Archbishop George J. Lucas invites you to attend the annual Mass honoring marriage August 28^th at St. Mary’s in Norfolk or September 11^th at St. Cecilia’s in Omaha. This event honors couples who are celebrating 5, 25, 40, 50, 60 or more years of marriage. Rosary at 2pm, Mass at 2:30pm and cake reception to follow. Names of couples who register by July 12^th will be included in the program. Register below to attend the 2022 Marriage Celebrations in Omaha and Norfolk!

Norfolk Celebration

Register here!

Omaha Celebration

Register here!

No one is without a family in this world: the Church is a home and family for everyone, especially those who ‘labor and are heavy laden.'"

— Familiaris Consortio 85, Mt 11:28

Marriage Preparation

(In English)

Preparing Couples For A Lifelong Commitment

Fertility Awareness/NFP

"The menstrual cycle should be considered the 'fourth vital sign' for young women."

Matrimonio y Vida Familiar Ministerio Hispano

Marriage and Family Ministry (In Spanish)

¡Bienvenidos!

Human Sexuality Formation

Helpful resources for parents, schools and parishes.

Same-Sex Attraction

Through Jesus' all-encompassing love, we can help provide the peace and clarity you seek.

PATH

Pornography Awareness, Truth, and Healing

Respect Life

"We celebrate God's glory in every human being, a sign of the living God, an icon of Jesus Christ." — Evangelium Vitae, 25

Youth Events

Contact us

Mr. John Gencarelli

Coordinator of Youth Evangelization & Discipleship

402-551-9003 X1331

jjgencarelli@archomaha.org

2222 N. 111th St.
Omaha, Nebraska 68164

Serves Parish and School Youth Ministry Leaders and Pro-Life Coordinators by providing formative events for leaders, coaching in best practices, and coordinating youth events such as Steubenville, NCYC, Totus Tuus and the March for Life.

Reggan Simons

Event Coordinator

402.551.9003 x1300

rksimons@archomaha.org

2222 N. 111th St.
Omaha, Nebraska 68164

Available to answer general questions about Family Life Office ministries and information on LoveEd and NFP.

Mariana Flores-Chávez

Coordinator, Hispanic Marriage and Family Ministries

402.551.9003 x1303

mfloreschavez@archomaha.org

2222 N. 111th St.
Omaha, Nebraska 68164

Oversees Spanish Marriage Preparation, Marriage and Family Enrichment, and FOCCUS registration and facilitator training for spanish speakers.

Rachael Tvrdy

Coordinator, Marriage Preparation and Enrichment

402.551.9003 x1312

rltvrdy@archomaha.org

2222 N. 111th St.
Omaha, Nebraska 68164

Oversees Marriage a Journey for Life retreats, marriage preparation and enrichment, and FOCCUS registration and facilitator training.

Rocio Hernandez de Adame

Assistant Coordinator, Hispanic Marriage Preparation

402.276.3064

readame@archomaha.org

2222 N. 111th St.
Omaha, Nebraska 68164

Oversees Spanish Marriage Preparation, Marriage and Family Enrichment, and FOCCUS registration for Spanish speakers in the rural areas.

Ms. Jodi Phillips

Associate Director of Evangelization and Family Life Office

402-551-9003 X2106

jmphillips@archomaha.org

2222 N. 111th St.
Omaha, Nebraska 68164

Serves Parish Directors of Religious Education and Sacramental Coordinators by providing formative events for leaders, curriculum standards and guidelines and coaching in best practices.

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