Capital Campaign
Sep
8
to Jan 1

Capital Campaign

 

Find all information on the Capital Campaign webpage

Campaign Objectives

This $21 million campaign will build upon the strong legacy of the Christ the King community, so it can continue meeting the needs of parishioners and students for many generations to come.

The campaign objectives will elevate our facilities to better align with the dignity and excellence of the spiritual care and formation we provide. Objectives include:

  • New Academic Building

  • Parish Center Renovations

  • New Church Offices and Courtyard

  • Rectory Renovations

A Note from Father Tony

At Christ the King, we are blessed with an active and growing community of faith. To ensure that we remain a vibrant parish for future generations, we are excited about the Living Faith, Igniting Hearts, Inspiring Minds campaign and what is offers our community. Christ the King Catholic School gains new learning spaces with state-of-the-art technology to develop the minds, hearts, and souls of our students. Remodeling the Parish Center provides flexible space for fellowship and experiencing the love of Christ through our ministries, and the new chapel offers parishioners a sacred space for prayer, reflection, and communion with God. These are just a few examples of how the campaign strengthens our relationship with God, both individually and as a community.

Thank you for your support and commitment to the future of Christ the King. May the Holy Spirit guide us on this journey of faith, generosity, and community.

- Very Rev. Anthony F. Lackland, V.F.

Pastor, Christ the King Parish

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That Man is You
Sep
10
to May 13

That Man is You

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That Man Is You! is a Catholic men's leadership program that combines scripture, church teaching, and secular research to address the pressures facing men in our modern culture. This is a group that seeks to transform their homes and society one man at a time.

  • Meetings are Tuesdays from 6:00 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. in the Parish Center.

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Jubilee Year of Hope
Jan
1
to Jan 6

Jubilee Year of Hope

Let us pray for the Church and all the faithful

who will make a pilgrimage to the Holy Doors.

Father in heaven, may the faith you have given us in your son,

Jesus Christ, our brother, and the flame of charity enkindled in

our hearts by the Holy Spirit, reawaken in us the blessed hope

for the coming of your Kingdom.

May your grace transform us into tireless cultivators of the seeds

of the Gospel. May those seeds transform from within both humanity and the whole cosmos in the sure expectation of

a new heaven and a new earth, when, with the powers of Evil vanquished, your glory will shine eternally.

May the grace of the Jubilee reawaken in us, Pilgrims of Hope,

a yearning for the treasures of heaven. May that same grace

spread the joy and peace of our Redeemer throughout the earth.

To you our God, eternally blessed, be glory and praise for ever.

Amen.

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DCYC!
Jan
10
to Feb 16

DCYC!

“Calling all High Schoolers! Join our high school youth group for the Dallas Catholic Youth Conference in Frisco, TX from February 14-16. For more information, check out the links below.”

https://dcycdallas.com/

Registration: https://permission.click/DvYL9/int

Dates: Friday, February 14 to Sunday, February 16, 2025

Event Location: Frisco Convention Center: 7600 John Q Hammons Dr, Frisco, TX 75034 (Staying at the Embassy Suites)

Who: Teens in Grades 9-12 and their adult chaperones/leaders. 

Friday Departure Location, Time, & Travel Info: 

Please arrive at the Youth Center at Christ the King (6050 Weldon Howell) no later than 4:30pm. We will depart for the Frisco Convention Center at 5:30pm.

Sunday Return Location, Time, & Travel Info: 

With notice in advance, you may pick up your teen after the 10am group Mass. Otherwise, please pick them up from the Youth Center at 1:15pm on Sunday, 2/16.

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SVdP Giving Sunday
Feb
2
2:00 PM14:00

SVdP Giving Sunday

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Giving Sunday

Christ the King SVdP hosts “Giving Sunday” the first Sunday of most months to benefit the SVdP Thrift Store. The next Giving Sunday will be on Feb 2n, from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. The SVdP Truck will be parked in the church parking lot adjacent to the school playground. You can also donate items directly to the SVdP Thrift Store at 3052 W. Northwest Highway.

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Concert Series - Rejoice in the Lamb
Feb
2
4:00 PM16:00

Concert Series - Rejoice in the Lamb

Celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Juget-Sinclair Pipe Organ

Join us for an afternoon of music as we celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Juget-Sinclair pipe organ at Christ the King Catholic Church in Dallas. This special event will take place on Sunday, February 2nd, at 4:00 PM, featuring a program that showcases the range and versatility of our 73-rank organ.

