Our Advent Penance Service is set for Tuesday, December 5th, at 6pm.
Approximately 13 priests will be available to hear confessions. Before
celebrating the Sacrament of Penance, one should prepare oneself with an
examination of conscience, which involves reflecting prayerfully on one's
thoughts, words, and deeds to identify any sins.

On Sunday, December 10th the Christ the King parish choir will be joined by the children's choir to present "Advent Lessons and Carols," a service of Scripture and song that dates to the late 19th century. In this service, we listen to nine Scripture lessons that recount the Fall, the promise of a Messiah, the Incarnation, and the Great Commission to preach the Good News. Each lesson is followed by a carol or other song that reflects on the lesson's message and a brief prayer. We hope you can join us at 5pm and stay for the Advent Dinner at 6pm.

Christ the King has several ways to respond to needs this season:

• Make Christmas cards for CK's own St. Martin of Tours ministry to deliver to inmates in the county jail. Cards should be 3"x5" or 4"x6" index card size and may not include glitter or stickers. They can be delivered to the parish office where they will be picked up and delivered.
• Donate your unused coats. CK School is accepting coats to donate to City Rescue Mission as part of their Matthew 25 service project. Coats can be dropped off in one of the boxes located throughout the school or outside the parish offices and collections at school Masses. 
• Make a monetary donation to the St. Lawrence Ministry, which helps people who are in need of emergency assistance with food, clothing, furniture, utility bills, rent, prescriptions - even a Thanksgiving meal.
• Help the clients at Women's Sanctuary, which serves homeless women and children, enjoy Christmas this year. See story immediately below 
• Sign up to provide items to help our Feed the Hungry ministry.