St Albert Pictorial Directory

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A pictorial directory is a powerful tool in our church to help each of us know each other better. We want everyone to get a new picture made so that our new directory will be complete. Your participation will help the church and yourself. Every member or family photographed for the directory will receive a copy of the directory and an 8x10 portrait at no cost. Sign up for your session here! Photo dates are: Feb. 13-15; Feb. 17-19; Feb. 27 - March 1; March 7-8. You will have a professional photography session, see your proofs, and have the opportunity to purchase extra portraits for family and friends. 

Join the Parish Summer Picnic Committee! 

Looking for a fun and meaningful way to help the parish and connect with fellow parishioners? Volunteer to be on the planning committee for Summer Picnic 2025! 

It’s a wonderful opportunity to meet parishioners of all ages, collaborate on exciting plans, and contribute to an event that brings our community together.

Why join?

• Help plan and organize a memorable event for our parish and the local community.

• Be a part of a team that works hard, but also has fun!

• Share your ideas, creativity, and skills to make the picnic a success.

• Contribute your time and talent to our largest fundraiser of the year.

Meetings are relaxed, collaborative, and full of great energy – it really is a fun group to join!

Interested? Contact Christopher Boehnlein at christopher@familyrealty.com to learn more or volunteer. We can't wait to have you on board!

Purple Mass

Monday, February 3rd | 7:00PM

A Community wide “Purple Mass” for those who have lost a loved one to Substance Abuse or Overdose will be held on Monday, February 3rd at 7:00 p.m. at St. Albert the Great. Archbishop Shelton Fabre will be the Celebrant. All faiths are welcome! Join us for a night of peace and healing.

Presentation of Jesus in the Temple

The Weekend of February 1st & 2nd – Bring Candles!

Next Sunday is the Feast of the Presentation of Jesus in the Temple. The feast is also called “Candlemas” – the traditional day for blessing of candles. It is a feast of lights – a reminder that we can carry the light of Christ to every corner of the world.

All are welcome to bring candles from home to be blessed this weekend, February 1st & 2nd. This is a good opportunity to think about creating a prayer corner in your home and including a blessed candle. We will also have prayer candles available at church.

In addition to our regular weekend Masses, we will have an evening Mass on February 2nd at 5 p.m. This will be a candlelit Mass and will include a procession with candles.

St. Blase 

Monday, February 3 | After 8:30am Mass

We will have the blessing of throats after the 8:30 a.m. Mass on February 3rd. Legend has it that St. Blase saved the life of a boy who was choking on a fish bone. He is considered the patron saint of all who have disease of the throat.

Family Friendly Adoration 

Thurs., February 27th  |  6 p.m.

Families and individuals of all ages are welcome!

This holy hour will take place in the church and will include prayers, music, scripture and time for silent reflection. The presence of Christ in the Eucharist is real, true and substantial. We have an amazing opportunity to spend time with Jesus who is physically present in the Eucharist that is exposed on the altar.

Baptism 

Does your child need the Sacrament of Baptism?  Our upcoming Baptism Services are scheduled for Sunday, April 27th at noon, with Parent Preparation Class on Tuesday, April 8th at 6:30pm in church. Contact Sr. Sarah Yungwirth at 425-3940 or syungwirth@stalbert.org.

Women’s Lenten Study

Mondays, Beginning March 10th | 10:00 -11:30am

What if you could have been a witness to the events of the last days of Jesus’ life – walking with him as he entered Jerusalem, observing his crucifixion, and embracing him on Easter? 

Looking at six universal gifts of women –receptivity, sensitivity, generosity, prayer, maternity, and the Holy Spirit – through the eyes of women in the gospels, the book guides you on a prayerful and creative journey through the days of Holy Week, Easter, and Pentecost. Breaking open the scripture, reflecting upon it, applying to your own life and sharing your insights with others. 

Six Sessions 

Monday Mornings from 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Beginning March 10th. 

RSVP by Feb. 17th to Debbie Shearn at dkshea01@hotmail.com.

Environmental Concerns Update

In late October, students from our school sent thank you notes to Pope Francis for his leadership in protecting and preserving the environment. Also included, was a binder detailing the activities of Care for Our Common Home week, as well as one of the "Earth Flowers" the school children made from reused church candles. The Vatican received the package and gave it to Pope Francis who was very happy to read the letters! What exciting news!

