The Christian year
When is Christ the King Sunday?
In 2026, Christ the King falls on Sunday, November 22, 2026. In 2027 it is on Sunday, November 21, 2027.
Christ the King dates, 2026 to 2035
| Year | Date |
|---|---|
| 2026 | Sunday, November 22, 2026 |
| 2027 | Sunday, November 21, 2027 |
| 2028 | Sunday, November 26, 2028 |
| 2029 | Sunday, November 25, 2029 |
| 2030 | Sunday, November 24, 2030 |
| 2031 | Sunday, November 23, 2031 |
| 2032 | Sunday, November 21, 2032 |
| 2033 | Sunday, November 20, 2033 |
| 2034 | Sunday, November 26, 2034 |
| 2035 | Sunday, November 25, 2035 |
What is Christ the King?
Christ the King Sunday, the last Sunday of the Christian year, proclaims Jesus as King of kings and Lord of lords, reigning over all. Before the year begins again with Advent's waiting, the church lifts its eyes to the end of the story, when every knee shall bow to Christ.
In the Word
And he hath on his vesture and on his thigh a name written, KING OF KINGS, AND LORD OF LORDS.Revelation 19:16 (KJV)
How it is observed
It is the final Sunday before Advent, celebrating the reign of Christ over all things.
Observed on the Sunday before Advent in many traditions.
Keep the day with The Living Bread
Read the Scripture, pray, and gather the family of God as Christ the King draws near. The Living Bread is a free, ad-free home for prayer, the Word, and Christian community.
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