Save the Date! Summer picnic 2026

June 19th & 20th

As you make your summer plans, be sure to mark your calendar for our Parish Summer Festival on June 19th & 20th! This beloved tradition is our parish’s largest fundraiser and a joyful celebration with food, games, music, and activities for all ages.

The Summer Picnic Committee is always looking for new volunteers—it’s a rewarding way to serve, share your talents, and meet fellow parishioners of all ages. More details coming soon, but for now, save the date and plan to join the fun!

Thank You for a Wonderful Advent & Christmas! 

A big thank you to everyone who helped make the Advent and Christmas season so meaningful and beautiful for our parish! We are truly grateful for all the time, care, and love that went into every detail.

Thank you to the volunteers who cleaned and decorated the church, our musicians and the adult, children’s and handbell choirs who filled our liturgies with joyful song, and to our lectors, ushers, and Eucharistic Ministers who served so faithfully. We’re also deeply thankful to our priests, who generously gave of their time to celebrate Mass and hear confessions, often giving up time with their own families to serve our parish family. 

Because of you, our parish was able to celebrate Advent and Christmas in a truly special way. Thank you for all you do!

Mass for Youth & Young Adult Servers

January 20 | 6:30pm |Ascension

The Office of Worship and Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry invite youth altar servers and their families to a special Mass with Archbishop Shelton on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 6:30p.m. at Ascension Church (4600 Lynnbrook Dr., Louisville 40220) to acknowledge and thank servers for their important ministry in their parishes. A light reception will follow. Information will also be provided about the ministry of pontifical server (high school and college-aged youth who assist the archbishop at major archdiocesan liturgies). Registration is requested but not required: www.tinyurl.com/archlouservers  

Why are the Christmas decorations still up? 

We will be keeping some of the Christmas decorations in the church through Monday, February 2nd, when we celebrate the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord. On this day, the Blessed Virgin Mary and Saint Joseph present their firstborn Son in the Temple in accordance with the law, fulfilling God’s promise and offering Jesus to the Father.

Celebrated forty days after the Christmas season, this feast—also known as Candlemas—marks the traditional close of the Christmas & Epiphany season in the Church. While many homes and businesses have already put away holiday decorations, the Church continues to honor the sacred symbols of Christ’s birth until this meaningful day.

Incense-Free Mass

Please note that the Sunday 8:00a.m. Mass is celebrated without incense. This Mass is offered as an option for parishioners who are sensitive to incense, allowing all to worship comfortably together.

St. Albert Book Club

Thursday, January 29th | 10:00am | SHC

Our book for January is Rome Sweet Home by Scott and Kimberly Hahn, a book about their conversion to Catholicism. We will meet on the last Thursday of January, the 29th, at 10:00am in the Sacred Heart Center.

Marriage Preparation Programs 

For couples preparing to celebrate the Sacrament of Matrimony in the Archdiocese of Louisville, the Church requires participation in an approved marriage preparation program as part of your preparation process. Please speak with your parish priest or deacon early in your planning to determine the best option for you. 

Approved Programs Include:

• Foundations for Marriage — A one-day, 8-hour Archdiocesan program focused on Church teaching, communication, family of origin, finances, and other important marriage topics. https://www.archlou.org/foundation-for-marriage

• Catholic Engaged Encounter (CEE) — A weekend retreat experience that allows couples extended time to dialogue together about their relationship and future life in the context of Catholic faith and values. https://louisville.engagedencounter.com/reservations/

Markey's Group

Tuesday, January 20th

The next gathering of Markey’s Group will take place on Tuesday, January, 20th at 12:00pm at Bristol Bar & Grille, 300 North Hurstbourne Lane (Note: we are meeting for lunch.) RSVP to Rosemary Walsburger at 502-552-7249 on or before Monday, January 19th.

Markey’s Group invites anyone who has experienced the loss of a spouse to join us for socializing and the enjoyment of a good meal.

Communion to the Sick and Homebound

The Archdiocese of Louisville is offering a workshop is for Communion Ministers who want to extend their ministry to sick and homebound situations, or for new Extraordinary Ministers who want to minister exclusively to the sick and homebound. The class will be held here at St Albert the Great on January 26th at 6:30pm.  To register go to https://www.archlou.org/communion-to-the-sick-and-homebound/ 

We are currently seeking compassionate volunteers to serve as Homebound Ministers for Communion. This meaningful ministry brings the Eucharist and a sense of connection to those in our parish who are unable to attend Mass due to illness, age, or mobility issues. If you feel called to share your faith in this special way and can commit to visiting on the weekend or as needed, please contact Kristina Hellmann at 425-3940. Your presence could be a powerful reminder of God’s love and our parish community’s care!

Nourish for Caregivers 

Virtually every one of us will care for a loved one at some time in our life. Though rewarding, it’s not always easy. Nourish for Caregivers is for anyone juggling the challenges of everyday life, health, career and caring for an aging parent, spouse or grandparent, in town or at a distance. Nourish provides caregivers a faith perspective, as well as practical and emotional supports, useful tools, and shared experience. Discover the blessings that come from caring for another.