The program will include works for organ, brass, choir, and percussion, featuring pieces by Britten, Phillips, Vierne, Thompson, Wilberg, and more. One of the highlights will be Britten's Rejoice in the Lamb, a choral work based on the poetry of Christopher Smart. This piece combines playful and reflective expressions of faith, highlighting the collaboration between choir and organ.

Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the artistry of the Juget-Sinclair pipe organ in a celebration of music and community. Admission is free, and all are welcome.


Christ the King Catholic Church
8017 Preston Rd, Dallas, TX 75225
Sunday, February 2, 2025
4:00 PM

We look forward to seeing you!

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Grief Support Ministry
Feb
4
11:00 AM11:00

Grief Support Ministry

When we express grief for our loved one, we are expressing gratitude for him or her. If you have lost a loved one in death, please join us as we reflect on the expression of gratitude as we adjust to life amidst loss. The Grief Support Group will meet Tuesday, February 4, from 11:00am - 12:00 noon in the Community Center. For questions, please call Linda Moses,

972-816-4929 or contact Linda.moses30@gmail.com.

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Altar Society - Spring Program
Feb
25
10:00 AM10:00

Altar Society - Spring Program

Amy Bowers is a wife, mom, Certified Health Coach, parishioner at Christ the King Church, and member of the Altar Society and graduated from The Institute for Integrative Nutrition in 2014 and has extensive knowledge about nutrition and health coaching.

Amy will educate you about inflammatory foods and coach you to replace them with anti-inflammatory foods that nourish your mind and body. She advocates that the food you eat can be medicinal and help you heal from the inside out.

Amy believes that although nutrition is extremely important, it is only one component of your overall health and that each person is unique with specific, individual health and nutritional needs. Amy will help you find balance and plan what works for YOU to live a healthy lifestyle!

Reservations available at: www.ctkaltarsociety.org

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CKS Gala
Mar
22
6:30 PM18:30

CKS Gala

Start Spreading the News

Christ the King School Gala

Saturday, the twenty second of March

two thousand and twenty five

half past six in the evening

WHO WAS YOUR FAVORITE TEACHER?

THEY WERE PROBABLY SUPERHUMAN

BUT EVEN SUPERHEROES NEED A LITTLE HELP SOMETIMES.

Christ the King School is raising money for our teachers at this year's school auction.

Would you be willing to donate any experiences, goods, or services to our cause?

No gift is too small! AND it's a great way to feature your business to a a community who loves to spend money! All business names and logos will be visible next to donations during the event night, and also on our online auction store.

Every single dollar will be donated to the teachers of CKS!

Reach out to Elizabeth Midgett if you prefer to chat live!

(214) 906-9435 or elizabethmidgett@gmail.com

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CKS Altar Society Bingo
Mar
25
11:30 AM11:30

CKS Altar Society Bingo

Tuesday, March 25
11:30 A.M.

Brook Hollow Golf Club

8301 Harry Hines Boulevard, Dallas 75235

Are you ready to Jazz it Up?

Join us for BINGO ON THE BAYOU ~ our annual Spring Bingo & Luncheon! This traditional Altar Society event is a fun community builder and wonderful fund raiser. Our beneficiaries this year are Our Lady of Perpetual Help School and Christ the King Church.

OLPH is a historic Catholic school located in the Love Field area of Dallas, serving the community for over 75 years. With an enrollment of 150 students, our mission is to offer a high-quality Catholic education in a safe, nurturing environment. As we serve an under-resourced community in an economically challenged area, many of our families make significant sacrifices to provide their children with a Catholic education. However, there is an ongoing need for tuition assistance to help bridge the financial gap and ensure that all students have access to this opportunity. We will also support adding beautification to our exquisite altar at the Church.

See you on the 25th of March and "Laissez les bons temps rouler"!



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Campus Closures
Jan
9
to Jan 10

Campus Closures

There will be Mass on Thursday and Friday mornings regardless of the weather, but parishioners should use extra caution in deciding whether to attend. The parish office and Community Center will be closed on Thursday and Friday.

