Parish Goal: $148,400
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,
Sherry Montell is wrapping up with the bulletin ad sales, as the bulletin is set to renew in a few weeks. She is still seeking advertisers and sponsors, as there are spaces that need to be filled! If interested, please contact Sherry directly at (614) 301-7444 (feel free to text). You may also reach her via email at smontell@diocesan.com
Join us for First Saturday on November 7th! To help our parishioners practice this praise worthy devotion, St. Albert the Great Catholic Church offers the opportunity to pray the Rosary before the 8:30AM Saturday daily Mass; confess our sins in the Sacrament of Reconciliation immediately after Mass; and spend some time in quiet prayer and reflection in the presence of Our Lord at Adoration.
Join us for coffee and donuts after the 8:00AM and 10:30AM Mass this Sunday!
Wed, Nov 11 | 9:45AM | Church
We will be celebrating the courageous men and women who have served—and are serving—our country at St. Albert the Great’s Veterans Day Mass at 9:45AM on Wednesday, November 11th. We invite all veterans and current service men and women to attend our Veteran’s Day Mass, planned by St. Albert the Great School’s 8th Grade class.
On November 21-22, our parish will take up a collection for the Catholic Campaign for Human Development. Nearly 37 million people in the United States live in poverty. This collection supports programs that empower people to identify and address the obstacles they face in bringing permanent and positive change to their communities. In addition, 25% of the donations stay here in the Archdiocese of Louisville to fund anti-poverty programs throughout our 24 counties. Learn more about the Catholic Campaign for Human Development at www.usccb.org/cchd
We’re excited to offer two ways to schedule Mass intentions! You can now submit your request and pay ONLINE through our website or schedule IN PERSON at the parish office during regular office hours.
We’ve also updated our Mass intention policies to make it easier for more parishioners to remember their loved ones in prayer.
NO CLASS on Wednesday November, 18th, 25th, December 2nd
Have questions about the Catholic faith? Wonder why we do what we do? Bring your questions—and your curiosity—to this engaging formation class exploring the beauty, richness and traditions of our Catholic faith. Whether you’re looking to deepen your understanding or simply want to learn more, come ready to ask, discuss and discover. Hosted by Fr. Gary Padgett. All are welcome!
Experience a weekend of faith, friendship, and renewal at St. Albert the Great!
MEN’S RETREAT: JANUARY 30–31, 2027
WOMEN'S RETREAT: FEBRUARY 20-21, 2027
Each retreat is designed specifically for men or women to connect, reflect, and grow in their faith alongside fellow parishioners. Both retreats are free and will take place on the St. Albert the Great campus.
Interested in attending? Complete the interest form by filling out the form below or call the parish office at 425-3940. You can also stop by the back of church during Sign-Up Weekend, November 7–8, to learn more!
Fri, Nov. 20th | 12:30PM
The next gathering of Markey’s Group will take place on FRIDAY, November 20th, 12:30PM at Olive Garden, 9730 Von Allmen Ct. RSVP to Mary Anne Davis at 502-553-0022 no later than Thursday, November 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. Please note that our winter schedule includes an earlier lunch time, and November’s gathering will take place on Friday rather than our usual Tuesday.
Check out the Social Concerns website for all the current information and happenings!
https://sites.google.com/stalbert.org/st-albert-social-concerns/home
Save The Date! Nov 7-16
Loaves & Fishes is gearing up for our annual EACM Thanksgiving Basket collection, and we need your help to make it a success. Food donations may be dropped off anytime now through November 16th. With your generosity, we hope to provide 100 Thanksgiving baskets to families in our community who could use a little extra blessing this holiday season.
Food items Needed:
Instant Mashed Potatoes
Box stuffing
Canned Green Beans
Canned Corn
Canned Fruit
Cranberries
Cake & Frosting
Packaged or Canned Gravy (no jars please!)
Tea/Lemonade (boxed or powder only)
November 15 | 8:00AM-1:00PM |PLC
You have the power to save a life in your hands and "pay forward" your gratitude for good health!
The Social Concerns Team are sponsoring our quarterly Red Cross blood drive in the Parish Life Complex on Sunday 11/15/26 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.
