Accompanying People in Faith

For 24 years, Sr. Dominic has introduced people to the Catholic faith through OCIA, first with college students and later with adults in parish communities. Accompanying people at the beginning of their journey with Christ has been especially meaningful to her.

"It was such a joy to see them embracing our faith and later becoming involved in ministry."

Her Greatest Joy: "The People!"

When asked about her greatest joy at Christ the King-St. Stephen, Sr. Dominic's answer was immediate: "The people!" She treasures serving alongside dedicated and competent ministers who bring sincere hearts to their responsibilities.

"We work together. It is such a joy to minister with people in the parish who are dedicated, competent, and sincere in their service."

Sr. Dominic also finds great joy in meeting young families preparing for the Baptism of their children. She encourages parents not only to understand the sacrament, but also to return to a consistent practice of the Catholic faith and make Christ part of their family life.

Another deeply meaningful part of her ministry is accompanying families at the time of a funeral. In moments of grief and uncertainty, she offers patient guidance, practical assistance, and compassionate support, helping families place their sorrow within the promise of Christ's Resurrection.

A Life That Continues to Preach

Sr. Dominic's service has never been simply a job. It flows from a heart formed by prayer, strengthened by community, enlightened through study, and dedicated to the mission of Christ.

As she celebrates 50 years of religious life, we thank God for her vocation, for the Oakford Dominican Sisters, and for the tremendous blessing she has been to our parish. We pray that the Lord will continue to fill her with joy, peace, strength, and grace.

Congratulations, Sr. Dominic! Your Christ the King-St. Stephen family rejoices with you and thanks God for the gift of your life, your vocation, and your loving service among us.

PRAYER • STUDY • COMMUNITY • MINISTRY

Fr. Paulson

Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament

Join us every Friday in CTK’s Ministry Center Chapel for

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament from

 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM

All are welcome to come and spend quiet time in

prayer and reflection.

Do you enjoy singing? Would you love to share the joy of making music with your children, grandchildren, or other kids in your extended family? The CTK Family Choir is returning for its fifth season, and we’d love to welcome new singers and families!

The Family Choir is open to children of all ages and their families. We sing at the 9:00am Mass on the first and third Sundays of each month, as well as at the Family Mass on Christmas Eve. Our first Sunday back will be September 20, when we’ll sing for the Children’s Liturgy.

We sing fun, accessible music that the whole family can enjoy, and no formal musical training or choir experience is necessary—just a love of music and a willingness to sing!

Whether you’ve sung with us before or are thinking about joining for the first time, we’d love to have you. For more information, please email Jennifer Bennett at jbennett@ctkph.org.

Weekly Scripture Reflections

25th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Welcome to our weekly reflections on

the Sunday Scriptures.

Both Paul and Matthew present us with dilemmas. Paul in prison writes to his converts in Philippi, “This jail only serves to make Christ more accurately known, regardless of whether I live or die.”. Read More

Blessing of the Animals

Bring your beloved pets for a blessing.

Please have your pets on a

leash or in a cage.

Sunday, October 4, CTK Large Lawn, 11:45am

or

School Blessing, Thursday, October 1, CTK Large lawn, 2:40pm

Do you enjoy singing? Would you love to share the joy of making music with your children, grandchildren, or other kids in your extended family? The CTK Family Choir is returning for its fifth season, and we’d love to welcome new singers and families!

The Family Choir is open to children of all ages and their families. We sing at the 9:00am Mass on the first and third Sundays of each month, as well as at the Family Mass on Christmas Eve. Our first Sunday back will be September 20, when we’ll sing for the Children’s Liturgy.

We sing fun, accessible music that the whole family can enjoy, and no formal musical training or choir experience is necessary—just a love of music and a willingness to sing!

Whether you’ve sung with us before or are thinking about joining for the first time, we’d love to have you. For more information, please email Jennifer Bennett at jbennett@ctkph.org.

Christ the King Church

199 Brandon Rd, Pleasant Hill CA