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Advent Wreath Signup
Dec
25
10:30 AM10:30

Advent Wreath Signup

Sign up your family to light the Advent wreath on Sunday! One person will read a short passage while the other member(s) of your group light the candle(s). Your group will also bring the gifts following the offering. During the Prayers of the Faithful, you will meet an usher at the rear of the church for preparation. Questions? Contact Mary Smith at smithfamily.dallas@sbcglobal.net  or sign up at www.ctkaltarsociety.org/advent.cfm

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The Blessing of the Bambinelli
Dec
22
4:30 PM16:30

The Blessing of the Bambinelli

Join us on December 22nd at Christ the King for the Blessing of the Bambinelli (baby Jesus). Bring you baby Jesus from your nativity set for a blessing! Then we will light the Christmas Lights around CTK’s campus following by Christmas Carols led by Father Tony in the Parish Center! You won’t want to miss it!

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A Night of Reconciliation
Dec
18
6:00 PM18:00

A Night of Reconciliation

Join us at Christ the King on Dec 18th for Come Home for Christmas: A Night of Reconciliation as we participate with the Dallas Diocese in a special evening of penance. Reconciliation will from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, offering a time for reflection and spiritual renewal this Advent season. Come experience the grace of forgiveness and prepare your heart for the joy of Christmas

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Handel's Messiah
Dec
15
4:00 PM16:00

Handel's Messiah

You are cordially invited to an inspiring performance of Part 1 of Handel's Messiah, a cherished masterpiece of the season.

Event Details:

  • Date: Sunday, December 15th

  • Time: 4:00 PM

  • Location: Christ the King Catholic Church

  • Address: 8017 Preston Rd, Dallas, TX

Join us for an afternoon of extraordinary music and reflection as we celebrate the season with the Christ the King Singers and Orchestra.   Admission is free, and seating will be on a first-come, first-served basis.

We look forward to welcoming you to this special event.

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Oct
15
7:15 PM19:15

The Moral Beauty of Christian Marriage

“As the family goes, so goes the nation, and so goes the whole world in which we live.” Pope John Paul II

The foundation of a strong Christian family is a strong Christian marriage. As our society’s value of marriage declines and it’s definition of marriage expands, the parameters of a Christian marriage and its contribution to our holiness and wellbeing have not been diluted.

All adults of the parish are welcome to join Michael “Gomer” Gormley on October 15, from 7:15-8:15pm in the Church following Oratio for a presentation on the Moral Beauty of Christian marriage. You do not need to be married to attend; this presentation will be excellent formation for those single, those in relationships, and even those recovering from broken relationships.

Michael has been leading evangelization and ministry efforts for the past 17 years, both as a full-time parish staff member and as a speaker and consultant for parishes, dioceses, and Catholic campus ministries. He has his Undergraduate Degrees in both Philosophy and Theology and a Masters in Theology and Christian Ministry, from the Franciscan University of Steubenville.

He currently serves as the Mission Evangelist for Paradisus Dei, a ministry dedicated to helping men, couples, and families discover the superabundance of God. Michael is also the founder and creative director of LayEvangelist.com, the co-host to two successful Catholic podcasts: Catching Foxes and Every Knee Shall Bow. He is married to his college sweetheart, Shannon, and they have 4 amazing children and get 3 hours of sleep a night, which is fine by him.

See below for the full “Gomer-a-thon” schedule.

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3 Crucial Dating & Relating Conversations to Have with Your Teen
Oct
15
5:00 PM17:00

3 Crucial Dating & Relating Conversations to Have with Your Teen

It’s not easy raising teens in an environment so very different from the one in which many of us grew up. When it comes to preparing your children for romantic relationships, there’s an entirely different set of norms (or perhaps, a lack there of) surrounding dating culture and a lapse in the application of Christian values to dating. When it comes to managing screen time, there’s an omnipresence of harmful technology that’s been linked to addiction, pornography exposure, and online bullying. And when it comes to tough topics, often shame when we make mistakes and a desire not to have conflict lead us to stay quiet rather than engage in dialogue.

There are some conversations that you, as parents, need to have with your children. And it’s never too late, even if you think the ship has sailed. Let your Church help.

Michael “Gomer” Gormley will be joining our parish on October 15 for a “Gomer-a-thon” of several presentations (see below), one including “3 Crucial Dating & Relating Conversations to Have with Your Teen”, held at 5-6pm in the Parish Center. The talk is for teens (grades 7-12) to attend together with at least one parent. The talk will prepare your family up to have these 3 conversations when you return home by offering some areas of consideration based on then plan of holiness God has for your family.

Michael has been leading evangelization and ministry efforts for the past 17 years, both as a full-time parish staff member and as a speaker and consultant for parishes, dioceses, and Catholic campus ministries. He has his Undergraduate Degrees in both Philosophy and Theology and a Masters in Theology and Christian Ministry, from the Franciscan University of Steubenville.

