Solemnity of the Assumption

Monday, August 15th, is the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Since this feast day falls on a Monday, it is not a Holy Day of Obligation. Daily Mass for the Solemnity will be at 8:30 a.m.

The dogma of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary was proclaimed in 1950, but this observance has been celebrated on this day from the middle of the fifth century. In 1950, after the horrors of the Second World War, after the death camps, after the first use of nuclear weapons, Christians needed to remind themselves of the holiness of creation and the hope of resurrection. On this solemnity we declare our belief that Mary has gone before us, body and soul, into heaven.

Hail, Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou amongst women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen. 

Adult Choir

“The choir enhances the beauty of the liturgy by contributing a musical dimension to the celebration that the congregation alone cannot achieve” (Sing to the Lord: Music in Catholic Worship, USCCB).

The new choir season is about to begin! Rehearsals are held every Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. in the church beginning September 7th. The choir sings at the Sunday 10:30 a.m. Mass beginning September 11th. New members are always welcome. 

For more information, contact Laura Sullivan, Director of Music & Worship at 425-3940 ext. 148 or lsullivan@stalbert.org.

• the joy of connecting with and giving back to the community of St. Albert

• the joy of music – words cannot sufficiently describe the power of beautiful harmony

• the joy of friendship and camaraderie across generations and lifestyles

• the joy of working hard with a group to achieve a common goal

• the joy of cultural enrichment – world renowned composers and arrangers

• text and music passed down to us through the ages

• the joy of carrying on the enduring rituals of our Catholic Mass

• the joy of personal growth

2022 Peter’s Pence Collection

The weekend of August 20th-21st, the Archdiocese takes up the Peter’s Pence Collection, which supports the Universal Church and the work of the Holy See, including helping Pope Francis with the funds he needs to carry out his charitable works around the world. 

Take this opportunity to join with Pope Francis and serve as a witness of charity to our suffering brothers and sisters.

Special Disciples of Jesus Mass 

All are welcome!  We invite all Special Needs family and friends to St. Margaret Mary on Sunday, August 21 at 3PM.  We know Mass can be a struggle for many families, so we hope to have a unique celebration together where all feel welcome. The Mass will be shorter and geared towards our children. Light reception to follow. 

For questions, more information or if you would like to help in this ministry, please contact Tara Mattingly at 502-690-2851 or tmattingly@stmm.org. 

Future dates: September 18, October 16, November 20, December 18

Journeying Together: Synod on Synodality report

Recently, parishes, schools, diocesan agencies, and religious orders facilitated listening sessions to hear reflections from Catholics about their faith experiences. More than 600 pages of feedback is reflected in a 10-page synthesis report. Archbishop Fabre invites all of us to read and reflect on this synthesis and look for ways to engage with your local faith community.  You can find the report at www.archlou.org/synod-2022.

Adult Christian Enrichment Classes

Join us as we examine the ancient biblical cultures, peoples, places, and writings and explore the meaning and impact on our life of faith today.

We invite you to join us on Zoom; Thursdays 7:00-8:30 pm OR Fridays 10:00-11:30 am. Call Lynnette (502-802-5966) to register (no fee) and receive the link to the class.

AUGUST

18-19  Jesus’s Statements Beyond the Gospels

25-26  Conversations with the Living Jesus

Baptism

Does your child need the Sacrament of Baptism?  Our next Baptism Service is scheduled on August 28 at Noon, with Parent Preparation Class on Monday, August 22 at 6:30 pm in Church. Contact Cindy McKinley, Director of Children’s Ministry, cmckinley@stalbert.org

PREP

Our Parish Religious Education Program meets on Sunday mornings from August - late April for children in Grades K-8 with religious and sacramental formation.  If your child(ren) are not registered in our parish school, we would LOVE to see them on Sundays!  Forms may be found on the church info racks and on the website.  Our OPENING ASSEMBLY is August 21 at 9:00 am - 10:15 am in the Parish Life Complex. Please Contact Cindy McKinley, Director of Children’s Ministry cmckinley@stalbert.org.

We have 10 more open spots for the Hand-in-Hand Appalachia Mission Trip on September 25-27th! This trip is open to youth grades 8-12. The cost is ONLY $50 thanks to some YM grants! ! 

Grace Marriage 

September 17th, November 5th, February 4th, April 22nd

No marriage is perfect, but all marriages can grow. Grace Marriage is for all married couples. You and your spouse will have one-on-one time to talk about the lessons and apply it to your own relationship. There is no forced sharing, so you will never have to share anything that you don’t want to share. The cost is $200/couple for the entire year. Which breaks down to $50/session. Breakfast and coffee/drinks will be provided, as well as snacks during the day.  

Contact Erin Morris at erin.ebelhar@gmail.com for more information. To register online go to Grace Marriage Registration and store.stalbert.org

Thank You for your Generosity

Thank you from Social Concerns! Your generosity is unbelievable! The Loaves and Fishes Collection donated a value of $2,000 worth of food and cleaning supplies to Sister Visitor Pantry!  It amazes us how you continue to outdo your last terrific show of love and concern for those in our greater community. Again, thanks for being GREAT! And thanks to our dedicated volunteers who loaded and delivered cars full of items.

Thank you from Catholic Charities for donating back-to-school supplies to children in need! So far, we’ve given backpacks filled with supplies to 460 children served by our west Louisville outreach, Sister Visitor Center; our refugee resettlement program; and our Hispanic Services program. 

Red Cross Blood Drive

Sunday, August 14th

8:00am -12:30pm

Parish Life Complex

 You have the power to save a life in your hands! Appointments are recommended but not required. Social distancing will be encouraged and masks are optional. 

