Parishioner Survey 2026

For the past nine months, the Parish Council has been working on a yearlong Pastoral Strategic Planning Process to help identify and prioritize goals for St. Albert the Great over the next 3–5 years. An important part of this process is hearing from you! We invite every parishioner to complete our Parishioner Survey, which will help us better understand how we can grow closer to Christ, strengthen our community, and faithfully live out the Gospel through the many ministries of our parish.

The survey takes approximately 15 minutes to complete and will be available through September 28, 2026. Use the button below to take the online survey, or pick up a paper copy in the back of church. Each member of your household is encouraged to participate, with one response per person. Your feedback is an important part of shaping the future of our parish and helping us serve the evolving needs of our faith community. Thank you for sharing your time, thoughts, and vision for St. Albert the Great!

Holy Hour of Adoration  

Thursday, September 24th | 7:00PM 

In celebration of Fulton Sheen’s upcoming beatification, St. Albert the Great will host a special Holy Hour of Adoration on Thursday, September 24, at 7 p.m. Confessions will be available during Adoration, and the evening will conclude with Solemn Benediction at 8 p.m. We invite you to join us for this special evening of prayer as we celebrate the life and witness of this remarkable American Catholic.

Blessing of the Animals

Sunday, October 4th  |  4:00PM

We will have our annual Blessing of the Animals on Sunday, October 4th  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.

Rosary Coast to Coast

Sunday, October 4th | 4:00PM | Church Sanctuary

Join us at St. Albert the Great as we become one link in Rosary Coast to Coast, joining Catholics across America in praying the Rosary at the same moment— 4p.m. Eastern, 3p.m. Central, 2p.m. Mountain, 1p.m. Pacific, 12p.m. Alaska, 10p.m. Hawaii.

Let us unite in prayer for peace in our world, our families, and our nation. As Blessed Pope Pius IX said, “Give me an army saying the Rosary and I will conquer the world.” Come pray with us and be part of this nationwide Rosary!

Let’s Reimagine Youth Ministry Together! 

Our parish and school are reimagining Youth Ministry to help young people grow closer to Jesus, build friendships, serve others, and feel connected to our Catholic community.

We invite youth, parents, parishioners, and school families to pray for this process and share their ideas. Please pick up a prayer card in the back of church specifically designed to pray for the future of our
youth ministry.

We are also looking for adults and youth in Grades 6–12 who would like to share their time and talents. To learn more, contact Erin Carter at erincarter52@outlook.com or 502-533-1927 by October 18.

Together, we hope to build a welcoming ministry where every young person knows they belong, are loved by God, and have an important place in our Church.

Louisville Catholic Youth Conference 

February 26-28th | Omni Hotel | Louisville

Attention all high school youth! Are you looking for a powerful way to grow in your faith and connect with hundreds of other Catholic teens? Registration is now open for the first-ever Louisville Catholic Youth Conference, or LCYC! The conference takes place from February 26-28th at the Omni Hotel in downtown Louisville. It will be an incredible weekend of inspiring speakers, great music, prayer, and fellowship. The early bird registration fee is $295, which includes the conference, your two-night hotel stay, and a swag bag. The price goes up after October 2nd. To register or learn more about scholarship opportunities, please speak with Deacon Mark.

St. Albert Book Club

Thurs. Oct 29 | 10:00AM | SHC

In honor of Respect Life Month, the St. Albert Book Club will be reading Fifty Years in the Trenches: Margie Montgomery and the Fight for Life by Schu Montgomery. Margie Montgomery was a longtime parishioner of St. Albert the Great and a dedicated Catholic and pro-life advocate who spent five decades defending the dignity of human life.

Join us for discussion on Thursday, October 29, at 10:00 a.m. as we learn more about Margie’s remarkable life, faith, and legacy. All are welcome! 

The September meeting of the St. Albert Book Club book is Thursday, September 24th at 10:00a.m. in the Sacred Heart Center. There is no cost to join and no registration is required. Just read the book and show up!

Grief Support Group

An 8-week grief support group will meet Mondays, October through November 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.  

Class Dates: 

• October 12 

• October 26 

• November 2

• November 9

• November 16 

• November 30 

• December 7

• December 14

Register here: https://forms.gle/9npnMv6Grh8ijaAw7 Contact Kristina Hellmann with questions at khellmann@stalbert.org.

Knights of Columbus Coats for Kids

Weekend of September 26th & 27th

The Knights of Columbus Bishop Flaget Council (#13053) will distribute up to a maximum of 2,400 winter coats to needy children in the Louisville area through Catholic Charities, St. Vincent de Paul, Golden Arrow, and Boys and Girls Haven.

We are able to provide such a large quantity of winter coats thanks to the generosity of parishioners from St. Bernadette and St. Albert the Great. In fact, our Council tied for first place in winter coat purchases among all Knights of Columbus Councils in the Commonwealth of Kentucky last year.

These high-quality winter coats are purchased directly from Knights of Columbus Supreme in New Haven, Connecticut for a cost of $20 each. We once again are asking for your support this year to assure many needy children in the Louisville area will be clothed properly this winter by reaching our maximum goal of 2,400 coats.

Please donate after Masses on September 26th & 27th and October 24th & 25th at the display in the Gathering Space!

Loaves & Fishes Collection

Weekend of October 3rd & 4th

The Schuhmann Center is currently completely out of several much-needed items. Please consider donating: Ramen noodles, pancake mix and syrup, jelly, and elbow macaroni, deodorant, shampoo, razors, toothpaste and toothbrushes, and feminine pads.

Your generosity helps provide basic necessities to individuals and families in our community. Thank you for helping us restock these essential items!

Baby Bottle Boomerang Fundraiser

October 3rd - 18th

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.

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.

Beginning, October 3rd, empty baby bottles will be located in the back of the church. Please return your bottles filled with donations on October 17/18th weekend.

All proceeds will benefit the life-saving work of Little Way. Thank you for your support.

Help Local Babies

A diaper collection bin is now located at the back of the church for donations to the Saint Bernadette Diaper Bank. We welcome donations of new, unopened diapers, Pull-Ups, and baby wipes. The greatest need is for Sizes 4, 5, 6, and Pull-Ups (2T–5T). Your donations help local families through 23 partner agencies serving our community. Thank you for your generosity!

2027–2028 Admissions 

Families new to the school may apply for enrollment between September 15 and October 31, 2026. Applications must be submitted electronically through FACTS Management using the Apply Now link on our website, beginning September 15. All supporting documents must be submitted no later than October 31, 2026, for your application to be considered complete and ready for review during the application period.

If you have questions, please contact our Director of Development, Janelle Richardson jrichardson@stalbert.org. We hope to see you on campus soon!

Pilgrimage to the Holy Land & Jordan with Fr. Chris

Jan 06 - Jan 17, 2027

Jerusalem • Bethlehem • Nazareth • Galilee • Via Crucis • Last Supper • Gethsemane • Dormition of the Blessed Virgin Mary • Nativity Church • Capernaum • Amman • Petra • Madaba • Anjara • Caesarea Phillipi

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. Cost is $5,999.00. Brochures located in the parish office.