Baptism is the initial sacrament into the paschal mystery of Jesus. Through it comes the forgiveness of sins, adoption into God's family, and membership into the body of Christ, the Church. 

Preparation for Baptism

We joyfully welcome children and adults of all ages to be baptized. Parents are required to attend a baptism class, prior to the baptism of your child. Godparents are encouraged to attend. At least one godparent must be a confirmed and practicing Catholic. Baptisms are typically celebrated monthly. To schedule, contact Erin, eoleary@ctkmpls.org, or 612-920-5030, ext. 19.

The Eucharist is the sacrament of thanksgiving to God, which constitutes the principal Catholic Christian liturgical celebration of our participation in communion with the paschal mystery of Jesus. The Eucharist is the true presence of Jesus Christ and is the source and summit of our Catholic worship. Through our participation in the Eucharist, we grow in communion with God and one another.

Preparation for First Eucharist

Children usually prepare for First Eucharist in second grade through our Family Faith Formation program. First Reconciliation is celebrated beforehand. Celebration of First Eucharist normally occurs in May.

In Confirmation, the baptized are sealed with the gifts of the Holy Spirit and sent to live our faith more fully. 

Preparation for Confirmation

Youth typically prepare in 9th grade with the option to prepare anytime during High School. Participants must be baptized and have received First Eucharist. Adults and older teens who have not been confirmed are warmly invited to reach out to explore preparation options.

OCIA is the process of welcoming non-baptized adults or adults baptized in another faith tradition into our Catholic family. We come together in a small group to learn more about our faith. Normally at the Easter Vigil, participants receive all of the Sacraments of Initiation that they have not received already: Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation.
 
We also offer sacramental preparation for children who have not been part of a regular faith formation program but would like to receive the sacraments of initiation. We accompany them as they prepare to receive the sacraments.

Reconciliation is the sacrament of God’s mercy and forgiveness. It invites us to encounter God’s love more deeply and to recognize our need for healing in all our relationships—with God, with our neighbors, and with ourselves. The faithful are encouraged to examine their conscience regularly—even daily—and to pray for forgiveness whenever they become aware of personal sin, especially by praying an Act of Contrition.

Reconciliation is offered on Saturdays from 3:30 - 4 p.m. at the parish where the Saturday Vigil Mass is celebrated that weekend.

• Odd-numbered months (Jan., Mar., May, Jul., Sept., Nov.): Christ the King
• Even-numbered months (Feb., Apr., Jun., Aug., Oct., Dec.): St. Thomas the Apostle
  

Reconciliation is also available by appointment. To schedule, contact Fr. Erich: erutten@ctkmpls.org or call 612-920-5030, ext. 11.

 
Preparation for First Reconciliation

Children prepare for the sacrament of First Reconciliation in the second grade through our Family Faith Formation program.

Anointing of the Sick is a sacrament of healing, offering God’s grace, peace, and strength to those facing serious illness or health difficulties. Through this sacrament, sins are forgiven, and the Holy Spirit brings the gifts of peace and courage to face health difficulties—whether ongoing or upcoming. If it is God’s will, physical healing may also be granted.

When to Request Anointing

There is no need to wait until the end of life to receive this sacrament. It is appropriate whenever someone is seriously ill or preparing for a significant medical procedure. It may also be repeated if the person recovers and later becomes gravely ill again, or if their condition grows worse during the same illness. A careful judgment about the nature of the illness or procedure is sufficient. Please contact the parish office at pastoralcare@ctkmpls.org, or 612-920-5030 if you or a loved one is hospitalized or seriously ill.

The sacrament of marriage is a covenant or partnership of life and commitment. By exchanging one's consent in the presence of God, with the witness of clergy, family and friends, two people enter into the sacrament of marriage. This sacrament is a visible sign to the world of God’s love, and through it a couple receives the grace needed to live out this sign. On their wedding day, a couple promises to be faithful to one another, be open to the gift of children and care for the good of his/her spouse for a lifetime.

Preparation for Marriage

Engaged couples begin the marriage preparation process at least six months before their wedding date. This process aims to help couples understand their marital relationship as a sacrament. At Christ the King, this process involves meeting with the pastor, an engagement retreat, and a sponsor couple.

Holy orders is the sacrament by which men are ordained to be of service to the Church as deacons, priests, and bishops. While all of the baptized are 'ordained' to a life of service and commitment to Jesus Christ, the Church calls upon some of its members to serve the community through ordination. These ordained servants administer sacraments, confer blessings and offer proclamations specifically for the Kingdom of God.