We thank You for the gift of fathers, grand-fathers, godfathers, and all men who serve as father figures in our lives. Bless them with wisdom, strength, and love. May they follow the example of St. Joseph, guiding their families with faith and humility. Grant peace to those who have lost their fathers, and comfort to those who long to be fathers. Through Christ our Lord. Amen. Hapy Father's Day!
It’s almost here—our biggest event and fundraiser of the year! The St. Albert Summer Picnic is better than ever, bringing together our parish and community for a day of food, fun, and fellowship. Join us for live music, raffles & games, bouncies for the kids, adult beverages, and some gambling fun!
This is our chance to showcase how GREAT our parish is to the wider community. But we can’t do it without YOU! It takes a lot of volunteers to make the magic happen.
There’s way too much information to fit in this newsletter, so be sure to check out the full scoop in the Picnic Post. You’ll find everything you need to know and how you can get involved. Let’s make this the best picnic yet!
Fore-get your old ride… score the ultimate win — a GOLF CART!
Whether you’re cruising the course in style or want to be the envy of the neighborhood, your new set of wheels will bring the fun factor wherever it goes! This rolling ray of sunshine with attitude is pure Viking Gold — literally. It’s flashy, it’s fun, and it can be all yours. Buy your raffle ticket to win this golf cart, and other great items and themed baskets, only at the Summer Picnic Raffle Item Booth!
Thank you to parishioners Justin & Angee Hays and Icon of Louisville for their generous donation!
Our parish is truly blessed to have such compassionate and generous people. The Crusade for Children collection is always a success because of you. Our contribution this year was $11,824 ~ #3 of all Louisville area parishes!
June 25th | 5:00pm | Church
The Marian Center is celebrating the 44th anniversary of the apparitions at Medjugorje, with holy Mass,on Wednesday, June 25, 5pm, at St. Albert the Great.
Our Lady appeared to six children in the village of Medjugorje on June 25, 1981 with the message of peace between God and man and between people.” This message has spread throughout the whole world, inspiring global prayer movements and devotion to the Virgin Mary, the Queen of Peace.
Church Cleaning Volunteers
People are needed to help clean the sanctuary and adjoining areas of our beautiful church. We currently have 4 teams that take a turn once a month. If you enjoy being active and take pride in a clean church, please consider joining one of our teams!
Church Cleaning Coordinator
Many thanks to Lisa Ratterman who has so dutifully served as our Church cleaning coordinator for over 5 years! We are in need of someone to take over this role. Duties include scheduling the cleaning teams throughout the year - ensuring each team has enough volunteers. One would also make sure the cleaning supply closet is organized and complete with items needed.
Please contact Laura Sullivan, 425-3940 ext 148 or lsullivan@stalbert.org if interested.
Sunday, June 22nd after the 10:30a.m. Mass
On June 21/22 we will celebrate the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ. In honor of this great feast day, we will be having an outdoor
Eucharistic Procession on Sunday, June 22nd after the 10:30a.m. Mass. The procession will begin in the church at the conclusion of Mass. We will process outside and walk around the St. Albert campus. Benediction in the church will conclude the procession. We encourage everyone to participate!
Processions are important because they remind us that we are pilgrims journeying through this earthly existence following Jesus on “the Way”. When we have a Eucharistic Procession, not only are we gazing upon our Eucharistic Lord, but we are walking with him. We experience what the disciples did 2000 years ago as they walked with Jesus, proclaiming the Good News to the world.
Mass will be held at 4:00 PM (not 5:00 PM) on Saturday June 21st, and will be a quiet Mass without music. We hope everyone will join us at the Summer Picnic after Mass for an evening of live music, food and beverages, games and fun! We will not be offering confession before Mass.
Please note the following changes to our parish Mass schedule beginningMonday June 30th, based on feedback received from the recent Mass time survey:
Monday Mass will move from 8:30am to 12:00pm.
Thursday Mass will move from 8:30am to 12:00pm.
Thursday St. Albert School Mass will now be held at 8:00am.
Saturday Vigil Mass will begin one hour earlier at 4:00pm instead of 5:00pm.
Reconciliation & Rosary:
Reconciliation will be offered immediately after Mass on Monday and Thursday. Saturday Reconciliation will move up one hour to 2:45pm.
The Rosary will be offered at 11:30am on Monday and Thursday. Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday will remain at the current time of 8:00am. The Divine Mercy Chaplet will continue to be said at 9:00am after the Tuesday daily Mass.
In addition, we are pleased to announce the introduction of First Friday and First Saturday devotions, which will take place on the first Friday and Saturday of each month.
We encourage all parishioners to make attending Mass a priority, as it is the source and summit of our Catholic faith and a vital part of our spiritual life. Thank you for your continued participation and support as we strive to meet the spiritual needs of our parish community.