He currently serves as the Mission Evangelist for Paradisus Dei, a ministry dedicated to helping men, couples, and families discover the superabundance of God. Michael is also the founder and creative director of LayEvangelist.com, the co-host to two successful Catholic podcasts: Catching Foxes and Every Knee Shall Bow. He is married to his college sweetheart, Shannon, and they have 4 amazing children and get 3 hours of sleep a night, which is fine by him.

This presentation will be an incredible resource to prepare your children for love; protect them against harmful realities such as screen addiction, pornography, and bullying; and deepen their relationship with a merciful God. You do not want to miss this.

Please RSVP your family by the end of the day on October 11.  

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Church Tour
Sep
22
4:15 PM16:15

Church Tour

The families of CTK are invited to join a 30-minute kid-friendly church tour of our beautiful Christ the King church building on Sunday, September 22 from 4:15-4:45pm.

Christ the King is known for having a strikingly beautiful worship space. Every statue, every window, every architectural detail was intentionally designed to aid our worship and to glorify God.

Mrs. Laura Lynch, who serves in several roles including our parish’s Safe Environment Coordinator, school substitute, and Faith Formation catechist, will be providing a church tour in which she highlights some of the key elements of the worship space, explaining its significance. This church tour will open your eyes to things you’ve never noticed before and your experience of Mass will forever be different.

There is no RSVP, please just come to the church.

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Learn More about the Campaign
Sep
19
6:00 PM18:00

Learn More about the Campaign

Our pastor, Father Tony Lackland, would like to personally invite you to join him to learn more about the Christ the King Parish capital campaign and how you can help.

Thursday, September 19th at 6:00 p.m.

Christ the King Community Center Gym

PLEASE RSVP TO CAMPAIGN@CTKDALLAS.ORG

BY THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

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Faith Formation Family Kick Off
Sep
15
5:00 PM17:00

Faith Formation Family Kick Off






Attention Faith Formation Families!

We're inviting your whole crew to join us for our “¡Viva Cristo Rey!” Faith Formation Family Kick Off. The first night of Faith Formation and Youth Ministry will be dedicated to this community event which is designed to start our Faith Formation year on a high note. Come for food, music, games & inflatables, crafts, and more! All students are to attend and to come with at least one parent (our parish staff and volunteers will not be responsible for supervision).

The event is 5-7:30pm on September 15, and is a full-campus take over. Registered Faith Formation participants, their parents, and their siblings are all invited. Please RSVP here before September 6 for the food count. 

Note: If you are not a registered Faith Formation participant, let us help you out with that! Visit our Faith Formation webpage or contact Katie Aguilar: kaguilar@ctkdallas.org, 214-365-1209. https://www.ctkdallas.org/youth

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Youth Family of Faith- Safe Environment Training for 7th-12th Graders
Sep
7
10:00 AM10:00

Youth Family of Faith- Safe Environment Training for 7th-12th Graders

The Youth Family of Faith Training was developed by CTK Staff. It is noted by the diocesan Safe Environment office as an excellent option for the required "safe touching" program, as it integrates abuse prevention content with the Code of Conduct. 

In order to be eligible to volunteer for programs offered by the Faith Formation Team at CTK, 7th-12th graders must:

1. Attend a Youth Family of Faith Training (only required once, unless there is a particular reason youth is asked to re-train)
2. Sign the Code of Conduct, offered electronically (required every year)
3. Attend any role-specific training offered by the program coordinator

The next training is September 7, from 10am - 12pm in the Youth Room.

Register for the September 7 YFOF Training Here: https://ctk8017.breezechms.com/form/yfof9724

Please click this link for this year's Code of Conduct: https://permission.click/a4eJ5/int

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Electrical Work
Jun
15
to Jun 20

Electrical Work

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Due to electrical work being done in the church this coming Monday and Tuesday, June 17 & 18, it is possible there will be no lights in the church for morning Mass on either or both of those days. Though we will have lanterns on the altar, the nave could be quite dark. Please exercise extreme caution. We are sorry for the inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.

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VBS - FAST
Jun
10
to Jun 13

VBS - FAST

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It’s the week you don’t want to miss: Join Christ the King for Vacation Bible School & CTK FAST on June 10-June 13!

VBS: Runs from 9am-12pm. Contact is Maureen Corn.

Registration for VBS: https://vbspro.events/p/events/christtheking2024

FAST: Drop off at 8:45am, Pick Up at 12:15pm (Please drop off and pick up VBS children first). Contact is Charlotte Dooley.

