Providing Hopeful Support for Expecting Mothers
Family is the basic unit of our society. There is a great need to heal our culture and strengthen the family structure in America. Bethlehem House has identified respect for all life — born and unborn — as the crucial issue our community must address.
We all want our children to have bright futures, and that future can begin at Bethlehem House. Having a baby is a beautiful blessing; but for some, the reality of an unplanned pregnancy can add another layer of uncertainty and difficulty to an already unpredictable world.
Ours is not a place to stay for the night. Here you will find a loving, family environment with access to various services and everything you need to take care of yourself and welcome your baby into the world.
Families are stronger when they are together.
Our Mission
To provide pregnant and parenting women in crisis, regardless of their faith preference, with a home, hope and empowerment through life-affirming services rooted in Catholic tradition.
Our Values
Uphold the dignity of the human person.
Every individual has inherent worth, from the moment of conception through natural death. We are dedicated to upholding this belief by incorporating it into every aspect of our work. Our commitment to treating each person with the dignity and respect they deserve is unwavering.
Support and strengthen family & community.
It is important to us to model what a healthy family and community looks like, feels like, and functions like. Family is the central social institution and good parenting helps sustain life, guides morality and informs healthy decision making.
Foster an environment of mercy & hope.
It is our honor to demonstrate compassion and kindness to a vulnerable population, and to instill hope in those we serve. We strive to cultivate a sense of solidarity in our greater community by recognizing and resolving cultural deficiencies.
Our People
Terri Vadovski | Executive Director
Elizabeth Gelnette | Humble Lily Manager
Korrie E. Zeschmann | Assistant Store Manager
Kayla Lorenzo | Database Administrator / Office Manager
Paris Mace | Resident Advocate
Megan Aguirre | Senior Case Manager
Mary O'Donnell-Voi | Program Director
Maura Reyes Mejia | Resident Advocate
Katherine O'Donnell | Health & Wellness Manager
Cindy Grell | Development Coordinator
Aysia Leibert | Resident Advocate
Madelyn Sabus | Case Manager
Kyra Jongeward | Resident Advocate
Desarae Carroll | Resident Advocate
Reyna Aguirre | Resident Advocate
Britany Martinez | Resident Advocate
Ashley Pendgraft | Community Outreach Coordinator
The Bethlehem House enjoys guidance from a board of directors who deeply believe in our mission to provide care and resources to pregnant and parenting women in crisis.
Our board is comprised of business, faith and philanthropic leaders from across the Omaha area. Board members, along with dedicated staff members, help direct our strategy and daily work.
Board of Directors
Board Executives
Matt Miller | President
Paul Parr | Secretary (Finance Committee)
Brett Wawers | Treasurer (Finance Chair)
Barb Vollmer | Vice President (Program Committee)
Board Members
Shann McKeever | Development/Program
Tracy Wollenburg | Development
Julie Crockett | Development
Jonathan Meeter | Finance
Angie Lohaus | Development
Lori Snyder | Development
Bethlehem House has a unique history and living space. Once a convent, our home is located on the former St. Patrick’s property in south Omaha.
Bethlehem House does not pursue federal funding. Funding comes from community foundations, individuals, families, churches, organizations, grants, businesses and community & faith groups. Some Nebraska state funding is received and additional funds are raised through events sponsored by Bethlehem House as well as other local organizations. Click the button below to find out how you can help make our mission possible.
"For a while I lost hope. I have learned to respect myself and believe in love. I am able to reflect on my past bad decisions and to hold myself accountable and responsible for the way I was living my life. God has been working on me in this place."
— Former Resident