2025 Catholic Services Appeal: Giving Hope to All

The annual Catholic Services Appeal invites area Catholics to join together in supporting the more than 100 ministries, services, and programs offered by the Archdiocese. For information on the work of the Archdiocese of Louisville, visit www.ArchLou.org/CSA. 

• Offered 121 catechist certification classes, workshops and retreats for 831 teachers, principals, catechists and others in ministry.

• Funding from the Catholic Services Appeal provides formation for the priesthood for 22 seminarians. 

• Funding from the Catholic Services Appeal provided over 25,000 instances of Food Pantry interactions through the Sister Visitor Center.

Travel to the Holy Land & Jordan with Fr. Chris!

January 7-17, 2026

Jerusalem | Bethlehem | Nazareth | Galilee | Amman 

Join Fr. Chris on a 10-day pilgrimage to the Holy Land & Jordan! Journey through the sacred sites of Scripture—from the Sea of Galilee to Jerusalem, Bethlehem, Nazareth, and more—where the Bible comes to life and faith is deepened with every step. This faith-filled trip includes daily breakfast and dinner, accommodations in 4 & 5-star hotels, guided tours, and time for prayer and fellowship. Don’t miss this unforgettable opportunity! Cost is $5,499.00. Brochures located in the parish office.

Blessing of the Animals

October 5th  |  4:00pm

We will have our annual Blessing of the Animals on Sunday, October 5th at 4:00 p.m. in front of the church. Bring your pets of all shapes and sizes for this blessing which takes place annually close to the Feast day of St. Francis of Assisi, patron saint of animals and ecology.

Happy Anniversary!

October 22nd marks the 25 th anniversary of the dedication of our current church building. The parish itself is 66 years old and going strong. The year listed on the cornerstone of the previous church building, which now serves as office space for both the church and school, is 1960 which makes that building 65 years old. (the parish started out having Mass at Walden School)

Remember the Y2K scare? We thought that there would be major havoc because our computer systems would not register the year 2000 and beyond. People were stockpiling canned goods and were in survivalist mode. In the middle of this hype, our current church space was being built sending a message to the wider community that our parish was alive and growing. The St. Albert Parish Community was committed and dedicated to building a place whose beauty gives honor and glory to God. So many people committed prayer time, service, and sacrificial gifts to ensure that generations to come would have a beautiful space for the holy sacrifice of the Mass.

A church is more than just a visible building; it is a temple of God, built of living stones that stands as a special sign of the pilgrim Church on earth and reflects the glory of the Church dwelling in heaven. How lucky we are to have such a beautiful space in which to worship!

We will celebrate this milestone during all weekend Masses the weekend of October 18/19. We will also honor the anniversary during the 8:30 a.m. Mass on October 22nd. St. Albert the Great, pray for us!

Pray for Peace during October the Month of the Rosary

Pope Leo XIV has issued a heartfelt appeal to Catholics worldwide to dedicate the month of October — traditionally devoted to the Rosary — to daily prayer for peace. His call comes amid intensifying conflicts in the Middle East and Eastern Europe.

The Pope made his request at the conclusion of his weekly general audience on September 24th. He emphasized the urgency of invoking Mary’s intercession in these troubling times: “I invite everyone to pray the Rosary every day during the coming month — for peace — personally, with your families, and in your communities,” the Pope said.

October is devoted to the Rosary in part because the Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary — also known as Our lady of Victories — falls on October 7th. This feast was established by Pope St. Pius V in 1571, following a widespread call to pray the Rosary that preceded what he considered a miraculous victory at the Battle of Lepanto.

Young Adult Mass

Wednesday, October 8th, 6-9pm | Cathedral of the Assumption

Young Catholic Professionals of Louisville, in partnership with the Office of Youth and Young Adults, invites all young adults (20s & 30s) to join us for a Young Adult Mass and Community Networking Fair on Wednesday, October 8, from 6:00–9:00 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Assumption (433 S. Fifth Street).

Archbishop Shelton Fabre will preside at the 6:00 p.m. Mass. A networking fair will follow in the cathedral undercroft with food and drinks provided.

