AdVent & Christmas

Rejoice!

Advent is a season of anticipation and hope. It is a time to rejoice in Christ's coming, renew our hearts, return to prayer, and prepare for the celebration of Christmas. Throughout Advent, Christ the King offers opportunities for prayer, formation, fellowship, and service for every age and stage of life.

To love and serve Christ our King.

Following Christ by taking up our cross as disciples.

Explore Current Opportunities

Christ the King (CTK) is part of a parish cluster sharing ministries, community life, and worship with St. Thomas the Apostle (STA). Both parishes offer a variety of opportunities for adults to continue learning and growing in faith and everyone is welcome to any group they would like to take part.



Inspired by Archbishop Hebda's pastoral letter You Will Be My Witnesses and supported by research on vibrant parish life, small groups are an increasingly important part of our community. Some groups have been meeting for years, while others are newly forming. All share a common purpose: to build community, support one another, and grow in faith together.

“Small groups continue to be an excellent vehicle for the provision of Christ-centered care, with heart speaking to heart.” - Archbishop Hebda, You Will Be My Witnesses

Sunday Gospel Group (CTK)

Reflect on the Sunday Gospel and explore how it speaks to daily life in a supportive, faith-filled setting.


Leader: Jeannie Weber

Time: Sunday at 10:15 a.m. (3rd Sunday of the month)


Men's Spirituality Group (CTK)

A space for men to deepen their relationship with Christ through prayer, conversation, and mutual support. Together, participants explore how to live out their faith in family, work, and community life.


Leader: Denis Houle

Time: Sunday at 10:15 a.m. (4th Sunday of the month)


C.O.F.F.E.E. Clutch (CTK)

Christ Offers Forgiveness for Everyone, Everywhere

Gathering to read and reflect on the Sunday Gospel and grow in understanding of God’s Word and how it speaks to everyday life. All are welcome.


Leader: Janell McBeian

Time: Wednesday at 10 a.m. (monthly)


Scripture Study: Forgiveness (CTK)

Study Scripture together and grow in understanding of God’s Word and its meaning for daily life. The next study on Forgiveness, begins on Sept. 23.


Leader: D'Ann Brosnahan

Time: Wednesday at 10:15 a.m. (3rd Wednesday of the month) - Next Study Begins: Sept. 23


JustFaith - Social Justice Team (CTK + STA)

Addressing poverty through Catholic Social Teaching.


Time: Wednesday at 6 p.m. (as scheduled)

Location: St. Thomas the Apostle


Contemplation & Action Group (CTK)

Bringing together prayer and reflection with a focus on living out your faith in daily life. Participants discern how God is calling them to serve in the world.


Leader: Leon Rotering

Time: Friday at 10 a.m. (2nd and 4th Friday of the month)


Synod Small Groups

In-home groups gather regularly for prayer, reflection on the Sunday Gospels, and other spiritual reading. These small communities foster deeper relationships and ongoing spiritual growth.


  • Staruch's & Gabriels'
  • Caskey's
  • Mitchell's

Get Involved

We welcome new members to many of our current groups. We are always open to forming new small groups and welcoming new facilitators. Both parishes are actively working to expand opportunities—especially for parents and young adults.


Interested in joining or leading a group? We’d love to hear from you.

Contact Erin, eoleary@ctkmpls.org, or 612-920-5030, ext. 19.


SEASONAL Opportunities

Throughout the year—especially during Advent and Lent—we offer additional opportunities for prayer, learning, and community.