Hello Religious Education Families,
Jesus died for you to redeem you by His blood and to free you from sin. Jesus made the ultimate sacrifice, so that we might have life.
This week as we approach Easter Sunday, how can you thank God for dying for you? Think about how you can honor and remember His sacrifice in the coming days.
Even in the ordinary circumstances of everyday life, we can live Holy week with our eyes turned to God. Spend some time in prayer, and thank God for the life he's given you.
We are praying for you and your loved ones!
God bless, Your church family at St. Stephen the Martyr
Jesus died for you to redeem you by His blood and to free you from sin. Jesus made the ultimate sacrifice, so that we might have life.
This week as we approach Easter Sunday, how can you thank God for dying for you? Think about how you can honor and remember His sacrifice in the coming days.
Even in the ordinary circumstances of everyday life, we can live Holy week with our eyes turned to God. Spend some time in prayer, and thank God for the life he's given you.
We are praying for you and your loved ones!
God bless, Your church family at St. Stephen the Martyr
Religious Education 2026-2027
Registration Is Open
Volunteer & Join Our Team!
We cannot thank our current volunteers enough for their service to our parish this past year and pray they will volunteer with us again!
St. Francis saw each act of kindness and charity as a reflection of Christ’s love, best expressed through simple, humble service. In this way, Francis demonstrated that volunteering — whether within the church or beyond its walls — is not merely an activity, but a way of life that can draw the faithful closer to God by loving their neighbors as themselves.
We have numerous ways to volunteer. Click the link below to see the various opportunities to help in the Religious Education Department.
St. Francis saw each act of kindness and charity as a reflection of Christ’s love, best expressed through simple, humble service. In this way, Francis demonstrated that volunteering — whether within the church or beyond its walls — is not merely an activity, but a way of life that can draw the faithful closer to God by loving their neighbors as themselves.
We have numerous ways to volunteer. Click the link below to see the various opportunities to help in the Religious Education Department.
A list of filled/available volunteers positions will be posted in the window of the RE office. Please sign up today to ensure your desired position is available!
Vacation Bible School
June 8th - 12th
9 AM to Noon
Looking at the sign-up genius for volunteers, we are currently needing more volunteers for putting out the easter eggs, so if you could help promote that I would appreciate it.
Easter & Sacrament Books Plus More For Sale
St Stephen the Martyr School would like to share some information about their Spring book fair. They have partnered with the Ignatius Book Company this Spring and have a wide variety of Catholic faith books for all our parish families to enjoy. Each purchase earns Ave Dollars that the Religious Education Department can use to purchase additional resources for the department. They will be mailed directly to your home.
Families must login and can get free shipping for orders $15 or more! Click the link below and follow the steps.
Steps to follow:
1. Parents must create an account.
2. St. Stephen the Martyr School is preloaded for easier setup.
3. Fill out the child's information.
4. Choose your child's classroom: Religious Education
5. Click on 'get started'.
First Communion Dresses and Suits Available
Purchasing First Communion dress clothes should not be a financial burden for any family! The parish has received multiple donations of "like new" dress clothes for both boys and girls in several sizes for this special day. Please reach out to Sandy Kimmey, Director of Rel. Ed., at s.kimmey@stephen.org /402.861.4510 for assistance.
Suggested attire for First Communion children:
Girls-White dress, Dress shoes, Optional: headband/floral wreath
NO veils, gloves, or purses please!
Boys-White dress shirt, Dress slacks (any color) Dress shoes.
Optional: coat and/or tie
Suggested attire for First Communion children:
Girls-White dress, Dress shoes, Optional: headband/floral wreath
NO veils, gloves, or purses please!
Boys-White dress shirt, Dress slacks (any color) Dress shoes.
Optional: coat and/or tie
Knights of Columbus 2026 Scholarship Application
The St. Stephen the Martyr Knights of Columbus are accepting applications for the 2026 Deacon Wesley Kreun Memorial Scholarship. This is not an academic scholarship; recipients will be selected based on service within the parish and other charitable activities. Scholarships include four $500 one-year awards for students attending local Catholic high schools, four $1,000 one-year awards for students attending an accredited college or university, and one $1,000 one-year award for a student attending a trade school. Applications are available at the kiosk in the gathering space or the parish office now through April 30, 2026. Completed applications should be returned to the parish office. For questions, contact Hank Hardy at hwhardy02@gmail.com. God bless!
Upcoming Dates:
March 29: Rel. Ed. Registration Opens
April 7/8: Millard Spring Break-No Rel. Ed. Classes
April 12: Easter Egg Hunt
April 19: First Holy Communion; 1 pm & 3:30 pm
April 28/29/30: Confirmation; 6:30 pm
May 5/6: Last week of classes
VBS: June 8-12