By working together, we'll bring HOPE IN THE GOOD LIFE to our southern Nebraska neighbors.
OUR MISSION
To perform the
WORKS OF MERCY
in response
to the
CALL OF GOD
Our CORE VALUES
Dignity
Integrity
Empathy
Trust
Sustainability
We trace our beginnings to 1932 when Bishop Louis Kucera founded CSS to respond to the needs of persons suffering the effects of the Great Depression. We are an agency of the Catholic Diocese of Lincoln serving under the auspices of Bishop James Conley. God has called us to build up the Body of Christ in southern Nebraska through the spiritual and corporal works of mercy. We are called to grow in holiness, walk in trust, serve with integrity, and faithfully proclaim the Gospel.
Our VISION: To inspire hope and love in every encounter.
This statement is an aspirational goal that we strive to achieve every single day at CSS. We strive to inspire hope and love when we welcome the stranger and when we give drink to the thirsty and food to the hungry. We strive to inspire hope and love when we encounter each other and when we encounter our volunteers, community partners, and you, our supporters. In every encounter, that is our goal, and we’d be honored to have you join us on this journey.
More about the CSS LOGO DESIGN
CIRCLE
The Eucharist, a reminder of our agency’s Catholic identity.
CROSS
Christ & our agency’s mission to perform the works of mercy.
SUNRISE
The hope of a new day & Hope in the Good Life
WATER
The Platte River, as we serve all of Nebraska south of the river.
FIELD
Agriculture, the backbone of our diocese & state.
ROAD
Our urban areas, neighbors, & our connections.
