Anniversary Year
Celebrating Two Milestone Anniversaries:
60 Years of St. Stephen, founded 1966
75 Years of Christ the King, founded 1951
Join Our Year of Celebration!
In 1951 Truman was in the White House, the Giants were 7 years from moving to San Francisco, and in a little town called Pleasant Hill the parish of Christ the King was founded.
Fifteen years later, the Beatles borrow Candlestick Park from the Giants for a last concert, Market Street in San Francisco is torn up as construction on BART begins, and three local parishes cooperate to create St. Stephen’s Parish.
In 2026 we are celebrating these two milestone anniversaries together – 60 years for St. Stephen and 75 for Christ the King!
Join us for a year long series of special events to honor our history and renew our commitment to hear the gospel and make a difference, and to live and love in Christ.
Dates
Our year long celebration began with Mass for the Feast of St. Stephen on December 26, 2025, and will conclude with Mass for the Feast of Christ the King on the weekend of November 21-22, 2026.
Over the course of our CTK–SS Year of Celebration, parishioners can look forward to a joyful mix of events around faith, fellowship, music and service. See below for the kinds of events that are being planned and check back here for the latest as details are finalized.
Event Highlights
Inspiring Parish Heritage & Storytelling
We’ll be sharing engaging, “did you know?” moments throughout the year—bite-sized historical facts that celebrate the people, milestones, and stories that shaped Christ the King – St. Stephen. Check out your Stay Connected newsletter or the Sunday bulletin for these fun recollections of parish history!
Hands-On Service
A cornerstone of our celebration will reflect one of our core values: serving others. We’ll connect parishioners with meaningful service opportunities in partnership with our ministries and trusted local organizations.
Music & Special Concert Events
Music is one of the great joys of parish life, and this year will include special musical celebrations, including:
- A featured concert with beloved composers and artists whose music is part of the heart of our worship experience.
- Additional musical gatherings designed to celebrate our community’s spirit and shared tradition.
Outdoor Community Fun
Expect festive, family-friendly events that feel like classic summer parish life, including:
- A Concert on the Lawn
- A parish presence in the community such as participation in the Pleasant Hill Fourth of July parade.
Honoring the People Who Have Served Our Parish
This celebration year will include gratitude and recognition, including Jubilee celebrations honoring the dedication and service of our priests and Sr. Dominic.
Bookmark this page and check the Stay Connected Newsletter and Sunday Bulletins for more details as they become available. Plan to participate throughout the year as we remember our heritage and build forward in 2026 and beyond!
