PARISH POST

our mission: TO INSPIRE PEOPLE TO LOVE, SERVE, AND KNOW GOD AND ONE ANOTHER.

April 18 - April 24, 2024

WORSHIP

Eucharistic Adoration

Deacon Mark Preischel will lead a holy hour with Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and Benediction on Monday, April 29th at 7 p.m. in the church.


This evening of adoration is the 5th segment of a 5 part series on prayer forms conducted by parishioner Debbie Shearn. All are invited to participate in this evening of adoration.

Eucharistic Adoration is a profound and sacred tradition in the Catholic Church where we gather to spend time in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament (consecrated host).  This evening of prayer is a wonderful time to to enter into intimate communion with Jesus Christ, truly present in the Eucharist and adore Him with our hearts, minds and souls.

Adoration is an excellent opportunity to cultivate our prayer life. We can converse with Christ, share our joys, sorrows, hopes and worries with Him, and simply listen to His gentle voice speaking to our hearts.  

Through Eucharistic Adoration, we open ourselves to receive abundant blessings and graces from our Lord.  He longs to pour His grace upon us, helping us to grow in holiness and draw closer to him. 

Mother's Day Mass Intentions!

If you would like to offer up in prayer an intention at the Mother's Day weekend Masses this year, envelopes are due by Sunday, May 5th.

LIFELONG FORMATION & EDUCATION

Baptism

Our next Baptisms will be held on Sunday, May 12th at 8:00am Mass, with the Parent Preparation class on May 1st from 6:30-8:00pm in church. If you are interested in having your child baptized, please contact Sr. Sarah Yungwirth at 425-3940 ext. 109 or syungwirth@stalbert.org.

Vacation Bible School 

SAVE THE DATE! Vacation Bible School will be held June 25th-June 28th from 9:00am-12:00pm. VBS is open to all children in the parish age 4 years old to children who will be entering the 5th grade.

Love Children? Want to help Children Grow in their Friendship With God? Need Service Hours?Volunteers are needed to help with Vacation Bible School!  Our Scuba VBS is going to be a lot of fun- an underwater adventure with Jesus!  We need people to help lead stations, take care of snack, be group leaders and other great things along the way!  Students entering 7th grade- Adults are needed to help make Scuba VBS as awesome as it can be! If you are interested in helping to volunteer, please contact St. Sarah at syungwirth@stalbert.org or call 502-425-3940, ext. 109.  (Registration forms for Scuba will be going out in the Spring.)

Families of Light

Keep the candle burning! Join us for fun and fellowship!

Saturday, April 27th following 5pm Mass

Please respond to Sr. Sarah Yungwirth at 425-3940 or syungwirth@stalbert.org.

SOCIAL CONCERNS

Loaves & Fishes

May 4th & 5th

Next month's collection will benefit St. Vincent de Paul. They are in particular need of personal care items — soap, deodorant, toothpaste and feminine care products. (items which cannot be purchased with SNAP assistance) Food items in greatest need are peanut butter, tuna fish, hearty soups & stews, and canned fruit. 

Little Way Mother’s Day Card Sale 

MAY 11th & 12th

In honor of Mother’s Day, we will be hosting an event to support the work of Little Way Pregnancy Center. Archbishop Shelton will offer a mass to honor mothers, both living and deceased. Enrollment and Mother’s Day cards will be available in the back of church on May 11th & 12th. The card will share the details of your gift.

Or for online donations and Mass enrollment visit www.littleway.org/mothersday

St. Vincent dePaul

Today, we celebrate “Good Shepherd Sunday” where we reflect on Jesus’ care and love of us. Your gift to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul will show that you are indeed a disciple of Jesus as it will bring your love to those who are suffering and hungry.

Environmental Concerns Committee

EARTH DAY IS APRIL 22nd

The earth is truly one of the utmost gifts from God to humanity. As Pope Francis said in Laudato Si’, “creation can only be understood as a gift from the outstretched hand of the Father of all.” So thank the good Lord each day for this most precious gift. Read about the origins of Earth Day below!

Earth Day – How It All Began

Earth Day – How It All Began

The first Earth Day was held on April 22, 1970. It was the brainchild of Wisconsin Senator Gaylord Nelson. Nelson, a former 2-term governor of Wisconsin, had become concerned about environmental issues. In 1962, Rachael Carson published Silent Spring, a book outlining the harmful effects of pesticides on the environment. This began a growing concern among Americans about the possible dangers from things in the environment, such as DDT, leaded gasoline, phosphates in detergents, industrial waste, smog, air and water pollution. In 1969, a massive oil spill off the coast of Santa Barbara and a massive fire on the Cuyahoga River in Cleveland, caused by the dumping of industrial waste straight into the river, further alarmed the public.


