Last Sunday in Ordinary Time ‘C’ Solemnity of Christ the King ‘C’ 2 Sam 5:1-3

While we may only read about kings and emperors in textbooks today, the Feast of Christ the  King is still meaningful. It is not about royalty, crowns, or thrones - it’s about letting Jesus guide  our lives and our hearts every day. To call Christ our King means to let His values shape how  we think, act, and treat others, especially people who are often overlooked or left out. 

This feast challenges us to see the face of Christ in everyone—especially those who may not  seem important to society. Jesus was always reaching out to people on the margins, welcoming  them, loving them, and defending their dignity. We honor Him as King not just by our words, but  by the way we show kindness, compassion, and respect to every single person we meet. 

The readings show us what real leadership looks like. In the First Reading, David became king  not just by title, but because he was chosen to serve and unify God’s people. St. Paul, in the  Second Reading, reminds us that Christ, Son of God, is greater than any earthly power— including all the spiritual forces of the universe. Jesus’ power, however, isn’t shown by  domination, but by self-giving love, humility, and forgiveness. The Gospel reminds us that Jesus  became King not with a crown of gold, but by accepting suffering and offering His life for us. 

Choosing Christ as King means wanting His love and wisdom to guide everything we do. • Invite Jesus to “call the shots” in your life: at home, school, work, and in your  relationships. Ask Him for help to make choices that reflect His goodness and mercy. • Be intentional about looking for Christ in everyone, starting with those you might find  difficult to love. Small gestures: a smile, a listening ear, standing up for someone, can be  acts of honor to Christ our King. 

• Just as Jesus forgave and served others, make it a habit to forgive and reach out with  mercy, not judgment. Who in your life could use your forgiveness or a second chance? • Whether you are a parent, teacher, coach, manager, or friend, use your influence to lift  others up. Lead by example. Parents can teach children about real love and faith by  living it every day, not just talking about it. 

• Grow your connection to Christ through prayer, reading the Bible, and participating in  your faith community. Let Him be part of your big decisions and everyday routines. 

Ultimately, Jesus is a King who loves with no strings attached. He modeled a new  commandment: “Love one another as I have loved you.” We honor Jesus as our King not just by  believing in Him, but by loving others as He loved: selflessly, unconditionally, and with open  arms.

Let’s make this feast more than a tradition. May Christ truly reign in our lives. Let us live out His  love and service, every day and with every person we meet.