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Then he led them (out) as far as Bethany, raised his hands, and blessed them.  As he blessed them he parted from them and was taken up to heaven.  They did him homage and then returned to Jerusalem with great joy, and they were continually in the temple praising God.

Luke 24: 50-53

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Christ the King Campus

Monday - Friday

9:00am (livestreamed)


First Friday Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and Mass

5:00 PM - 6:00PM, Mass at  6:00 PM  (exposition and Mass livestreamed)


Saturday

9:00 AM & 4:00 PM Vigil Mass (both Masses livestreamed)

3:00 PM - 3:30 PM Confessions


Sunday

7:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:30 AM, and 4:00 PM (10:30 AM Mass livestreamed)


St. Stephen Campus

Monday - Friday

8:00 AM


Saturday

4:30 PM - 5:00 PM Confessions, Mass at 5:00 PM


Sunday

9:30 AM

Summer Masses at St. Stephen

Beginning Monday, June 9



All Masses at Christ the King Church will be moved to St. Stephen Church as we remodel the Christ the King church roof.


Saturday: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM


Sunday:

  • 7:00 AM
  • 8:00 AM
  • 9:30 AM
  • 11:00 AM
  • 4:00 PM

Weekday Masses: 9:00 AM (Monday-Saturday)

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Dear Friends,


Today, we celebrate the Feast of the Ascension—a sacred moment when we shift our focus from Jesus’ arrival on earth to His return to heaven. The Gospel of Luke beautifully captures this arc of divine movement: it begins with His incarnation—His birth—and ends with His exaltation—His ascension. From expectation to fulfillment, from beginning to culmination, the story of Jesus reminds us that even in endings, there is purpose and hope.


Jesus’ earthly ministry, public at age 30 and concluded at 33, was filled with profound moments of teaching, healing, community, sacrifice, and ultimately resurrection. Yet even after rising from the dead, Jesus did not immediately depart. He remained with His disciples for 40 days—a time of preparation, transition, and deep fellowship. This was no hurried farewell; it was a well-orchestrated journey toward release and empowerment. On a hilltop, Jesus blessed His followers, gave them a mission, and then was lifted from their sight.


That moment—the Ascension—was not just a departure, but a celebration of transition. And transitions, as we know, require far more than a single ceremony or act. They require time, grace, and trust. They often involve both grief and anticipation, letting go and stepping forward.


In the same spirit, we as a church now prepare for our own time of transition. In the coming weeks, we will temporarily leave our beloved Christ the King campus and worship at St. Stephen’s while our building undergoes important work. This change,

 while temporary, invites us to reflect deeply on what the Ascension teaches us:


1. God gives us the time we need to adjust and release the past.


 Just as Jesus gave His disciples 40 days to be with Him after the resurrection, so too we are given time to prepare—to let go of what was, and to ready our hearts for what will be.


2. Transition is an invitation to deeper intimacy with God.


 Think of the disciples on the road to Emmaus, struggling to make sense of the change. Jesus met them where they were—walking, listening, guiding. In their confusion, He drew near. And in a moment of breaking bread, their eyes were opened. Likewise, Jesus will continue to walk with us in our journey to St. Stephen, in our worship, our fellowship, and our service.


After Jesus ascended into heaven, the disciples, filled with the Holy Spirit, boldly began preaching the Word of God and leading others into the way of Christ. But soon, persecution arose. Their lives were threatened, and the early Christian community faced great fear and hardship. They were scattered—displaced from their homes, their familiar places of worship, and their community.


And yet, what seemed like a painful disruption became the very means by which the Gospel spread across the world. The church did not wither in displacement—it flourished. God used what felt like loss to bring about unimaginable growth.


In a much smaller and gentler way, we are now stepping into our own season of transition. Our campus at Christ the King will be temporarily closed, and we will gather for worship at St. Stephen’s for the

coming months. This shift may feel unfamiliar at first—it may even feel like displacement—but let us remember that God works powerfully through seasons of change.


I truly believe that our time at St. Stephen’s will bear abundant fruit—blessings we cannot yet see, growth we may not yet expect, and relationships that will deepen and enrich our church community. I am especially grateful to the wonderful people of St. Stephen for opening their sacred space and hearts to us with such generosity and love.


God is so good. He does not leave us in transition—He leads us through it. Let us walk together in faith, confident that what we are stepping into is not just a change in location, but a sacred chapter in our church’s unfolding story.


Let us embrace this transition with open hearts, trusting that just as God met His disciples in their 40-day journey, He will meet us in ours.



~Fr. Paulson


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Directions to St. Stephen Church

1101 Keaveny Ct, Walnut Creek, CA 94597

 

*Take Gregory Lane towards Pleasant Hill Road

*Turn left on Pleasant Hill Road

 

*Pleasant Hill Road turns into Camino Verde after crossing Geary Road

 

*Turn Left on Conejo Way

 

*Turn Right on Keaveny Court



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

  • New Parishioners Welcome Event

    If you are new to the parish, join us at either event to learn more about our parish and its ministries.


    Coffee and dessert will be served


    Our next New Parishoner Event will be:


    Sunday, June 1, 2:00pm

    (Christ the King Church Parish Hall)


    Register here
  • Summer Schedule as we Remodel our CTK Roof

    Beginning Monday, June 9


    All masses at Christ the King Church will be moved to St. Stephen Church as we remodel the CTK church roof.


    Saturday: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

    Sunday: 7:00 AM, 8:00 AM, 9:30 AM, 11:00 AM, and 4:00 PM


    Weekdays: 9:00 AM

  • Vacation Bible Camp

    Christ the King / St. Stephen is excited to welcome back Vacation Bible Camp


    June 23-27 from 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM


    Come join in the fun as we celebrate God, our True North!

    • Song and Prayer
    • Bible Stories and Skits
    • Science Experiments
    • Outdoor and Water Fun
    • Crafts
    • Yummy Snacks

    Each Camper will receive a complimentary t-shirt and music download


    Adult Volunteers - we need YOU to make this successful, please register as a volunteer and join in the fun!  Help bring God's love and joy to young people as they grow in their Faith.

    Register Here

Livestreamed Masses

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


Christ the King Campus
Monday - Friday

9:00am (and livestreamed)

First Friday Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and Mass

5:00pm - 6:00pm Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament followed by Mass

Saturday
9:00am
4:00pm Vigil Mass

Sunday
10:30am

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199 Brandon Rd, Pleasant Hill CA

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1101 Keaveny Ct, Walnut Creek, CA