PARISH POST

As we begin our 2026–27 Stewardship Renewal, we invite you to take a moment to read the stewardship LETTER from Fr. Chris and Fr. Schultz, and prayerfully consider how you will support our parish through prayer, participation and generosity in the year ahead.

This year, stewardship renewal is available online. You can complete your online stewardship renewal HERE or through the link on our parish website.

Please complete your stewardship renewal form by June 15th. The form is easy to use and will provide a confirmation email once submitted.

If you prefer a paper version, forms will be available in the gathering space of church, at the parish office, or PDF download. If you need assistance with your renewal please call the parish office at 425-3940.

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.

Stewardship Letter from Fr. Chris & Fr. Schultz

Online Stewardship Renewal Form

Download PDF Stewardship Renewal Form

Summer Office Hours

The parish office will begin summer office hours on Monday, June 1st through Friday, August 7th. Hours are Monday-Thursday 8:00am - 4:30pm and Friday 8:00am-12:00pm.

The school office summer office hours are 9:00am-12:00pm Monday-Friday in June, and August until school resumes. Closed in July. Have a blessed summer!

WORSHIP

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Celebrating Our Priests’ Anniversaries

Please join us in celebrating the gift of the Priesthood and our priests' Anniversaries!

On Monday, May 25th, Fr. Chris will celebrate his 13th Anniversary of priesthood with Mass at noon.

On Sunday, May 31st Fr. Schultz will celebrate his 2nd Anniversary of priesthood with Mass at 5pm. (this Mass fulfills your Sunday obligation)

Why do we celebrate the anniversary of a priest's ordination? Because it was on that day that Jesus changed them so that they can bring us the sacraments. We are deeply grateful for their faithful service, spiritual guidance, and dedication to our parish family. Please keep Fr. Chris and Fr. Schultz in your prayers and be sure to wish them a happy anniversary when you see them!

Crusade for Children

Since 1955, the Archdiocese of Louisville has contributed millions of dollars to the Crusade for Children. This community-wide effort changes the lives of children with special needs, and families and Catholic schools in the archdiocese have benefited directly from the Crusade.

Next weekend, May 30 – May 31, our parish will collect donations for this year’s Crusade. Those who wish to donate may bring contributions to Mass or to the parish office. When giving by check, please make the check payable to the parish and put the word “Crusade” in the memo line. If giving online, you can credit our parish in the “Additional Details” portion of the giving platform. The online form will ask a question about crediting a fire department. Answer no and then the form will populate a question about crediting a Catholic parish. With a yes answer to that question, the online form provides a drop-down menu of parishes.

Pentecost

This weekend (May 23/24) the church will celebrate the great Solemnity of Pentecost. In honor of this great celebration of the Church, all are invited to wear red which is the liturgical color for this day. We will also be welcoming catechumens and candidates into the church during the 10:30am Mass.

FAITH FORMATION & EDUCATION

Via Muddica

Essays on the Sacred, the Scriptural, and the Sacramental by Flynn Mudd

Why do Catholics crown Mary in May and call her Queen of Heaven? The answer goes back to ancient kings, Scripture, and Mary’s role in bringing our needs to her Son. Learn the rich tradition behind one of Mary’s most beloved titles in Flynn's essay Queen of the Angels, Queen of the May.

QUEEN OF THE ANGELS, QUEEN OF THE MAY

Hail, Holy Queen. Queen of Heaven, rejoice! Hail, Queen of the Angels. All of these royal titles have to do with none other than our Blessed Mother. But why do we, as Catholics, refer to her as queen? Her lovely husband, Joseph, is never referred to as king, so she couldn’t have been queen. While this is an interesting argument, her title as queen stems from the practice of ancient Jewish Kingdoms, and not medieval practices.