Please help Social Concerns serve 100 Thanksgiving Dinners at Sheehan Landing (3501 Sheehan Landing Dr.) Wednesday, November 18th, 10:00AM - 2:00PM
Please call, text or email Gary Lange (502) 551-3413 garyelange@gmail.com.
Sheehan Landing, named after St. John Center’s founding director, Sister Mary Kathleen Sheehan, is a single-site housing development that provides furnished one-bedroom apartments. These apartments are specially designed to address the unique needs of former homeless who experience multiple, complex physical and mental disabilities.
Thank you for your continued generosity. Every donation to the St. Vincent de Paul Society helps provide assistance with rent or utilities for local families facing hardship. Scan the QR code to make a secure donation today and help bring Christ's love and hope to those who need it most. When making donations by check, please make checks payable to St. Albert SVDP Conference (rather than the parish). This helps funds reach those in need more quickly.
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!
Every year Scouts from all over the country participate in this project to feed the hungry. This year on Saturday November 14th, St. Albert the Great BSA Scouts will be collecting bags of food from our North Lyndon & Graymoor-Devondale community. So, if you see our Scouts walking around your neighborhood drive slowly and support them as they fight food insecurity in our local community!
It's time to roll out the red carpet! Join us for St. Albert Trivia Night: Hooray for Hollywood on Saturday, December 5, 2026, for an evening of food, fellowship, friendly competition and fun!
Dress as your favorite movie character and get ready to show off your trivia skills. Whether you're a movie buff or just coming for a great night with friends, there's something for everyone!
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Saturday, December 5, 2026
Doors Open: 6:00 p.m.
Trivia Begins: 7:00 p.m.
Location: St. Albert the Great
Tables: $300 for a table of 8 players
TABLE SALES BEGIN SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14, AT 9:00 A.M.! Tables will be available through the St. Albert School Store website: store.stalbert.org
WANT TO BE A SPONSOR?
Become a sponsor and beat the rush of reserving a table! Your support helps make this a great night for our St. Albert community. Email trivianight@stalbert.org for sponsorship opportunities.
WE NEED VOLUNTEERS! Help make the evening a success!
Save the date for two fun Sprouts gatherings!
Sunday, December 20, 2026: Stacks of Blessings — Enjoy flying flapjacks and celebrate St. Nicholas after Mass in the cafeteria.
Sunday, March 21, 2027: Lent and Lunch — Enjoy lunch and an egg hunt after Mass in the cafeteria.
Sprouts events are for families with children ages 7 and under. We look forward to seeing you there!
Calling all middle schoolers (6th-8th grade) and high schoolers! Gather your friends and join us for our first St. Albert the Great Youth Ministry event!
Sunday, December 6th 5:30-8:00PM
We're hosting a festive night packed with fun, including an epic Reindeer Run Scavenger Hunt. You won't want to miss it!
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.
It’s time to apply for tuition assistance for the 2027–2028 school year! Families interested in applying for financial assistance should complete the FACTS tuition assistance application between October 15 and November 30, 2026 to be considered for the initial round of awards. Families must apply each year, and award notifications will be sent by March 1, 2027. Financial assistance is available for students entering kindergarten through eighth grade, both parishioner and non-parishioner families. Confidentiality is maintained in this process.
Stewardship: Prayer, Participation, Generosity
It's never too late to complete a stewarship form! The form is easy to use and will provide a confirmation email once submitted. If you need assistance with the renewal process or would like a form mailed to you contact Kelly Evans, Director of Stewardship & Communications, at kevans@stalbert.org or 425-3940 ext 108.
Thank you for your prayerful consideration and for all the ways you support the mission of our parish. Your faith, generosity and involvement make our community stronger.
WEEK ENDING November 1, 2026:
Cash & Check: $25,123.00
Online Giving: $8,807.01
Total Rcvd as of Nov 2 for FY 2026-27: $591,891.69
Needed Budget as of Nov 2 for FY 2026-27: $604,544.94
Total Over/Under Budget: ($12,653.25)
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 is through gifts of stocks, bonds, and mutual funds. For more information about this type of donation please contact Bobby Clements at the parish office (bclements@stalbert.org).
St. Albert the Great, Pray for Us.