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"The LORD gives strength to his people; the LORD blesses his people with peace"

Psalm 29:11

As part of our ongoing Jubilee celebration

we warmly welcome

Sarah Hart and Francesca LaRosa

Join us Saturday, May 2nd

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Mass Schedule for Both Campuses

Christ the King Campus

Saturday Vigil: 4:00 p.m.
Sunday: 7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m., and 4:00 p.m.
Private Confessions Saturday 3:00 - 3:30 p.m.

St. Stephen Campus

Saturday Vigil: 5:00 p.m.
Sunday: 9:30 a.m.
Private Confessions Saturday before the 5:00 p.m. Mass

Weekday Masses (9:00 a.m.)

Monday, Wednesday, Friday – St. Stephen
Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday – Christ the King

First Friday Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament

St. Stephen Church which begins at 8:15am, followed by Benediction at 8:45am and Mass at 9:00am.
You can also attend Eucharistic Adoration every Friday from 3pm to 5pm in the chapel at the CTK Ministry Center

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Our bulletins are a snapshot of important events at Christ the King - St. Stephen. You'll find everything from Fr. Paulson's letter to what's happening with Youth Ministry.

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Dear Friends,

In the early decades of the twentieth century, when the world was being shaken by violence and war, the Lord chose a humble Polish nun, St. Faustina Kowalska, to deliver a message to humanity. Through her visions and revelations, Jesus revealed a powerful truth: God’s mercy is greater than human sin and suffering.

This message came during one of the most violent periods in human history. The devastation of world wars, the horrors of concentration camps, and the cruelty inflicted upon millions revealed how deeply wounded humanity had become. It was precisely in that darkness that Christ raised up St. Faustina to proclaim hope—to remind the world that the mercy of God is never exhausted.

Providentially, the Gospel we hear on Divine Mercy Sunday tells the story of St. Thomas the Apostle. Thomas had struggled to believe the astonishing news that Jesus had risen from the dead. When the other disciples told him that they had seen the Lord, he responded with deep skepticism: “Unless I see the mark of the nails in his hands and put my finger into the nail marks and my hand into his side, I will not believe.”

A week later, Jesus appeared again to the disciples. He did not reject Thomas for his doubt. Instead, He invited him closer. “Put your finger here and see my hands. Bring your hand and put it into my side. Do not be unbelieving, but believe.” Imagine that moment. The risen Lord stands before Thomas, not with anger or condemnation, but with an invitation—to touch His wounds.

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Those wounds are not hidden. They remain visible even in the glory of the Resurrection. They are the wounds of mercy—the wounds through which the love of God entered the brokenness of the world. Thomas does not even seem to touch them. Overwhelmed, he simply cries out: “My Lord and my God!” In that moment, Thomas encounters the heart of Divine Mercy.

And perhaps this Gospel speaks powerfully to our own time. Our world continues to carry many wounds—violence, division, injustice, and suffering. Yet there is another wound in our culture today: the growing refusal to forgive. It often seems that we live in a society where mistakes are remembered forever, where reputations can be destroyed overnight, and where there is little room for redemption or mercy.

Years ago, the late Cardinal George of Chicago described our culture in these striking words: “We permit everything, but we forgive nothing.” People are judged quickly and permanently. Once someone falls, society often refuses to allow them to rise again. Anger replaces compassion, and public life can become a place of accusation rather than reconciliation.

But the Gospel shows us another way. Jesus does not meet Thomas’ doubt with condemnation. He meets it with mercy. He opens His wounded side and invites Thomas to come closer. The same invitation is extended to us today - to encounter the God of mercy and forgiveness. From that encounter flows our mission: to become apostles of mercy in our world.

This means allowing God’s mercy to shape our lives—our words, our attitudes, and our relationships. It means choosing forgiveness over resentment, patience over judgment, and compassion over condemnation. In a culture marked by suspicion and polarization, the Church can become a place where people encounter the healing presence of Christ—the same Christ who said to Thomas, “Do not be unbelieving, but believe.”

The wounds of Christ remind us that mercy is not weakness. Mercy is love that has passed through suffering and emerged victorious.

On this Divine Mercy Sunday, may we hear the voice of the Risen Lord speaking to us as He spoke to Thomas: “Touch my wounds and believe.” And may our response echo the faith of the apostle: “My Lord and my God.”

~Fr. Paulson

What's Happening at Christ the King - St. Stephen

Children’s Liturgy of the Word is Back on Sunday, April 26!

Designated Sundays at 9:00 a.m. Mass

Ages: 4 years old - 4th Grade

At the 9:00 a.m. mass, children will have the opportunity to join a special Children's Liturgy. They will listen to the readings of the day in an interactive, child-friendly way so they can better understand God's Word and strengthen their faith.

No registration necessary. Children will be called forward at the start of mass, and will return to the church to present the Gifts and sit near the Altar during the Liturgy of the Eucharist. They will return to their families during Peace be with You. CLOW is optional, children may participate if they'd like, or remain with their families throughout mass in the church.

Questions? Email Mea McGraw

Community Events

We hope you can join us for one of our special events!

Use the drop down list to explore our upcoming activities. For more information, please visit our Events page.

Line Dancing - Thurs, Mar 26
Join our Dance Ministry on Thursdays in CTK's Parish Hall!

Come out and learn how to line dance!
Grow in faith and build community.

Questions? Contact Nelson Gonzales
Easter Egg Hunt - Sat, Apr 4
Fun Games - Food & Prizes
CTK Large Lawn

Meet the Easter Bunny!

Easter Egg Hunt Times:
10:15am ~ 1-4 yr olds
10:45am ~ 5-7 yr olds
11:00am ~ 8-10 yr olds

Please bring a food drive donation and your Easter basket!
Winter Nights - Mon, Apr 6 - Mon, Apr 27
This year, the Winter Nights program is returning to CTK

The mission of Winter Nights is to provide shelter to homeless families and help families break the homelessness cycle.

We’re looking for volunteers to donate their time and talent in several roles: set-up and take-down; dinner preparation and service; weekend breakfast preparation and service; tutoring; laundry; and other special skills.

For a full description, see our Events Page
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Night of Peace Concert - Sat, May 2
Join us for a Night of Peace Concert with Sara Hart and Francesca LaRosa

Christ the King Church
Saturday, May 2
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

$10/Person. Under 5 yrs. - Free
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Livestreamed Masses

The following Masses are livestreamed for those unable to celebrate with us.

Christ the King and St. Stephen Campus
Monday - Saturday
9:00am

First Friday Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and Mass
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament will begin at 8:15am followed by Mass at 9:00am

Saturday
4:00pm Vigil Mass

Sunday
10:30am