Reflection on the National Eucharistic Congress

We had several staff members attend the National Eucharistic Congress. They will be sharing some of their thoughts and experiences about this awe inspiring event with us over the next few weeks. 

I’ve always loved the Liturgical season of Easter. So much hope and joy abound in rejoicing in the great gift of Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection. I love hearing the readings from the Acts of the Apostles. I marvel at the testimonies of the disciples and how the early church gained new members exponentially because of early believers’ testimonies. I feel that I had a taste of this excitement and joy when I attended the National Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis.... Read the entire reflection from Laura Sullivan, our Director of Music & Worship, below.

"Updates with Fr. Chris" on Facebook Live!

Join us for "Updates with Fr. Chris" on Facebook Live on Friday mornings. Stay up to date on worship, formation, service, and parish life! Each update begins and ends with a prayer and includes a teaching moment about the Catholic faith. Find us on our Facebook page @stalbertchurchky

Parish Directory Advertising

The church is working to complete the yearly Family Directory & Guide that will be mailed to the parishioners.  It will provide information about the parish along with the ministries offered.  In addition, it will be given to all new parishioners who join the church throughout the year, as well to families new to the area who are looking for a place of spiritual growth and worship.

Guide Book Publishing will develop, publish and mail at NO COST to the church or members.  Local businesses are being solicited to advertise in the book to cover the costs.  Vicky Boudreaux and Connie Ramsey, will be the account manager's that will be contacting businesses to see if they want to participate.  If you own a business and would like to take part, you can reach Vicky at (225) 264-0569, or Connie at (573) 631-5220.  

Cleaning Help for the Rectory

The parish is looking to hire someone to clean the Rectory once a week. If you or someone you know would be interested in the job please contact Fr. Chris or the parish office. 

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 4th. The choir sings at the Sunday 10:30 a.m. Mass beginning September 8th. New members are always welcome. For more information, contact Laura Sullivan, Director of Music and Worship at 425-3940 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

• 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

Peter’s Pence Collection

On the weekend of August 17-18, 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. The proceeds benefit our brothers and sisters on the margins of society, including victims of war, oppression, and natural disasters. Take this opportunity to join with Pope Francis and serve as a witness of charity to our suffering brothers and sisters. For more information, visit https://www.obolodisanpietro.va/en/cos-e-l-obolo.html.

The Chosen TV Series, Season Four

Dates:  Wednesday, September 4, for 8 weeks, ending Wednesday, October 23.

Times:  Morning, 10:30 to noon;  Evenings, 7:00 to 8:30

Location.  St. Joseph's Room, inside the church

Everyone is invited; however, it is recommended that you watch Seasons 1, 2 and 3 beforehand.  No fee is required, no materials are needed. 

Any questions or concerns, you may contact Diane Thompson at dt101thompson@gmail.com and/or 770-722-0443 (please leave a message).

First Communion Parent Meeting

On Wednesday, August 28th at 6:30pm in the PLC, there will be an information meeting for all parents of students who will be receiving the sacrament of First Holy Communion in November 2024. Please contact Sr. Sarah at syungwirth@stalbert.org if you have questions.

Loaves & Fishes

THANK YOU

Many, many thanks to the parishioners and friends of St. Albert the Great Parish for the HUGE amount of food items, personal care items, towels, laundry detergent, backpacks, tote bags, and other items most recently donated to the Schuhmann Center. Your generosity is always greatly appreciated. May you and your many good works continue to be blessed.

Again, many thanks!
Jim Nix Director, Schuhmann Center

Our next Loaves & Fishes Collection benefiting the Saint Vincent de Paul will be the weekend of September 7th & 8th. They are in need of the following: Proteins such as canned tuna, canned chicken, SPAM & peanut butter. The are also in need of cleaning supplies such as laundry detergent, dish soap, all purpose cleaners and bleach.

Waterstep Shoe Collection

AUGUST 10TH - 25TH

Our Social Concerns committee in conjunction with our Grade School and PREP Program are sponsoring a Gently Used Shoe Drive for Waterstep from August 10th-August 25th. 

Waterstep uses the profits from selling these shoes to provide water treatment facilities where desperately needed throughout the world. Please deposit them in the boxes in the gathering space or give them to a child in our school or PREP class.

St. John's Center for Homeless Men 

St. John's Center for Homeless Men is in need of the following items. You can leave sundries in the basket in the back corner of church by the 10th Station of the Cross.

