This year’s Summer Picnic was a wonderful success, raising more funds than last year! We are deeply grateful to all who volunteered, donated, and supported this cherished parish tradition. Please take a moment to read the full letter and financial report, available below or in this week’s bulletin, to see the many ways your generosity made a difference.
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.
Looking for a fun, fast-paced job during the school day? Our school cafeteria is hiring a Food Service Helper to join the team!
Hours: 9:15 AM – 1:15 PM, Monday through Friday (school days only).
Requirements:
Must complete Safe Environment Training
Must pass a background check
Willingness to work hard, have fun, and be a team player!
If you’re ready to make a difference (and maybe learn a few new tricks in the kitchen), we’d love to have you on our team! If interested please contact mpeterman@stalbert.org
Accepting Applications September 15th-October 31st
If you are interested in applying for St. Albert the Great Parish School, now is the time! Applications and fees will be submitted electronically through FACTS Management. Visit our website https://www.school.stalbert.org/admissions to learn more and access the application link.
IMPORTANT: Applications are not time-stamped. Review and ranking order begins after November 1 using our "Order of Priority List".
NOTE: St. Albert the Great Parishioner Status, for the sake of admission & tuition, is defined as those families currently REGISTERED, INVOLVED, AND CONTRIBUTING to St. Albert the Great Parish. PLUS, we must have your recent annual stewardship card on file in the Parish Office to be considered a current and active parishioner. You will be considered inactive if we do not have your most recent annual stewardship card on file. Please make sure this is completed before applying for admission. Parishioner status will be verified.
The length of the parent’s adult membership and parent’s involvement will be considered. Please include this information on the last page of your application.
There will be NO 8:30am or Noon daily Masses, rosary and morning Confession during the Novena, September 22-October 1. (Fr. Lubecke will be in Italy and Fr. Schultz will doing the 5pm Masses)
The Saturday Vigil Mass on Sept. 27th will move to 5:00pm.
The Sept 28 Sunday morning Mass schedule remains the same at 8:00am & 10:30am.
On Sept 28 the Novena Mass will be a Romanian Rite Byzantine Divine Liturgy
September 22nd - October 1st
Join us for a special 9–day Healing Novena to St. Thérèse of Lisieux, the “Little Flower.” Each day we will gather for Mass and prayer, seeking her intercession for healing of body, mind, heart, and soul. We invite you to bring flowers in honor of St. Thérèse and to write down your prayer intentions, which will be placed before the altar throughout the novena. Come and experience the gentle love of God through the prayers of St. Thérèse, who promised to spend her heaven doing good on earth.
September 20th & 21st
This weekend, our parish will take up the annual collection for Catholic higher education. Catholic colleges and universities strive to form students in the spirit of faith and educate them in the richness of the Catholic intellectual tradition. This collection supports the Catholic University of America as well the two Catholic universities in our Archdiocese – Bellarmine University and Spalding University.
“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 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
Oct 27th: Creation and Fall
Nov 10th: Salvation History
Nov 24th: Incarnation
Dec 15th: Life of Christ
We are back and in a new location! Nursery care for 1–4 years is available during the Sunday 10:30am Mass, located in classroom 1A in the primary school wing. Our staff is ready to care for your little ones while you enjoy Mass!
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.
This Weekend of September 20th & 21st
Let our parishioners know you care by bringing a flower to one of our ill, homebound or bereaved. Just choose a flower with name and card attached provided by your Pastoral Care Team and deliver. It’s that easy! Thanks for spreading the love!
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.
Check out the Social Concerns website for all the current information and happenings!
https://sites.google.com/stalbert.org/st-albert-social-concerns/home
October 4th-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. Pease 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.
We collected 1,465.65lbs of grocery items this month!
Our next collection will be held on October 4th & 5th and will benefit St. Ignatius Food Pantry!
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.
Fall is almost here! Add some color to your home with Kentucky-grown mums and support our 8th-grade fundraising!
The 8th Grade Class of 2025 is selling mums to raise funds to help offset the cost of their spring trip to Washington, DC, Gettysburg, and New York City. Order directly from a student or purchase on the St. Albert campus on the following dates:
Carpool Sales: After school on Sept. 18 & 19. Just look for the eighth graders with signs!
Mass Sales: After Masses on Sept. 20 & 21. Look for us outside the entrance of church!
You may also order your mums by contacting Candace Soward (sowardc@millcraft.com or 502-649-2375). Orders end on September 23rd. Single-colored mums are $20. Double-colored mums are $30.
Sunday, September 21, 12:30–5pm
Swing by this weekend and treat yourself to a delicious drink from Travelin' Tom's Coffee Truck!
Parked near the playground from 12:30 to 5 PM on Sunday! Whether you're craving a cold brew, a cozy latte, or just a little pick-me-up, we've got your weekend sip covered.
Bonus perk: A portion of sales goes right back to support the St. Albert Athletic Ministry — so your coffee (or Tommy Palmer) does good while tasting great!
Saturday, October 18th | 9am-5pm | Visitation Hall
Join us on Saturday, October 18th for crafting and fun and maybe a little bit of scrapbooking! $40 fee covers lunch, a goodie bag, and table space. This event is in support of Kentucky Right to Life Pregnant & Parenting scholarships. Contact Cathy Hardin 502-807-8131 or Val Boeh 502-417-8869 for more information or to sign up.
WEEK ENDING September 14:
Cash & Check: $31,523.00
Online Giving: $9,421.90
Total Rcvd as of September 15th for FY 2025-26: $374,947.41
Needed Budget as of September 15th for FY 2025-26: $358,683.60
Total Over/Under Budget: $16,263.81
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.
Use Online Giving (scan the featured QR code, visit www.stalbert.org, or download the Give+App--available free in Apple and Android app stores).
Text 877-254-4667 your gift amount and follow the prompts. Click here for more information about Text-to-Give.
Mail gifts of treasure to the Parish Office. Our mailing address is 1395 Girard Drive, Louisville, KY 40222.
Drop off donations to the Parish Office or leave securely in the black security mailbox located on the brick wall to the immediate left of the Parish Office entrance doors.
Planned Giving: Visit https://stalbert.org/giving for more information.
Please call 425-3940 with any questions about giving.
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.