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL is Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at 10:30am at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 4810 Woolworth Avenue, Omaha.

Eternal rest grant unto Larry, O Lord, and let Your perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, rest in peace. Amen.

View Lawrence James "Larry" Swanson's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

09/04/2026

09/02/2026

Holy Cross parishioners have demonstrated their generosity time and time again and the members of the Holy Cross Society of Saint Vincent DePaul (SVDP) are asking each of you to demonstrate that same generosity once again. Please keep a family in need warm this winter by donating your new or gently used clean coats and winter accessories (i.e. new hats, gloves, scarves, etc.) to this year’s SVDP annual coat drive.

We will be collecting your coat and winter accessory donations in the back of church on the following weekends before and after Mass:

Saturday, September 12 and Sunday, September 13
Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20
Saturday, September 26 and Sunday, September 27

Members of the SVDP Society here at Holy Cross will be in the back of church during those weekends to help you with your donations. Or, you are able to drop off your coat giveaway donations at any of the four SVDP Omaha thrift stores; please label donations dropped off at a thrift store with the words Coat Drive.

The coat giveaways will occur at two different locations. The first will take place on October 10 from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Assumption Church (5602 S. 22nd St.) The second will occur on October 24 from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Omaha Home for Boys (4343 N. 52nd St.)

09/01/2026

Please pray for the soul and family of long-time parishioner, Mindy Begley, who passed away August 30th, 2026.

VIGIL SERVICE will be Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at 7pm with a VISITATION from 5-7:00pm, West Center Chapel, 7805 West Center Road, Omaha, 68124.

MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL will be Thursday, September 3, 2026, at 10:30am, at Holy Cross Catholic Church.

Eternal rest grant unto Mindy, O Lord, and let Your perpetual light shine upon her. May her soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, rest in peace. Amen.

View Mindy Kay Begley's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

09/01/2026

OCIA Classes will begin September 9 and run through Easter. Attending the meetings is not a commitment to join the church; it is merely an attempt to explore what the church has to offer and to understand how it can lead everyone closer to God. (Maybe you have been a Catholic for many years and would like a little refresher on what the Church teaches yourself, you are encouraged to attend as well!)

08/31/2026

IT’S “GO” TIME!! THANK YOU IN ADVANCE FOR YOUR HELP!!
FESTIVAL IS JUST TWO WEEKS AWAY! Please share and tell your friends!

How can I still help, you ask?
Work a two-hour shift at a game booth, bouncy, food or beverage booth. QR code is above to browse your options. There are many! Or sign up at the back of church after mass. You will get a free T-shirt for working! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040A45ACAE29A2F49-64571266-festival

1. Bake (or buy) a cake…. Or two, or three . . . For the Cake Walk. Such a fun traditional Festival game!! Let’s stock up the supply!

2. Purchase 2 liter bottles of name brand pop for the Pop Ring Toss! Bottles can be dropped at the Rectory office or in the Hope Room.

3. Watch for grocery sales and bring your non-perishable items and paper goods to the Rectory office or Hope room.

4. Plant booth needs plants, cuttings and pots! Please drop off items to Michele Shearer’s porch at 4407 William St.

5. Donate new or gently used stuffed animals for the Teacher’s booth. Items can be dropped off at the Rectory or school office!

CALL or TEXT KATHY CALLAHAN WITH QUESTIONS 402-250-5386

08/29/2026

Please pray for the soul, and family, of long-time parishioner and supporter, Ed Rose, who passed away August 21st, 2026. Mass of Christian burial was held Friday, August 28, 2026, 10:30 am at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 4810 Woolworth Avenue, Omaha, NE.

Ed lived a life devoted to family, faith, service, and community. He retired from Procter & Gamble, where he worked as a Marketing and Sales Account Manager. He generously shared his time and talents throughout his life, particularly with Holy Cross Parish and School, a community that held special meaning for him and his family.

At Holy Cross, Ed served in numerous leadership roles, including Festival Chairman, Agape Chairman, Parish Council member, and Athletic Booster Club Board member. He also coached grade-school girls’ softball and basketball, sharing his love of sports while encouraging and mentoring young athletes.

In recognition of his commitment to Holy Cross athletics, Ed was inducted into the Booster Club Hall of Fame. His dedication left a lasting mark on the Holy Cross community and on the many families and young people he served.

Ed proudly served his country in the United States Army and was a member of Omaha American Legion Post #1. He was also an avid golfer and fisherman who cherished the friendships, laughter, and memories these activities brought him.

Ed is survived by his daughters, Kathy Nieland, Theresa (Tim) Masek, and Karen (Jordan) Stevens; his grandchildren: Sarah Nieland, Christopher Nieland, Maximilian Masek, Charlie Masek, Colin Masek, Sophia Stevens, and Mia Stevens; his brothers, William (Gloria) Rose and John (Nancy) Rose; his sisters, Anna (Bernard) Appel and Patty (Ron) Donkers; and many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends.

He was preceded in death by his beloved granddaughter, Macy Stevens; his son-in-law, Chris Nieland; his parents, Oscar and Blanche Rose; his sister, Rita; his brother, Fred; his sister and brother-in-law, Marian and Harold Jackson; and his sister and brother-in-law, Betty and John Brose.

Eternal rest grant unto Ed, O Lord, and let Your perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, rest in peace. Amen.

View Edward L. Rose's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

08/28/2026

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