• Backpacks 

• Toothbrushes  

• Wash Cloths 

• Rain Ponchos

St. Vincent de Paul

In today’s Gospel, Jesus tells us that “Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood remains in me and I in him.” As we know, our loving God cannot be seen by our eyes, but only experienced through loving people.

With love for your neighbors who have nothing, look around your house to see what furniture, household items, and clothing you no longer use… and give it to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. 

Markey's Group

AUGUST 20th  |  5:00pm

The next gathering for Markey’s Group will take place on Tuesday, August 20th at 5:00pm. We will dine at The Blackstone Grille located at 9521 US Highway 42 in Prospect. Markey’s Group invites anyone who has experienced the death of a spouse to join them for their monthly evening out. We select a different regional restaurant each month for fine dining, conversation, and fun. The group is very welcoming. 

If you plan to attend the dinner on August 20th or for more information, contact Mike Ahrens at (502) 836-7847 by Noon on Monday August 19th .

Hope & Healing Group: Substance Abuse Passing

AUGUST 21st  |  6:30pm 

St. Albert the Great hosts a monthly support group for those who have lost a loved one from any type of substance use. Third Wednesday of the month from 6:30 to 8:00pm (SHC). The next meeting will be August 21st. Contact Laura Graven at lgraven@stalbert.org or 425-3940 ext. 169 for more information.

NAMI Family Support Group

AUGUST 18th  |  7pm 

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 group meets on the third Sunday of the month in the Parish Life Complex. The next meeting is Sunday, August 18th at 7:00pm. Please share with friends and family outside the parish. Contact Blair or Gretchen McBride at blair.mcbride.ky@gmail.com or gllm3112@gmail.com. 

National Alliance on Mental Illness Louisville: Strengthening Families & Individuals Affected by Mental Illness.

Help and Hope for Struggling Marriages

Do you have little or no communication in your marriage? Are you actively thinking about separation or divorce or are you already separated or divorced but want to try again?

Retrouvaille, a proven effective, peer ministry for hurting marriages consists of a weekend experience and six additional four-hour-long Post Weekend sessions. The next Louisville Retrouvaille program is set to begin the weekend of September 13-15, 2024.

For more information or to register for the upcoming weekend, email 3012@helpourmarriage.org, call (502) 479-3329 or check out Retrouvaille's website www.HelpOurMarriage.org. Registrations are accepted on a space-available basis and confidentiality is assured.

Elizabeth Ministry

The Elizabeth Ministry is an outreach ministry in which volunteers in the parish provide meals for a new mother/family to provide support and congratulations upon the arrival of their new baby. If you are interested in more information please contact Audra Kenyon at (502) 599-8909 or abkenyon@gmail.com

Prayer Blankets

Do you know someone in need of physical and spiritual comfort? 

We have blessed prayer blankets available at the parish office to give to someone you know who might benefit from being wrapped in warmth and prayers. The blankets are handmade by parishioners. Contact or stop by the parish office to request a blanket. Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm or call 425-3940.

Viking Fest

SATURDAY, AUGUST 17, 2024

6:00pm – 10:00pm

Come join us for Viking Fest 2024! Let's PACK THE PEWS at 5:00 for Mass and then head outside for some good fellowship and fun to start the school year! Food, Drinks, Entertainment, Bouncies, Pull Tab, Face Painting and so much more... 

Safe Envrinmoment Training

The Archdiocese of Louisville is committed to ensuring that children and youth who worship, study or participate in church-sponsored activities can do so in the safest and most secure setting possible. In an effort to fulfill this commitment, all employees or volunteers who have contact with children or youth (18 and under) for ANY length of time are required to participate in one of the 2-hour Safe Environment Training Workshops. No registration is necessary. Sign-in sheets will be available at the workshops.

8/19/24, 6:30 p.m., St. Bernard, Gymnasium

8/20/24, 6:30 p.m., St. James (E-Town), Batcheldor Hall

8/26/24, 6:30 p.m., St. Patrick, Schindler Hall

The Archdiocese is now requiring a refresher course for anyone that has a certificate of completion over five years. To take the online refresher course go to https://louisville.cmgconnect.org and create a new account. You can access a completion certificate after you finish the training.

GAP Club Golf Scramble

Proceeds benefit the Steven Vanover Foundation!

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13th, 1:30pm

EAGLE CREEK GOLF COURSE

The foundation supports initiatives that meet patients' needs and fund the science that leads to cures for sarcoma and other rare cancers. The foundation also provides academic scholarships including The Steven Vanover Award & Scholarship at St. Albert the Great Catholic School, where Steven graduated in 2004. The annual award and scholarship is presented to an eighth-grade student, and can be used toward high school expenses.