The St. Paul Catholic Cathedral Church became a place of profound reverence, reflection, and communal joy as parishioners gathered on Sunday, 23rd November, 2025 to celebrate the Feast of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe. This annual solemnity—one of the most significant in the Catholic liturgical calendar—was preceded by a rich and spiritually immersive three-day preparation from Thursday, 20th November, to Saturday, 22nd November. Under the pastoral leadership of Reverend Fathers James Annor-Ohene, Peter Amisah and Lawrence Acheampong Ayori, parishioners journeyed through deeper theological insights, scriptural meditations, and reflections on Christian discipleship.
The opening evening, led by Rev. Fr. Lawrence, transported the congregation into the historical and ecclesial origins of the feast. With gentle yet authoritative clarity, he recounted how Pope Pius XI instituted the Feast of Christ the King in 1925 and was celebrated on the last Sunday of October, at a time when the world was reeling from the destructive effects of secularism and the aftermath of global conflict. The feast, he explained, served as a bold reminder that true kingship and lasting peace are found not in human power but in Christ, whose divine and human natures are perfectly united in the mystery of the hypostatic union. He illuminated how the later decision by Pope Paul VI in 1969 to move the celebration to the final Sunday of the liturgical year emphasized Christ as the Alpha and the Omega—the Lord of all creation and of all time. Parishioners listened attentively as he urged them to surrender their hearts, minds, bodies, and souls to the gentle kingship of Christ, who alone grants inner peace in a troubled world.
On the second day, Rev. Fr. Peter guided the faithful through a captivating scriptural journey revealing the biblical foundations of Christ’s royal identity. The church grew silent as he opened the scriptures, leading the congregation through prophetic passages such as Jeremiah 23:5–6 and the majestic declarations of Psalm 2:6. He then moved into the New Testament, highlighting the reverence of the Magi in Matthew 2:2 and the victorious image of Christ in Revelation 19:13–16. Through his message, the faithful were invited not only to behold Christ as King but to embody the values of His kingdom—justice, humility, charity, and obedience to God’s will.
The third and final day of teaching returned to Rev. Fr. Lawrence, who posed the deeply reflective question: “How do I enter the Kingdom of Christ?” In response, he described two essential attitudes that must mark the Christian life. First, he emphasized the uncompromising need to submit to the will of God the Father, just as Christ Himself did throughout His earthly ministry. Second, he called for a childlike spirit—one marked by simplicity, openness, and a love that recognizes no barriers of race, tribe, or social class. His message left many parishioners visibly contemplative as they examined their daily conduct through the lens of Christ’s teachings.
The spiritual momentum of the three days culminated beautifully on Sunday. The cathedral grounds blossomed with color as parishioners arrived in their various societal uniforms, creating a vibrant tapestry of unity and devotion. A particularly lively and impressive presence was the Catholic Students Union (CATHSU) of Techiman Senior High School, whose members filled the cathedral with youthful energy and reverence.
The solemn Mass was presided over with great dignity, and V. Rev. Fr James Annor-Ohene, the Cathedral Administrator, delivered the homily marked by both intellectual depth and pastoral warmth. He revisited the origins of the feast and thoughtfully drew together the central lessons shared over the preceding days. As he concluded, he posed a question that resonated deeply through the silent church: “Have you assessed yourself in relation to the Kingdom of God?” It was a call to introspection that left a lingering spiritual echo.
The celebration reached its most sacred moment with the exposition of the Blessed Sacrament. As the monstrance was lifted, a wave of silence fell over the congregation. Kneeling in adoration before Christ the King, the faithful offered prayers of thanksgiving, petitions for strength, and heartfelt devotion in the radiant presence of the Eucharistic Lord.
The Feast of Christ the King at St. Paul Catholic Cathedral stood not merely as an annual observance, but as a profound encounter—one that renewed faith, deepened understanding, and united the community under the gentle and eternal reign of Christ.