Nelson wanted to capitalize on the activist movement happening in America on college campuses. He proposed a “teach-in” day across college campuses to educate students about the environment. He enlisted the help of graduate student and activist Denis Hayes to not only organize the teach-ins, but to also bring the topic to a wider public. Hayes assembled a team of 85 people to promote events across the nation. Their effort quickly spread to a wide-ranging number of organizations, faith-based groups, schools, and others interested in the environment. They considered several names for the event, but chose Earth Day, which got national media attention.


Earth Day 1970 inspired 20 million Americans (10% of the country’s population) to get out and demonstrate for the planet. They protested against the impact of 150 years of unchecked industrial growth, which had left a growing legacy of harm to the environment and caused serious health issues for many Americans. It was a rare moment in U.S. history, as people from all across the country, rich and poor, urban and rural dwellers, business and labor leaders, and many others came together for the same cause. 


Why April 22nd?

Earth Day initially was an event focused on college students. April 22 fell nicely between spring break and final exams, thus allowing more college students to participate. On top of this, it was late enough in the spring to anticipate good weather for outdoor activities.


What did the first Earth Day accomplish?

By the end of 1970, the first Earth Day had led to the creation of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the passage of several important pieces of legislation, including the National Environmental Education Act, the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA), and the Clean Air Act. In 1972, the Clean Water Act was passed by Congress. Since then, many additional laws and regulations have been implemented that aim directly at protecting and preserving the environment.


In 1990, Earth Day went global giving a huge boost to recycling efforts worldwide and helped pave the way for the 1992 Earth Summit. That same year Senator Nelson was given the Presidential Medal of Freedom — the highest honor given to civilians in the United States — for his role as Earth Day founder. Today it is celebrated in over 190 countries and by over 1 billion people. And now you know! 

Remember: you do make a difference, please make it a positive one. Thanks! Environmental Ernie

PASTORAL CARE

NAMI Family Support Group

April 21st | 7pm | PLC 

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, April 21st 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.

SCHOOL

Join Our Team!

We’ve all had teachers who impacted our education in one way or another. They inspired us to learn more, be creative and do our best. We are looking for a GREAT teacher to join our team and share their enthusiasm for learning with our students! 

St. Albert the Great is seeking a seventh/eighth grade science teacher for the 2024-2025 school year.  

We are looking for a team player that is willing to collaborate with other junior high teachers.  Please send resume to Ellen Martin: emartin@stalbert.org.

COMMUNITY

Summer Picnic Silent Auction Items Needed!

The Summer Picnic is beginning to collect items for the Silent Auction and Gift Basket Raffles. Donate items as an individual, group or business! Popular themes are

For questions or to donate contact Ashley Jaha, Chair of the Silent Auction at ashleyjaha85@gmail.com or the parish office at 425-3940.

Booth Captains Needed!

Booth Captains set up the game, ask friends to help work a shift, stock booth with prizes from the prize room and clean up the game after the picnic ends. The following dates and booths still need Captains.

Contact Lauren Owens laurenhowens@gmail.com

Booth Sanding & Painting

The Summer Picnic is a way to showcase our "GREAT" parish to the community. Of course, we want to put our best foot forward! We need help sanding and painting the booths to keep them looking fresh and new. Contact Mike Biagi at  michaelbiagi@gmail.com

TITHES & OFFERINGS 

WEEK ENDING April 14:

Cash & Check: $18,381.50

Online Giving: $8,168.50

Total Rcvd as of April 15th for FY 2023-24: $1,307,287.08

Needed Budget as of  April 15th for FY 2023-24: $1,291,664.22

Total Over/Under Budget: $15,622.86

Thank you to all who have blessed St. Albert the Great with gifts of treasure! It is through your generosity that our parish is able to meet our financial obligations and continue God's work of supporting and serving our community and those in need.

HOW CAN I GIVE TO ST. ALBERT?

Please call 425-3940 with any questions about giving.  

STOCK DONATIONS

Another way you can give to the Parish this Christmas is through gifts of stocks, bonds, and mutual funds. For more information about this type of donation please contact Larry Brunner at the parish office (lbrunner@stalbert.org).

St. Albert the Great, Pray for Us.