Loaves & Fishes

LAST CALL! February 1st & 2nd

This weekend's Loaves & Fishes Collection will benefit the Schuhmann Center. Canned foods: Meats, poultry, tuna, soups, stews, chili, fruits, vegetables, beans. Dried goods: pancake mix, tea bags, rice, packaged pasta, granola, cereal, granola bars, packaged crackers. In addition to non-perishable food items they are always in need of personal care items, paper towels & toilet paper, and cleaning supplies.

Red Cross Blood Drive

Sunday, February 2nd 

8:00am - 12:30PM in the PLC

You have the power to save a life in your hands and "pay forward" your gratitude for good health! 

The Social Concerns Team and the St. Albert school children are sponsoring our quarterly Red Cross blood drive in the Parish Life Complex on Sunday, February 2nd from 8:00am until 12:30pm. Appointments are recommended but not required. 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.

St. John Center

Freezing Cold Nights! 

The St. John Center for Homeless Men is in desperate need of knit caps, gloves, hand warmers, white socks, underwear boxers (M L XL) and blankets. Used items in clean/good condition are accepted. Thank you for your continued support!

Elizabeth Ministry

The Elizabeth Ministry is an outreach ministry in which volunteers from the parish provide meals for a new mother/family in order to provide support and congratulations upon the arrival of their new baby. It is a very special ministry because it also allows parishioners to welcome and to meet newer families with young children. If you would like to volunteer to take a meal to a new mom in the parish or you know someone who is expecting and could use this ministry, Contact Audra Kenyon at abkenyon@gmail.com.

Upcoming Pastoral Care

SUBSTANCE ABUSE PASSING SUPPORT GROUP

St. Albert the Great hosts a monthly support group for those who have lost a loved one from any type of substance use. Wednesday, February 19th 6:30 to 8:00pm (SHC). Contact Laura Graven at lgraven@stalbert.org or 425-3940 ext. 169 for more information.

NAMI FAMILY SUPPORT

The group provides a safe space for family and friends of people with mental health conditions to receive knowledge, encouragement and support. Sunday, February 16th at 7:00pm (PLC). Please share with friends and family outside the parish. Contact blair.mcbride.ky@gmail.com or gllm3112@gmail.com

SPECIAL DISCIPLES OF JESUS MASS 

All Special Needs family and friends are invited on Sunday, February 16th at 3pm; the Mass will be shorter and geared towards our children. Meet other families in similar situations. Mass is offered at St. Margaret Mary. For more information contact Tara Mattingly at 502-690-2851 or tmattingly@stmm.org.

Viking Gala 2025: Gold & Glam

Presented by Fun Masters!

Go online to bid on an Auction Item or purchase Raffle Tickets!

Win a Trip for Two to Costa Rica!

The 2025 Gala Trip Raffle presented by Kaiman & Crahan is a 5-day trip for two to Costa Rica including airfare! There are less than 350 raffle tickets available at VikingGala.org! Tickets are $50 each and only 400 will be sold! Spread the word to your friends and family! The winner will be drawn at the Gala, and you do not need to be present to win! 

Live Auction Preview

We have some truly amazing items for this year’s live auction thanks to our generous community. We have the ever-popular reserved carpool spot, a new student experience for a whole grade and two VERY fabulous and rare bottles of bourbon including… a bottle of 12-Year Pappy Van Winkle (Lot B) bourbon signed by Julian P. Van Winkle III and a bottle of 2024 Old Forester Birthday Bourbon. Online Silent Auction

Gasper River Camp

Looking for a fun and adventurous camp for your child this summer?

Gasper River is a summer camp and retreat center located in Bowling Green, KY that seeks to engage young people in their faith by providing challenging activities, building faith, communities, and teaching the tools of evangelization, so they can share their faith when they return home. All camps combine adventure activities, small group discussions, prayer experiences, and sacraments for a fun and faith-centered experience.

We will have a representative here from Gasper River at all Masses the weekend of Feb 8th/9th to tell us more about this amazing opportunity for the youth in our parish and school.  Come on out and learn more about Gasper!