Link to April 17, 2026 Online Newsletter
Cathedral of the Assumption Bourbon Society
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It’s working and will be touring the archdiocese soon. See an article published a while back by Chris Graney.
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!!!!!!! Please Note
No Saturday April 18 5:30 Mass due to Thunder Over Louisville
Emmanuel Hocde in Concert
Friday, April 24, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Emmanuel Hocde (Saint Éloi RC Church in Paris, France)
The Event is Free and Open to All.
A reception will follow in the Undercroft.
Emmanuel Hocdé was born in 1970 in Château-Gontier in Mayenne. After studying the organ at the Conservatoire National de Région of Saint Maur des Fossés with Gaston Litaize, obtaining a gold medal in 1990, he joined the class of Olivier Latry. He then continued advanced studies with Louis Robilliard at the Conservatoire National de Région in Lyon where he obtained a premier Prix, at the same time attending classes at the Sorbonne (Université-Paris-IV), from where he graduated with a bachelor of Musicology.
In 1992, Emmanuel Hocdé was accepted into the Conservatoire supérieur de Musique in Paris to study with Michel Chapuis and Olivier Latry, graduating with a Premier Prix in organ and a Premier Prix in bass continuo.
In 2001, he obtained a diploma in organ improvisation from the Conservatoire national supérieur de Musique in Lyon (studying with Loïc Mallié). In the same year, he won the “André Marchal Prize” (special mention from the jury), the “Audience Favourite” Prize and the “J. Englert Marchal Prize” (special prize for playing baroc music) at the international Organ Competition in Biarritz.
In 2002, Emmanuel Hocdé won the international Organ Competition in Chartres where he was awarded the Grand Prix for interpretation, the “Audience Favourite” Prize and the Jean-Sebastian Bach Prize. He has performed in France, Europe and the USA at the invitation of the most prestigious organ festivals. Several of his concerts have been broadcast, on notably Radio Classica (Spain), Radio Slovenia and Slovakia, and France Musique. Critics have hailed him as one of the most promising organiste of his generation : “capable of restituting and communicating ail the different facets of compositions with style and sensitivity…, his light intelligent articulation made the most difficult music seem simple and radiant”. ‘Greenwich Citizen-Connecticut’ U.S.A.)
Emmanuel Hocdé is resident organist at the church of Saint Éloi in Paris (12th district) and organ professor in several music schools.
Job Posting
Director of Faith Formation
Cathedral of the Assumption – Louisville, KY
Full-Time Position
The Cathedral of the Assumption is seeking a faith-filled and dynamic leader to serve as our Director of Faith Formation. This individual will lead and coordinate parish-wide faith formation and catechetical programs, helping parishioners of all ages grow in their understanding of the Catholic faith and deepen their relationship with Christ and the Church.
Working closely with the Rector, parish staff, volunteers, and the Archdiocese of Louisville, this role is essential to advancing the Cathedral’s mission through vibrant catechesis, sacramental preparation, and parish engagement.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee faith formation programs for children, youth, and adults
- Coordinate sacramental preparation for First Reconciliation, First Communion, and Confirmation
- Oversee the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) program
- Recruit, train, and support catechists and volunteers
- Promote parish participation in faith formation and evangelization efforts
- Ensure programs align with Catholic teaching and Archdiocesan guidelines
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Theology, Religious Studies, Pastoral Ministry, or related field (required)
- Catechetical certification or willingness to obtain through the Archdiocese
- OCIA training or experience preferred
- Practicing Catholic in good standing with a strong commitment to Church teaching
- Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
- Experience in parish ministry, education, or religious formation
Additional Information
- Position requires evening and weekend availability
- Collaborative, mission-driven parish environment
To Apply
Please submit your resume to Megan Etscorn at metscorn@cathedraloftheassumption.org
Feastday Fest 2025
Dancing Pays off to Feed the Hungry
Nine of the twelve dancers from the recent 10th Annual Let’s Dance Louisville – A Decade of Dance charity competition, held June 14 at The Galt House, presented the Cathedral of the Assumption’s Sandefur Dining Hall with a check for nearly $187,000. This amount represents the net amount raised to support Feed My Neighbor, a part of the Cathedral’s important daily lunch ministry. Thank you! Pictured in the photo L-R are: The Very Rev. Fred Klotter (2025 People’s Choice Award Winner), Rodney Wisdom, Elle Smith, Janet Tyre, Jessica Piasta, John Smart, Kay Madrick, Sam Owings (2025 Grand Champion Award Winner), Jonathan Klunk (2025 Judges Award Winner) and Jenny Rouchka, dancer coordinator and 2018 Grand Champion Award Winner. Dancers not pictured include: Brandi Alexander, Oremeyi Kareem, and Sarah Carter Levitch. Each year the Cathedral’s Sandefur Dining Hall serves thousands of individuals who seek a safe environment for lunch and other services. Let’s Dance Louisville will return next year on June 13.
Cathedral Pentecost Sunday Event
Click on the Mint Julep below to see pix and video of Cathedral Bourbon Society April 28 event.
Robb Shrader, winner of our 2nd Annual Chili Cook-off held Saturday, February 22, 2025.
Thanksgiving Morning Offertory Collections of Hats, Gloves, and Sweatshirts! Thank you for your generosity!
Santa’s elves wrapping hats and gloves for Lunch Program Christmas Dinner! Much appreciated!
Father Klotter at Gallrein Farms to bless the farm and staff and to thank them for their very generous donations of fresh produce to our daily lunch program over the years.
A gift to our daily lunch program from a grateful and talented lunch guest.
Vespers Service March 29, 2022