While it was common practice for the king’s wife to be deemed queen, this was never the case in ancient Jewish culture and society. In fact, it was not the wife who was called queen, but rather the king’s mother! Since the time of King David in the Old Testament, the mother would take the responsibility of being queen, since her son, who was king, had many wives for political reasons, such as to keep the peace between the Kingdom of Israel, or because of human weakness. Especially in the king’s Court, the queen mother would serve in an advisory role and as counsel to the king. We see this in 1 Kings when Solomon’s mother, Bathsheba, hears the plea of one of Solomon’s servants. When Bathsheba asks Solomon to grant the request of the servant, Solomon in turn replies, "Make your request, my mother, for I will not refuse you."

When we look at the Blessed Virgin Mary compared to Bathsheba, Mary appeals for our needs to a great and higher authority for our needs. Indeed, our most gracious mother, who is always concerned for her children, gives our petitions to God, especially by asking her son to come to our aid. We are reminded of our Lady’s role when she asks Jesus to help when the young couple at Cana ran out of wine at their wedding festival.

When the wine gave out, the mother of Jesus said to him, ‘They have no wine.’ 4 And Jesus said to her, ‘Woman, what concern is that to you and to me? My hour has not yet come.’ 5 His mother said to the servants, ‘Do whatever he tells you.’ (John 2: 3-5)

Jesus, at the request of his mother, provides an abundance of wine for the newly married couple. Just like Bathsheba, Mary brings the requests and prayers of her people and brings them for the King’s consideration. In this way, Mary fulfills the biblical role as queen and mother.

For most of the Church’s History, the Church has always looked at Mary as Mother and Queen. It was St. John of Damascus, from the 7th century, who said that, “When she [Mary] became mother of the creator, she truly became queen of every creature.” This title of Mary as queen is exhibited, especially in the month of May is shown through the pious actions crowning a statue of Mary with a wreath of flowers, also known as May Crownings.

The title of Mary as Queen of Heaven and Earth is not only found in popular piety, but has made its way into the Church’s liturgical life. The Marian feast day, “The Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary,” was added to the liturgical calendar by Pope Pius XII in 1954. The date this feast originally occurred was the 31st of May. Just like the last thing a queen puts on is her crown, so the Church celebrated this feast day on the last day of May, in which throughout the month we give special honor to her. In 1969, Pope St.Paul VI moved the feast to the 22nd of August. In older traditions of the Roman Rite, this day would have been the octave, or eighth day, commemorating the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. In doing this, Paul VI emphasized the correlation and close connection of Mary’s assumption and her taking her rightful throne next to her son as queen.

“From the earliest ages of the Catholic Church a Christian people, whether in time of triumph or more especially in time of crisis, has addressed prayers of petition and hymns of praise and veneration to the Queen of Heaven and never has that hope wavered which they placed in the Mother of the Divine King, Jesus Christ; nor has that faith ever failed by which we are taught that Mary, the Virgin Mother of God, reigns with a mother's solicitude over the entire world, just as she is crowned in heavenly blessedness with the glory of a Queen.”

St. Albert VBS 2026

Get ready for an adventure! Mark your calendars for Vacation Bible School, June 23–26, 2026! This year’s theme, Egypt: Joseph’s Journey from Prison to Palace, will bring scripture to life with fun and faith-filled activities. June 23-26 from 9:00am-12:00pm. Ages 4 years - rising 5th graders (will be in 5th grade for the 2026-27 school year) Please make sure to include cash or check payable to St. Albert the Great for your payment. We cannot accept registration without payment.

PREP Registration

We warmly welcome all parish students who are not enrolled in a Catholic school to join our Parish Religious Education Program (PREP) at St. Albert the Great. Open to students in kindergarten through 8th grade, PREP meets on Sundays from 9:00 to 10:15 AM. It provides a strong foundation in the Catholic faith, includes sacramental preparation, and offers students the opportunity to participate in St. Albert Athletic Ministry (SAAM) sports.

Registration forms and additional information is available in the Gathering Space through the link below. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to our Coordinator for Children’s Ministry, Rebecca Nash. We’d love to welcome your family!