For appointments, please call Mary Jo Bird at (502) 552-2093 or email kybirdsnest@aol.com.  Appointments can also be made directly with the Red Cross at 1-800-RED-CROSS or online at www.Redcrossblood.org. 

Donors who register are also encouraged to fill out the “Rapid Pass” online within 24 hours of their donation to expedite the donation process. 

Waterstep Shoe Collection

August 27th-September 11th

Your Social Concerns committee in conjunction with our Grade School and PREP Program are sponsoring a Gently Used Shoe Drive for Waterstep from August 27th-September 11th. Waterstep uses the profits from selling these shoes to provide Water treatment facilities where desperately needed throughout the world. The shoes are resold to small companies who resell in poorer countries. Please deposit them in the boxes in the gathering space or give them to a child in our school or PREP class.

Razom for Ukraine 

The weekend of August 20th-21st the Knights of Columbus will be accepting donations for US/Ukraine Flag Lapel Pins. All proceeds will support Ukraine Relief through “Razom for Ukraine” in partnership with Water With Blessings (local Louisville Charitable Organization). Any denomination is appreciated in this effort. The donations will be going to buy mini-filters, provided by Water With Blessings, to go in medical packs that are provided to the refugees inside Ukraine. They are in dire need of safe water; these filters will provide that for them. 

Hope & Healing Group

Substance Abuse PassingSt. Albert the Great hosts a monthly support group for those who have lost a loved one from any type of substance use. Please come and connect with others journeying through the same type of loss. The group meets the 3rd Wednesday of each month from 6:30 to 8:00pm. The next meeting will be August 17th in the Sacred Heart Center. Contact Laura Graven at lgraven@stalbert.org or 425-3940 ext. 169 for more information.

NAMI Support Group

The group provides a safe space for family and friends of people with mental health conditions to discuss their loved ones mental health while receiving knowledge, encouragement and support. The next meeting is Sunday, August 14th (PLC). Please share with friends and family outside the parish. Contact blair.mcbride.ky@gmail.com 

St. Albert Yard Sale

Help the 8th grade students earn money to fund their 8th grade trip to Washington, DC and New York! Shop a grade-wide yard sale on Saturday, August 13th from 8:00am to 12:00pm. The kids will have tables set-up in the side parking lot of St. Albert. Lots of household items, clothes, toys, etc! If have questions or would like to donate items contact Jenifer Jester at jenher466@yahoo.com.

St. Albert School Admission Policy

If you are interested in applying for admission into St. Albert the Great Parish School, please review the dates below to determine when you need to apply for the 2023/2024 school year. Please keep in mind that we will not accept early applications.

Current School Family Registration for New Siblings

If you are a current school family and would like to add a new student to St. Albert for the 2023/2024 school year, you will need to apply between August 15-31, 2022. Late applications will be considered in the general pool below. 

St. Albert the Great Parishioner Registration Priority

If you are a current and active parishioner at St. Albert the Great, you may apply for 2023/2024 priority enrollment between September 1-30, 2022. Length of membership and involvement will be taken into consideration.

Early Registration Open to the Public

Any Catholic or non-Catholic family that applies between October 1 - November 30, 2022 will be evaluated based on the date in which we receive the completed application.

Rolling Registration

We will accept applications after December 1, 2022 on an on-going basis until we reach our class capacity. Once grades are full, we will start wait lists. Applications will be considered based on the date in which we receive the completed application.

St. Albert School is Hiring

Play Cafe’

Looking for the perfect part-time job? St. Albert’s JK-5 After-School program, the Play Cafe’, is looking for individuals 18 years or older to work in our program from 2:30-6:00pm Monday through Friday beginning Monday, August 15. If interested, please contact Ellen Burton, Director, at eburton@stalbert.org. 

Teacher Assistant

St. Albert School is looking for a fourth grade assistant for the 2022-2023 school year. This position requires working with small groups and individual students as well as assisting at lunch, at recess, and with the fourth grade teachers. If you are interested, please email Ellen Martin: emartin@stalbert.org.

St. Al's ACES

Oxmoor Garden Tour Date Correction

The Oxmoor Garden Tour is scheduled for Thursday, August 18th (NOT Monday, August 15th) at 10:00am.

St. Al’s Aces BUS Trip

Wednesday September 7, 2022.

We are planning a day long bus trip to the Hofbrauhaus in Newport, KY where we will have lunch. After lunch, we will go to Jungle Jim’s International Market, “Theme Park of Food!” in Fairfield, Ohio. We will return to St. Albert late afternoon. If interested, contact Pat O’Bryant at 502-609-6305 or patobryant@bellsouth.net.

Viking Fest

August 20th 6-10pm

Come out for food fun & friends! 

Cornhole Tournament,

Music, DJ, Face Painting, Games,

Food, Beer & Seltzers

St. Albert Gap Club Annual Golf Scramble

Friday, August 26th

Eagle Creek Golf Course 

Shotgun start time will be 1:30p.m. 

$90 per player ($360 for a foursome)

Covers the golf, beverages and dinner after the round. 

There will also be challenge holes on the course and raffle opportunities. A cash prize will be awarded to the winning team. Register online at https://store.stalbert.org Funds raised at this tournament go directly to support the Steven Vanover Foundation. 

Sponsorship Opportunities

$100 Hole sponsorships are available to support the tournament and the Steven Vanover Foundation.  With a file containing your company’s logo, we will take care of creating your hole sponsorship sign.  If interested, please contact Marty Fry (mfry975@gmail.com) or Mike Vanover (mike.vanover95@gmail.com).

GAP Club News

Come watch the Friday Night Adult Kickball League! We have GREAT grilled sandwiches: chicken, cheeseburger, hot dog & fries. Plus cold adult beverages. Games start at 6pm on Friday nights. The league is running now through August 19th. Cheer on your friends while the kiddos play on the new St. Albert Island playground!