From Growing in Faith

November 2025 Issue

Christ as King of our hearts

When we proclaim, “Christ is King,” we’re not making a poetic or symbolic statement. We’re declaring a truth that shapes every part of our lives. To live under Christ’s rule is to give Him authority over what we believe, how we worship, how we act, and how we spend our time.

What we believe: At the center of our faith is a relationship. Knowing Jesus personally — through the Gospels, through prayer, through the lives of the saints – transforms abstract belief into living faith. When someone asks, “Why are you Catholic?” our answer should come from experience, not just theology.

How we worship: Imagine a king hosting a free, lavish banquet every week for all his subjects. Every Sunday, we’re invited to a banquet — not of food, but of grace. To say, “Christ is King” is to obey His words: “Do this in remembrance of me” (Luke 22:19). The Mass is not just a weekly routine; it’s a divine encounter.

How we act: Our actions, especially the small ones, speak volumes. Reverence, patience, honesty, integrity, and generosity are everyday ways of making Christ visible through us. These aren’t just virtues — they’re signs of loyalty to our true King.

How we spend our time: Daily prayer proclaims that Christ reigns not only over Sunday, but over our entire lives. Whether prayer feels powerful or dry, it anchors us in Him. No time given to Christ is ever wasted.

To say “Christ is King” is to surrender everything to Him. It’s a declaration that He reigns not just in Heaven, but here, now, in us.

“By this all men will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another” (John 13:35).

We look forward to celebrating The Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe with you and your families this weekend.