1925 Feast has Local Connection
The feast we celebrate on Sunday, instituted in 1925 by Pope Pius XI, was born from a desire to combat the secularism and nationalism of the times. One year later the pope gave his consent to the first church to use the title, Our Lord Christ the King Church in Mt. Lookout, Cincinnati, then operating out of a pharmacy. The church was constructed in 1927; the parish thrives today.
Novena for Religious Liberty: US Bishops
The US bishops urge Catholics to pray a novena for religious liberty preparatory to the feast of Christ the King. Half of the world’s population live in countries where religious freedom is under attack. Hate crimes with a religious bias, vandalism of places of worship and religious symbols, and violence against believers of all faiths are increasing. Below are a few of the intercessions the USCCB website suggests:
May God give us the grace to remember the dignity of all people.
May governments respect the consciences of all people who care for the sick and vulnerable.
May Christians in the Middle East be free to live in peace.
May the freedom of the Chinese Church and the rights of all religious minorities in China be respected.
May all Christians serve Christ the King and bear witness to his reign.
In such manner, let us pray together.
Sr. Christa Kreinbrink, OSB
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