Catholic Fundamentals Class

“Whether new to the Church or Catholic all your life, there’s always more to learn!”

Join us for Catholic Fundamentals, an overview of our faith. This formation class begins Monday, October 13th. Perfect for newcomers and lifelong Catholics alike—especially if you’ve ever wondered, “Why do we do that?” No registration required—just come and grow in your knowledge of the faith! We will meet very other week at 10:30am or 6:30pm in the PLC. To learn more, contact Flynn Mudd at fmudd@stalbert.org or call the parish office at 425-3940.

• Oct 13th: Meaning of Life (meeting in St Joseph room at 10:30am)

• Oct 27th: Creation and Fall

• Nov 10th: Salvation History

• Nov 24th: Incarnation

• Dec 15th: Life of Christ

Baptism 

Does your child need the Sacrament of Baptism?  Our next Baptism service is scheduled for Sunday, October 19th at 12pm, with parent preparation class on Tuesday October 14th at 6:30pm. Contact Rebecca Nash rnash@stalbert.org for more information. 

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion Needed

More Communion Ministers are needed at St. Albert the Great!

The Archdiocese Office of Worship is offering training sessions all of which are listed on their website. Only one session is required. Those taking communion to the homebound are also being asked to attend a training session. We are fortunate to host a training session at St. Albert the Great on Thursday, October 30th from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Another session in the area is Tuesday, October 21st at St. Leonard from 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. If interested, please register with the Archdiocesan Office of Worship by calling 636-0296 ext 1260 or online at www.archlou.org/worship.

You're Invited: Grief Support Group

A 10-week grief support group will meet Mondays from October 20 through December 2025, from 12:30–2:00 p.m. at St. Albert the Great. Led by Lisa Ratterman and based on Alan Wolfelt’s book Understanding Your Grief, the group will provide guidance and support for those who have lost a loved one, helping participants honor their grief and discover new hope. Free and open to all. Register at https://stalbertky.flocknote.com/signup/223502. Contact Kristina Hellmann at khellmann@stalbert.org for questions.

Loaves & Fishes

October 4th & 5th

Our next collection will benefit St. Ignatius Helping Hand Food Pantry. Leave your items in the back of church by noon on Sunday October 5th.

• Canned tuna, chicken, or salmon

• Canned beans

• Cereal and oatmeal

• Canned vegetables

• Canned fruit (in juice)

• Canned soups, stews, or chili

• Baby food and formula

• Soap, shampoo, toothpaste

Food pantries request these items because they balance nutrition, storage, and accessibility—ensuring families in need can create healthy, filling meals with dignity. 

Baby Bottle Boomerang Fundraiser 

October 11th-26th 

In honor of Respect Life Month, we will be hosting the annual Baby Bottle Boomerang to support the life-saving work of Little Way Pregnancy Center.  

Empty baby bottles will be located in the back of the church. Please return your bottles filled with donations on October 25/26th weekend. All proceeds will benefit the life-saving work of Little Way.

For over 40 years, Little Way has served the women and families in this community - offering free medical services, love, and support for those facing unexpected pregnancies, parenting classes, baby closet items, and support groups for single mothers and fathers, as well as help for those in need of healing from a past abortion.

Collection for Catholic Charities Immigration & Refugee Services

October 18th | 9am-3pm

Save the date! We are collecting cleaning and personal hygiene supplies to support Catholic Charities in welcoming and assisting immigrant and refugee families. Your generosity helps provide comfort and dignity to families beginning a new life in our community. List of items coming soon!

GAP Club Adult Co-Ed Volleyball League

The St. Albert GAP Club is putting together our Adult Co-Ed Volleyball League for the 2025-26 Fall Winter Season. The league is played on Friday nights in St. Albert gym and will start on November 7th. We are in need of two more teams to complete or 12 team league. This is a fun but competitive league. If you have questions or are interested in getting a team together, please call John Weaver 502-741-7571 or email jmwjr54@gmail.com.

Save the Date for Trivia Night!

Come play, cheer, and find out once and for all: are you smarter than a priest? Walk away with bragging rigths and the title of Smartest in the Parish (at least for one night)!