St. Patrick’s Catholic Campus Usage Policy
Saint Patrick’s Parish allows its Scholasticum, Arena, and Grounds to be used by the Parish and other community groups in accordance with our use policies.
Saint Patrick’s Assumption Arena & Scholasticum
St. Patrick’s Catholic Parish permits its Campus with its facilities to be used by various Parish and local groups for activities that benefit the spiritual and/or general wellbeing of the community. Use of St. Patrick’s facilities by other not-for-profits organizations (such as Scouts, basketball groups, AA, youth-oriented groups) may be on a gratis basis. Any group outside the Parish, St. Pier Giorgio Frassati Newman Center, or Diocese using the facility to raise funds will need to pay all usage fees. Any abuse of the facility or activity undertaken that is contrary to the Deposit of Catholic Faith will result in immediate termination of usage, a possible lifetime ban, and forfeiture of all paid fees.
Non-Parish activities are prohibited on Sunday prior to 12 noon. No exception can be made (Ex.20:8.)
Any and all usage fees must be paid prior to utilizing the facility.
All St. Patrick’s Parish, St. P.G. Frassati Newman House, and Diocese of Grand Island sponsored events will have priority over any other group.
Direct supervision of all facilities has been granted to the Parish Maintenance Supervisor. The head of all Parish facilities is always the appointed Pastor or Administrating Parish Priest.
All users and their guests agree, by signature of this document, to hold St. Patrick’s Parish (with all her holdings and staff), the St. Frassati Newman House, the Knights of Columbus 1128, and the Diocese of Grand Island harmless from any liability, property damage, personal injury, left behind personal items, lost personal items, or damaged personal items while using the facilities.
Although St. Patrick’s Parish welcomes all to Encounter Jesus (Jn.1:39), she at the same time must live only for the Truth (Jn.14:6). Thus, the following activities cannot be permitted on any Catholic Property (see CCC 2115-2117): Yoga, divination, Satanists, horoscopes, astrology, palm reading, interpretation of omens and lots, the phenomena of clairvoyance, recourse to mediums, magic or sorcery, Spiritism, voodoo, Free Missionary or North Star rituals, wicca rituals, or witchcraft.
We respect the rights of others to believe as they wish, and ask the same for the Church.
In the event of an emergency or dire need, the appointed Pastor or Administrating Parish Priest can permit other Christian Organizations to temporarily use a facility for worship and/or religious services.
Fees for the use of the facilities by Non-Profit Groups:
Facility Usage Rules
Liability insurance
Per Catholic Mutual and Diocese of Grand Island regulations: those who use the Our Lady of Assumption Arena or the classroom/office building are required to purchase liability insurance, and if applicable, alcohol liability insurance.
Applicable fees:
Liability insurance: $95 (3-day limit)
If applicable: Alcohol liability insurance: $75
If proof of insurance is provided, all insurance fees are waived.
Our Lady of the Assumption Arena & Scholasticum Facility Usage Rules:
- Users are to only use the agreed upon and deposited rooms.
- Prior to use, users will participate in a walk-through with the Maintenance Supervisor or delegated representative from the Parish Staff.
- All tables and chairs will be set up, cleaned, and taken down by the user; unless the set-up fees have been paid or otherwise directed by the Maintenance Supervisor or delegated representative from the Parish Staff.
- Floors will be cleaned by vacuuming, sweeping, and/or moping.
- The kitchen and restrooms are to be cleaned.
- Any used wiper-boards are to be cleaned with water and a clean cloth only.
- All garbage is to be placed in the provided dumpsters.
- All property moved for use is to be returned to its found location.
- If the outside area is used, it is to be cleaned with all trash placed in the provided dumpsters.
- All lights are to be turned off and HVAC reset prior to departure.
- All windows and doors are to be closed and locked prior to departure.
- St. Patrick’s Parish is not responsible for lost, left behind, or damaged personal property.
- St. Patrick’s Parish will be responsible for providing adequate cleaning supplies.
St. Patrick’s Catholic Church Property Alcohol, Tobacco, and Weapons Policy:
- Alcohol: St. Patrick’s Parish is typically an alcohol-free campus. Exceptions to this policy may be granted for the Assumption Arena or select rooms in the classroom/office building. Exceptions to this policy can only be granted if the alcohol use is under the supervision of the Knights of Columbus, Council 1128.
- Nebraska State and Federal law enforcement agencies always reserve the right to enter and enforce Nebraska and Federal alcohol laws.
- User abuse of alcohol or the alcohol policy will result in the cessation of alcoholic beverages, the possible cancellation of the event, possible bans from using the facilities, and if applicable under law, criminal charges.
- Tobacco: The use of tobacco products, including but not limited to cigarettes, cigars, pipes, vapes, and e-cigarettes are not permitted on St. Patrick’s Parish Campus. Possible exceptions can be made through the appointed Pastor or Administrating Parish Priest. Such an exception is never to be presumed and will come with the responsibility to clean the used outdoor area.
- Firearms and other weapons: No firearms or other weapons are permitted on St. Patrick’s Parish Campus without an active concealed and carry permit. The exception always remains for sworn law enforcement, active military personal, and those known/approved by the appointed Pastor or Administrating Parish Priest serving in an official security role.
These rules apply for all users, both those who are fee paying and those using the facilities ad gratis.
O.L. Assumption Dedication
Fr. Raymond Miles
"The motive for the erection of this building may be found in its name. To honor the Blessed Mother of God and thus bring greater honor and glory to her Divine Son. She said, ‘All generations shall call me blessed (Lk.1:48).’ May that prophecy soon be fulfilled is the prayer of those who labored to build this beautiful monument to Mary. "
“Let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near.”
-Hebrews 10:24-25