This group will meet on the second Wednesday of the month from 7–8:00 p.m. If you want to join in person we will be at St. Margaret Mary in the Spirituality Center. If you are unable to join in person, you can participate by Zoom. Please register by emailing Denise Ruiz at druiz@stmm.org, to receive the Zoom link or call at 690-2834 for more information.

DivorceCare 

DivorceCare is a weekly seminar/support group that helps divorced or separated people heal from the hurt.  It provides a warm, caring, and confidential environment in which participants can learn practical information and gain hope for the future. 

• Weekly: Tuesdays 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.,  January 27 – April 28

• Location: St. Margaret Mary, Spirituality Center & Zoom

• Donation:  Free and encouraged to purchase workbook from www.DivorceCare.org

• Contact:  Denise Ruiz, 426-1588 or druiz@stmm.org

Epiphany Collection for Hand in Hand Ministries

January 4th -11th

Hand in Hand Ministries is in need of donations for the Auxier Center in Eastern Kentucky that assists 100+ families each month. These donations will help us sustain our pantry for the winter months. We appreciate your continued support.

• Deodorant (men, women)

• Toothpaste & Toothbrushes

• Shampoo & Conditioner (men, women, children)

• Paper Towels

• Toilet Paper

• Body Wash & Bar Soap

• Feminine Hygiene Products

Holiday Lights Recycling

January 10th/11th

The Environmental Concerns Committee will be collecting holiday lights the weekends of January 3rd/4th and 10th/11th. As you undecorate from the holidays and find that you have lights that are broken, that don’t work, or only partly work, just bring them with you to church and we’ll take it from there. We will make sure they are taken care of in an environmentally responsible way.

Thanks for helping the earth, and getting the new year off in an environmentally friendly manner. Remember, you do make a difference, please make it a positive one! 

Human Trafficking Awareness Month 

Catholic Charities asks you to pray for survivors of human trafficking in support of January Human Trafficking Awareness Month. Catholic Charities’ renowned Bakhita Empowerment Initiative (BEI), supports survivors of sex and labor trafficking with trauma-informed care, legal help, and survivor-led programming. They also offer prevention education programs for at-risk youth. Trafficking affects people of all ages, genders and backgrounds. And yes, it happens here. To learn how you can help or to donate their mission, visit cclou.org/bei.

Red Cross Blood Drive

Sunday, February 1st | 8am-1pm

The Social Concerns Team are sponsoring our quarterly Red Cross blood drive in the Parish Life Complex on Sunday 2/1/26 from 8am until 1pm.  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. 

Loaves & Fishes

Weekend of February 1st

Our next Loaves & Fishes Collection will benefit St. Vincent dePaul. Canned foods: soups, stews, chili, fruits, vegetables, beans. Dried goods: pancake mix, tea bags, rice, packaged pasta, 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.

Camino de Santiago (The Way of St. James)

Friday January 30th | 6:30 - 8:00PM | Visitation Hall

Please join us on Friday, January 30th at 6:30pm in Visitation Hall to hear one of our parishioners, Diane Thompson, talk about her most recent pilgrimage. It was a 500 mile walk across Spain that took her through villages and towns where St. James touched the hearts and souls of many, and it challenged her physically, mentally and spiritually.  

All are invited, and anyone else who has experienced this pilgrimage, please feel free to come and share as well.  We look forward to seeing you!

Travel to Turkey with Fr. Chris!

October 12-22, 2026

Istanbul | Cappadocia | Pisidian Antioch | Smyrna 

Join Fr. Chris on a spiritual journey to Turkey and experience the rich history of early Christianity. Explore the beauty and culture of Istanbul, Cappadocia, Pisidian Antioch, and Smyrna, on this unforgettable pilgrimage of faith and discovery!

This faith-filled trip includes daily breakfast and dinner, accommodations in 4 & 5-star hotels, guided tours, and time for prayer and fellowship. Cost is $5,799.00. Brochures located in the parish office.

Thank You! We Did It!

Great news! Thanks to your incredible generosity, our parish has met its goal for the Archdiocese of Louisville Catholic Services Appeal! We are so grateful to everyone who gave and helped make this possible. Your joyful spirit of giving supports essential ministries and brings Christ’s love to so many. Thank you for being such a generous parish community!

Stewardship: Prayer, Participation, Generosity

St. Albert serves the spiritual, physical and social needs of our members through many ministries... Liturgy, sacramental preparation, bereavement, outreach to the elderly, poor or homeless, religious education, fish fry, summer picnic and many more... 

We thank you for your generous support of the parish­ — through your prayers at Mass, volunteering with a ministry and making a regular contribution to the weekly collection. Keep doing what you’re doing! 

As we head into the new year, we also ask you to consider taking on a leadership role and raising your contribution if you can do so, ensuring these worthwhile ministries can continue to serve our parishioners and those in need.

No gift to the Lord is too small. That’s true whether through volunteering your time or monetary giving! 

Please visit our Online Giving Portal at www.stalbert.org/giving to easily make donations to your St. Albert Community.