Registration for FAST: https://vbspro.events/p/events/ctkfast2024

What is Vacation Bible School? Take kids deep into an amazing undersea adventure where they’ll experience the ever-flowing, never-ending love of God. At Scuba VBS, kids will be immersed in the Word and discover what living water is really all about! The children have an opportunity to experience the joy of community among their peers while exploring their faith through song and dance, indoor and outdoor activities, and of course, a little snack.

What is FAST? FAST stands for Faith and Service Tour. Each day we start off with a Bible/Catholic Tradition Sound Bite and then go on a different community service field trip via school bus service. Some of the agencies we will visit: St. Joseph's Residence, St. Vincent de Paul, Catholic Charities, Brother Bill's and North Texas Food Bank where we will do a service project.

Please note that we’ve made some changes to the program ages. VBS is open for Pre-K 3 through 4th Grade and CTK FAST is open for 5th through 8th Grade.

Adult & High School volunteers are needed to assist both programs and truly make it “the week you don’t want to miss”. 

Volunteer Requirements

Adult Volunteers:

Adult Volunteers must be 18 or older to serve. Doing so guarantees their children will have a spot in the programs. (Grandparents are welcome to volunteer, as well!) All adult volunteers must complete the Safe Environment requirements of the parish. After you register, you will be contacted if you have items to complete to be cleared. Please be diligent in completing your items as quickly as possible.

Youth Volunteers:

High School youth volunteers must have completed the Youth Family of Faith training. There is a training session scheduled for May 11 from 10am-12pm in the Youth Room. To register for the training or to check whether or not you need to complete the training, please contact cdooley@ctkdallas.org.

All VBS Volunteers:

All VBS & CTK FAST adult & High School Volunteers are asked to attend an orientation on June 9th following the 12:30pm Mass, in the Community Center. At this time, you will receive more specific instruction on your volunteer role, the schedule for the week, and pick up your t-shirts.

Notes for Younger Children:

·      If child's birthday is after December 31, 2019, (Potty trained 3 year olds through 4 and 5 months) they have to have a parent volunteer on campus everyday.

·      If child's birthday is before December 31, 2019, they can be involved without a parent on campus.

·      The nursery is open to the children of volunteers ONLY.

·      The nursery is for children 1 year old+.

·      If child is not potty-trained, they must be in the nursery.

·      Children younger than 1 year old can be “baby worn” with parents, if parent feels capable of fulfilling volunteer responsibilities while doing so.

Notes on Registration

Costs:

·      VBS: $60

·      FAST: $60

·      Additional T-Shirt: $10

·      Non-Parishioner: $80

You will receive a link to “Vanco” which enables you to pay online after you register for VBS or FAST. If you have not paid as of a week before VBS & FAST, your spot will be given to someone on the waiting list.

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Passing of Deacon Kelly
Jun
4
to Jun 30

Passing of Deacon Kelly

Dear Christ the King Family,

 

It is with heavy heart that I inform you of the death of Deacon John Paul Kelly, who passed away earlier this week while on vacation with his wife, Janet, in Portugal. Deacon Kelly was ordained to the permanent diaconate in 1992 by Bishop Grahmann, and served faithfully at Christ the King for many years.

 

Funeral arrangements are pending and will be announced.

 

Please keep Deacon Kelly, his wife Janet, their children Shannon and Keegan and family in your prayers.

 

Eternal rest grant unto Deacon John Paul Kelly, O Lord, and may the perpetual light shine upon him.  May he and all the faithful departed rest in peace.  Amen.

 

In Christ

Father Tony

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Power Outage - Weekend Masses
Jun
1
to Jun 2

Power Outage - Weekend Masses

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Our church campus remains without power, and Oncor has notified us that we are unlikely to have power through the weekend. However, ALL scheduled Masses and Confession will be held as usual. Please plan for less light and warmer temperatures inside the building. Also, the organ recital scheduled for Sunday evening at 6:00 p.m. is CANCELED.

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Sacred Music Concert
Apr
14
4:30 PM16:30

Sacred Music Concert

Lafayette Musicians Sacred Music Concert : HAYDN CREATION

Introduced by Bishop Kelly

Sunday, April 14th - 4:30pm - Christ the King Church

1h30 concert dealing with the Genesis 2 first chapters, about how God created Earth, Nature and Man.

Concert played by 70 musicians and the Cistercian boy's choir

Tickets available on www.lafayettemusicians.org / Family concert. Free admissions for children

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