Thanksgiving Blessing: Bread & Wine
Wende Aubrey
SFX Offices Will be Closed Nov 28th & 29th
The Parish Offices will be closed Thursday and Friday, Nov 28th & 29th. There will be No Walking Fellowship in the Xavier Center either day.
Have a Safe and Happy Thanksgiving!
Advent Deanery Communal Penance, Dec 8th
An Advent Deanery Communal Penance Service will be held at St. Joseph Church in Bardstown on Sunday, December 8th @ 2:00 PM for those interested in the Sacrament of Reconciliation before the Christmas holydays.
#iGiveCatholic Advanced Giving Nov 18th
Advanced Giving is Now OPEN! Click below to donate on-line or pick up an envelope in the Gathering Space at Church.
Donations made during the Advanced Giving window (Nov 18th – Dec 2nd) will be matched up to $600 please consider making an early contribution.
Contributions made to this 2024 campaign will benefit our Children’s Faith Formation program (Religious Education). Our CFF program serves grades K-8 and aims to help our youth encounter God and prepare them for the sacraments through catechism, scripture, music, liturgy, prayer, and community. Our program is currently serving more than 140 children from Bullitt County and surrounding areas. Funds raised will be used to update the office in the Religious Education Building, creating a collaborative meeting space for catechists and others in the parish community. We plan to continue with safety improvements in the building, installing new classroom door locks that may be locked from inside the classroom. In addition, we plan to purchase additional Smart TVs and carts for use in each classroom and to be used by other groups during campus meeting.
Please consider making a donation through #iGiveCatholic to support our mission and youth of the parish! NO donation is too small! Contact the parish office if you wish to make a donation directly through the office. (502) 538-4933. Donations made directly through the office will count toward our total goal.
#iGiveCatholic 2024 Coming Soon!
Saint Francis Xavier Parish will once again be participating in #iGiveCatholic to continue making improvements to our Religious Education Building. This crowd-funding event is a national initiative dedicated to Catholic philanthropy and is conducted each year on Giving Tuesday.
Giving Tuesday is December 3rd but donations can be made during the Advanced Giving Phase beginning Monday, November 18th.
Watch for more information in coming weeks and check out the plans for a new shared space in the RE Building.
SFX Ministry Fair – Dec 8th
Join Representatives from all of the different Ministries here at St. Francis Xavier on Sunday, December 8th from 10AM – 1PM in the Xavier Center. All are invited for donuts, coffee, milk, and juice and to learn about the opportunities available to share your time and talent with your church and community.
Xavier Center Closed Oct 28th & 29th
Senior Dinner – November 10th
The 7th Grade RE Class will be hosting a Thanksgiving Dinner for the seniors of our parish on Sunday, November 10th at 2PM in the Xavier Center. Please RSVP through this link or contact the Parish Office.
Advent Calendar Raffle by HSYG
The SFX High School Group will be raffling off a Gift Card Advent Calendar on Sunday November 24th.
Each pocket of the Advent Calendar contains a gift card ranging in value from $5 – $15. Raffle tickets are $5 each and will be sold after all the masses the weekends of Nov 16th/17th and Nov 23rd/24th.
Please help support the youth group as they plan their projects and retreats for the coming year. Contact Lisa Pence (lisa.pence@sfxmw.com) for more information.
Charitable Gaming Lic#0001325
Hurricane Relief
The Archdiocese of Louisville has established a Relief Fund for the communities in Florida, Georgia, and the Carolinas. Funds will be used to support emergency response, and the pastoral and reconstruction efforts needed for the civic and faith communities affected. If you wish to support this effort, please send donations directly to the following:
Archdiocese of Louisville
ATTN: Hurricane Helene Relief
3940 Poplar Level Rd
Louisville, KY 40213-1463
Sacristan and Lector Workshops
The Archdiocese of Louisville’s Office of Worship will be offering two ministry sessions at the Catholic Enrichment Center in August and September. These sessions are open to all involved in these ministries as well as Worship Committee members, clergy and anyone who may be interested in learning more about liturgical ministry.
On Tuesday August 27, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. there will be a session on the Role of the Sacristan. This session will explore the Role of the Sacristan and the many ways this ministry can be expressed in a parish. We will look at the background and development of the ministry of Sacristan in addition to some practical aspects of the role.
On Monday September 23, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. there will be a session on the Role of the Lector. This session will explore the Role of the Lector, the Role scripture plays in the celebration of the Liturgy, the
presence of Christ in the proclamation, and practical tips for preparation.
Both sessions will be held at the Catholic Enrichment Center, 3146 W. Broadway, Louisville, KY 40211
There is no charge for these sessions as they are funded by your support of the Catholic Services Appeal.
For more information, please visit the ArchLou Website. You can register on-line or print out the form here and mail to the Office of Worship.
September Pull Top Collection for Childhood Cancer Awareness
Yoga in the Xavier Center
Starting August 19th, Yoga classes will be held in the Xavier Center on Monday and Thursdays from 5:30 – 6:30. Instructor Jamie Wise will offer classes for $5 per session (with every 5th class free). All experience levels are encouraged to participate in this “East meets West” slow flow yoga that focuses on strength, flexibility, and balance in mind, body, and spirit.
Bring a mat, an old towel (a well-worn, comfortable one), a water bottle, and a positive attitude!
Volleyball and Pickleball times will be pushed back to 6:30-8:30pm to make room for this new addition to the Xavier Center fitness offerings.
More about Jamie:
Hello all! My name is Jamie Wise and I am a 200hr. Certified Yoga Instructor registered with Yoga Alliance since 2017, trained locally through Yoga Integrated Science. I have been actively teaching some format of fitness since 1997. I have a Mind/Body certification and Matt Pilates training through A.C.E., YogaFit specialty training for addiction/recovery, and am a Former Zumba instructor. I am also an RN, BSN of 32yrs certified in both CPR and First Aid. My passion is teaching fitness, health and wellness. My specialty is wellness program development. I formatted and taught yoga for kids as well as several mind/body wellness programs for adults in the hospital setting. My goal is to make yoga accessible to everyone! Whether you are new to yoga or a seasoned yogi, my unique blend of “East meets West” fuses fundamentals of fitness principles with Yoga’s ancient wisdom. Modifications are always given as moving safely is my greatest priority!
Fitness Class Cancelled for Sept 6th and 7th
Fitness classes on Friday, Sept 6 and Saturday, Sept 7th have been cancelled. The normal schedule will resume next week (Tues 7pm, Fri 9am, Sat 9am).
Thank You Donors!
St. Francis Xavier Church was once again recognized for our participation in the Premier Blood Partners Program. In 2023 the American Red Cross collected 235 Units through SFX sponsored blood drives. This is up from 193 units in 2022 (22% increase). The next opportunity to donate here at St. Francis is Sunday, October 20th.
Children’s Liturgy of the Word
Children’s Liturgy of the Word (aka “Children’s Church”) will resume on August 25 at both 9:00 and 11:00 mass! During Mass, kids ages preK through grade 3 are invited to a special liturgy that simplifies the Sunday readings and includes interactive discussions for kids! We are so grateful for the existing volunteers that make Children’s Church possible and are seeking a few more volunteers for the 2024-25 year. If you’d like to volunteer for this important ministry, please contact Lauren Battcher at lauren.battcher@sfxmw.com.