Ordinary Time
23rd November 2025
The Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe
Introduction
At the climax of the year we acclaim Christ the King, whose throne is the Cross and whose reign is peace. He is the image of the invisible God, through whom all things are reconciled. With the good thief we beg, “Remember me,” and we hear the King’s royal promise of Paradise.
Liturgy of the Word
| First Reading |
2 Samuel 5:1–3 |
| David is anointed king over Israel to shepherd God’s people. |
| Responsorial Psalm |
Psalm 122 |
| “Let us go rejoicing to the house of the Lord.” |
| Second Reading |
Colossians 1:12–20 |
| Christ is firstborn of creation and head of the Church; all things hold together in Him. |
| Gospel Reading |
Luke 23:35–43 |
| Jesus reigns from the Cross and opens Paradise to the repentant thief. |
Prayers of the Faithful
- 1. For the Church: that, united under Christ our Head, we may bear His peace to the world. We pray to the Lord.
- 2. For civil leaders and all in authority: that they govern with justice, integrity, and care for the common good. We pray to the Lord.
- 3. For the poor, the despised, and the imprisoned: that they may know the nearness of the Crucified King. We pray to the Lord.
- 4. For the conversion of hearts: that sinners may hear Christ’s word, “You will be with me in Paradise.” We pray to the Lord.
- 5. For our community: that our worship today lead us to serve Christ our King in the least of His brothers and sisters. We pray to the Lord.
Suggested Hymns
All hymns are from the Philip Neri Hymnal.
| Entrance Hymn |
35 |
Hail Redeemer |
| Offetory Hymn |
140 |
Lord accept the gifts |
| Communion Hymn |
363 |
Let all mortal flesh |
| Final Hymn |
287 |
Give me Joy in my heart |
