October 2020 archive of Parish News
Christmas Mass Survey
Posted by Kelli Reutman on 10/28/20
In preparation for Christmas Masses, we are interested to know how many people to expect for each Mass at Holy Family. Please understand this is not a reservation or a commitment. We are simply trying to gauge the overall numbers of people who plan to attend Mass in-person so that ... Read More »
In-Person Mass Cancelled Until Nov. 5
Posted by Kelli Reutman on 10/24/20
Fr. Gries has had possible exposure to a COVID positive person and been asked to quarantine. There will be no in-person Masses at Holy Family until Thursday, November 5. Fr. Gries will continue to say private Masses for the intentions of the parish during this time.
Sunday Mass will continue to ... Read More »
HFS Nut Fundraiser
Posted by Kelli Reutman on 10/23/20
Back by popular demand, Holy Family School & Preschool is once again selling nuts from Terri Lynn. You can support our cause by purchasing these premium nuts, gourmet confections, and sweet and savory snack mixes. All purchases will be shipped directly to you for a $5 flat shipping ... Read More »
HS Basketball Registration
Posted by Kelli Reutman on 10/23/20
High School Basketball registration is open! Those interested can contact youth minister Abbi Hamm to register or with questions. Email her at ahamm@holyfamilynewalbany.org.
High schoolers from the parish are welcome to play as long as they do not play for a public school.
Parishioner Mary McKulick Passes Away
Posted by Kelli Reutman on 10/22/20
Mary Denise McKulick, 67, of New Albany, Indiana passed away October 19, 2020, at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on August 27, 1953 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Charles F. and Lillian Read Hauswald. She is survived by her husband, Ronald "Ron" E. McKulick; ... Read More »
Dispensation for Sunday Mass extended until further notice
Posted by Kelli Reutman on 10/22/20
The five Catholic bishops of Indiana have extended the dispensation for the obligation to attend the public celebration of Mass on Sundays to all the faithful until further notice, releasing the following statement:
"While commending our pastors and pastoral life coordinators who have gone to great lengths to assure ... Read More »
1st-8th Grade Wrestling Registration
Posted by Kelli Reutman on 10/20/20
Wrestling is open to all youth in grades 1 to 8. Youth who are registered at the parish are welcome to participate, as long as they are not on a public school team. Practices will be held weekly at Providence High School.
All the information and an online ... Read More »
5th-8th Grade Basketball & Cheerleading Registration
Posted by Kelli Reutman on 10/15/20
Basketball season is fast approaching! Read on for details on how to register your son or daughter. This is open for 5th-8th grade students from our school and parish, as long as they do not play for a public school. Evaluations:
Athletes MUST bring: Sports physical or Health History ... Read More »
Baby Bottle Boomerang
Posted by Kelli Reutman on 10/06/20
Holy Family is participating in the Baby Bottle Boomerang for St. Elizabeth Catholic Charities. Baby bottles will be set out at the exit doors and we ask that you grab one and return it to the church with coins, cash, or a check (made out to St. Elizabeth Catholic ... Read More »
Parishioner Shirley Andres Passes Away
Posted by Kelli Reutman on 10/02/20
Shirley Ann (Carpenter) Andres, 80, of Floyds Knobs, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, September 29, 2020. She was a school bus driver for the New Albany-Floyd County School Corporation and enjoyed her job for almost 40 years. Shirley loved to play Euchre and enjoyed living and working on her ... Read More »