The postures we take during the Mass contribute to the expression of our prayer and are part of our active participation in the liturgy. The following changes during the distribution of Holy Communion will take place by June 22nd. To read the more about the changes click on the directive from the Archdiocese of Louisville and Archbishop Shelton Fabre.
Posture of the Assembly during the distribution of Holy Communion. The practice will be for the faithful to kneel after the Agnus Dei (Lamb of God) and remain kneeling until joining the Communion procession. After receiving Holy Communion, the faithful return to their places and kneel, or sit if unable, for a period of thanksgiving and personal prayer.
Posture of Individuals while receiving Holy Communion. Standing is the norm for the reception of Holy Communion. While standing, the communicant bows his or her head before receiving the Body of the Lord or the Precious Blood.
Manners of Receiving Holy Communion. Communicants may choose whether to receive the consecrated Host in the hand or on the tongue.
Our next Baptisms will be held on Sunday, July 13th during 10:30am Mass; and Sunday August 17th at 12:00pm following Mass. If you are interested in having your child baptized, please contact the parish office at 425-3940.
June 29th | 10:30am | SHC
The June book will be The Shroud Face to Face by Robert Orlando; and the book club will not meet in July. The August book will be Reason To Believe by Ron Tesoriero.
There is no cost to join and no pre-registration is required. Just read the book and show up! We will meet in the Sacred Heart Center on the last Thursday of the month at 10:30am.
Check out the Social Concerns website for all the current information and happenings!
https://sites.google.com/stalbert.org/st-albert-social-concerns/home
July 5th & 6th
Our July collection will benefit the Schuhmann Center.
They are in need of the following:
deodorant
bar soap
shampoo
razors
shaving cream
toothpaste
toothbrushes
laundry detergent
Being able to afford clean clothes, hygiene products, and a clean environment can significantly impact a person's ability to participate in employment, school, and social activities. Food assistance programs often focus on food, leaving these essential needs uncovered. Social services and food pantries help bridge this gap by distributing non-food items to those facing food insecurity.
We are deeply grateful to all our parishioners for your generous support over the past months! Your kindness brought comfort to the homeless during the frigid winter months. As we now enter the heat of summer, the needs of those we serve are changing. Items such as body wash, spray deodorants, light cotton boxer shorts (M, L, XL), and white cotton socks are especially helpful during this time.
Donations can be placed in the basket at the back of the Church near the 10th Station of the Cross. Thank you once again for your continued care and generosity—your support brings hope and dignity to many.
Tuesday, June 17th | 5:00pm | Martini’s Italian Bistro
The next gathering for Markey’s Group will take place on Tuesday, June 17th at 5:00pm. We will meet at Martini’s Italian Bistro located at 4021 Summit Plaza in the Paddock Shops Center.
Markey’s Group provides an evening of good food, enjoyment, and conversation for individuals who have experienced the loss of a spouse. Our primary mission is to offer monthly a chance to have a relaxing evening out with others. New members are always welcome. If you plan to attend the dinner on June 17th , please call or text Mike Ahrens at (502) 836-7847 by Noon on Monday, June 16th .
June 18th | 6:30pm | SHC
St. Albert the Great hosts a monthly support group for those who have lost a loved one from any type of substance use. Third Wednesday of the month from 6:30 to 8:00pm in the Sacred Heart Center. The next meeting will be June 18th at 6:30pm. Contact Laura Graven at lgraven@stalbert.org or 425-3940.
June 15th | 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, June 15th at 7:00pm. Please share with friends and family outside the parish. Contact parishioners 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.
The Elizabeth Ministry is an outreach ministry in which volunteers in the parish provide meals for a new mother/family to provide support and congratulations upon the arrival of their new baby. If you are interested in more information please contact Audra Kenyon at (502) 599-8909 or abkenyon@gmail.com
Thursday, June 19 | 6:30pm
Grills will be fired up for food, and taps will be flowing for drinks! Cheer on the Viking Dash runners while the kids enjoy the playground and inflatables! Live music begins at 6:30pm. Viking Dash runners take the starting the line at 7:00pm.
Stewardship Renewal forms are available in the parish office and the gathering space of church. You can also download the form using the links below or on the parish website at www.stalbert.org/stewardship. Completed forms can be brought/mailed to the parish office; dropped in the collection basket during Mass; or emailed to stewardship@stalbert.org. Please complete and return your 2025-2026 Stewardship Renewal form ASAP!
WEEK ENDING June 8:
Cash & Check: $14,981.55
Online Giving: $23,727.63
Total Rcvd as of June 9th for FY 2024-25: $1,612,290.95
Needed Budget as of June 9th for FY 2024-25: $1,553,943.50
Total Over/Under Budget: $58,347.45
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.