Welcome to Saint Cecilia Catholic Cathedral

Archdiocese of Omaha Mother Church where our mission is to bring all to the beauty, truth, and joy of Christ.

Archdiocese of Omaha Mother Church

We are INTENTIONALLY Catholic!

Our mission is to bring all to the beauty, truth, and joy of Christ. Worship of Jesus Christ in the Cathedral is offered through the celebration of the Eucharist which is the “source and summit” of our faith.

Holy Mass: Sunday 8:30 am & 10:30 am; Saturday 7:30 am & 5:30 pm; Monday - Friday 11:15 am.

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Welcome Visitors

We are so excited to have you “Come Home” to Saint Cecilia Cathedral, a beautiful teaching space about our Catholic Faith. All who enter the church and receive the sacraments here experience the grace and glory and love of God. Through our Masses and even the private prayer time in the quiet of this holy space, we offer you an opportunity to join us. We would love to have you be part of our family.

One of the things that draws people into Saint Cecilia Cathedral is the beauty and grandeur of the building itself. Visitors are drawn to the towers on the hill and the amazing architecture; those gathered for liturgies or Archdiocesan events are engulfed within in the beauty of the religious symbols, art, and sculpture.

Yet for all of its grand architecture and decoration and history, the primary purpose of Saint Cecilia Cathedral is the worship of God within the Catholic faith. The truth remains that there is nothing more beautiful than the celebrations (Masses) that happen here every day. Guests come for the beauty; they stay for the truth.

Santo Nino Celebration Mass

The 10:30 am Mass on Sunday, January 18, will be celebrated in honor of the Holy Child, the Santo Nino. We are blessed to host this annual January Mass including the Filipino community from the Omaha area.

You and your family are joyfully invited to celebrate Fiesta Señor 2026 at St. Cecilia Cathedral as we honor the Santo Niño with faith, culture, and community.

Sunday, January 18, 2026

10:30 AM – Solemn Holy Mass
️Procession immediately after Mass
Potluck Celebration & Program to follow in the Cafeteria

It’s a faith-filled celebration perfect for EVERYONE! Enjoy the delicious Filipino food, colorful traditional dance performances and cultural presentations, and fellowship for the whole family. Bring a dish to share (if you wish), invite your friends, and celebrate with us in faith, joy, and unity!

Plus, we will be selling raffle tickets for a chance to win awesome prizes. ALL monetary donations directly support the mission of Cofradia del Santo de Cebu – Greater Omaha Chapter.

Flower Festival

Cathedral Arts Project’s 41st Annual Flower Festival

January 22-25, 2026

In honor of Archbishop George Lucas and Michaela & John Blazek

The annual St. Cecilia Flower Festival is sponsored by Cathedral Arts Project and takes place on the last full weekend in January in the beauty of our Cathedral

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Cathedral Plaza Project

With your help and participation, this once-in-a-generation project will become a new gathering space for our parish and for Catholics throughout the Archdiocese of Omaha.

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Pray With Us for Your Cathedral

Join us as we pray every Thursday 2:30 to 3:00 pm in the Cathedral before the Blessed Sacrament or at home/work for our priests & past priests, deacons, parishioners, staff, child care children & families & staff, school students & families & teachers, and all of the ministries and programs of Saint Cecilia Cathedral.

Also . . . join us Thursdays for Eucharistic Adoration from Noon-6:00 pm in Our Lady of Nebraska Chapel.

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Comedy & Cuisine

Join us for an unforgettable evening of laughter, delicious food, and community spirit. This signature event brings together families, friends, and supporters for a night to remember.

Every donation, big or small, helps us provide exceptional education and opportunities for our students.

April 18, 2026

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Trivia Night

Join the fun at our St. Cecilia Elementary School’s Home & School Association’s annual fund raiser! Get your team together and design your table theme and costumes (optional). Mostly get ready for a great time with other Cathedral supporters and friends.

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Our Parish

Tell me more!

Our parish is the home, heart, and foundation of the Omaha Archdiocese. We minister to people throughout the Omaha area and beyond.

Our mission is to bring all to the beauty, truth, and joy of Christ. The heart of Saint Cecilia is the people.

Every person in this parish is invited to become a part of the life of our parish through ministries, activities, and committees.

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Celebrate Mass

Sundays: 8:30 am and 10:30 am
Saturdays: 7:30 am and 5:30 pm
Weekdays: 11:15 am
Holy Days: 5:30 pm (vigil), 11:15 am and 7:00 pm
Holidays: 9:00 am

Confession Schedule
Weekdays: 11:50 am – 12:10 pm
Saturdays: 4:00 – 5:00 pm

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Visit Us

We are located in the heart of Midtown at 701 North 40th Street, Omaha, Nebraska, on a hill overlooking the great city.

The Church is open for visit and prayer weekdays 8:00 am to 5:30 pm, Saturdays 7:00 am to 7:00 pm, and Sundays 7:30 am to 5:30 pm. Administration office hours are weekdays 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.

Call us at 402-551-2313, or to schedule a tour call 402-551–4888.

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Be In the Know

Each week we produce a bulletin filled with Cathedral information. Pick one up in the church or click the button below.

We send two weekly emails to keep you informed of events and Masses, etc. If you are not receiving our emails, please click the button to get on the list.

We will also post important information here on our website.

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BULLETINS

Cathedral Campus

St. Cecilia Cathedral

A masterpiece of creativity, the Cathedral was built in 1907. It is a cause for pride among parishioners, alumni of the parish schools, and friends among the civic community of Omaha.

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St. Cecilia School

The school, built in 1955, has full wireless data access, projectors and Apple TV devices in every room, a state-of-the-art science lab, and STEAM & Media Center, and updated art and music classrooms.

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AdminISTRATION Office / Rectory

The building is a mid-century modern building with many original features inside. It include the priests’ residence and offices and the Cathedral Administration staff offices.

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Msgr. Graham Building

This building includes the Cultural Center, Cathedral Arts Project, Music Ministry, Parish Center, cafeteria and gym. This was the original Cathedral High School that was renovated in 2003.

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ChildCare Center

Located adjacent to the grade school, the center accepts infants (6 weeks to 18 months) up to school-age kids (5 to 13). Full-day and before/after care are available.

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