PASTORAL CARE

Eternal Life Planning Workshop Series

Plan with faith. Prepare with peace. Care for those you love.
As Catholics, we are called to be faithful stewards of the blessings God has given us—not only in life, but in how we prepare for death. Eternal life planning is a spiritual act of love. It allows us to care for our loved ones, express our wishes in accordance with our faith and leave behind a legacy rooted in charity, prudence and peace.

SESSION 1: Thursday, May 28th | 12:45 PM
Theology of Death & End-of-Life Care
Parish Life Center (Lunch provided)

Learn about the Church’s teachings on death and dying, including the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick; hospice, palliative care, and important end-of-life decisions. Fr. Chris, Fr. Schultz and Hosparus will walk through common questions about about theology and end of life care.

SESSION 2: Thursday, June 11th | 12:45 PM
Funeral & Liturgy Planning
Parish Life Center (Lunch provided)

Hear from local funeral homes, Catholic cemetery representatives and our pastoral care team during a guided panel discussion. Learn what to expect, how to plan your funeral liturgy, and the support available to families before and after a loss.

SESSION 3: Thursday, July 16 | 12:45 PM
Estate Planning & Planned Giving
Parish Life Center (Lunch provided)

Cheryl Bruner, a local estate planning expert, will share practical guidance on how to create your estate plan and why documents like a will, power of attorney, and healthcare directive are so important. This session is offered in partnership with the Archdiocese of Louisville Office of Mission Advancement. Kindly RSVP at https://www.archlou.org/PG-session/

All sessions and lunch are free! Includes presentations, discussion time, and helpful take-home materials.

Join us for one session or all three—each offers valuable insight for every stage of life, from seniors to new parents, to those married or single.

This is an educational series—no products or services will be sold. Just helpful, faithful guidance. Registration coming soon!

SOCIAL CONCERNS

Check out the Social Concerns website for all the current information and happenings!
https://sites.google.com/stalbert.org/st-albert-social-concerns/home

Loaves & Fishes

June 6th & 7th

Our next Loaves & Fishes Collection will benefit the Schuhmann Center. Canned foods: Meats, poultry, tuna, soups, stews, chili, fruits, vegetables, beans. Dried goods: pancake mix, tea bags, rice, packaged pasta, granola, 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. Please leave items in the back of church before noon on Sunday, June 7th. Thank you for supporting the Loaves & Fishes Ministry and for helping to eliminate food insecurity in our local community!

SVDP: Children Helping Our Neighbors in Need

A heartfelt thank you to Cora Geswein, Anastasia Osting, Benedict Osting, Dominic Osting, and John Geswein, who recently raised $105 through their Oaks Day lemonade stand to support the work of our parish St. Vincent de Paul. They are an inspiration to us all, reminding us that no act of kindness is too small!

Please prayerfully consider supporting this important ministry during the St. Vincent de Paul collection on June 6–7. Donations may be placed in the poor box at church, in the collection basket (marked for St. Vincent de Paul), or given online through Vanco. Thank you for helping us care for our neighbors when they need it most.

PARISH LIFE

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.

STEWARDSHIP

Stewardship Renewal is now open! We invite you to prayerfully consider how you will support our parish through prayer, participation and generosity in the year ahead.

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!

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.

TITHES & OFFERINGS

WEEK ENDING May 17:

Cash & Check: $10,339.83

Online Giving: $13,128.80

Total Rcvd as of May 18th for FY 2025-26: $1,589,265.82

Needed Budget as of May 18th for FY 2025-26: $1,499,949.60

Total Over/Under Budget: $89,316.22

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.

HOW CAN I GIVE TO ST. ALBERT?

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.

STOCK DONATIONS

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 Larry Brunner at the parish office (lbrunner@stalbert.org).

Stock Donation Form

St. Albert the Great, Pray for Us.

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