Saturday, August 23, 2025

Christ the King Centennial Music Festival in St Louis, Missouri, Oct. 24-26

This year commemorates the 100th anniversary of the establishment of this feast by Pope Pius XI with his encyclical Quas primas. As the titular feast of the Institute of Christ the King, St Francis de Sales Oratory in St Louis, Missouri, honors this grand feast with its annual Music Festival, bringing musicians from far and wide to sing and play for the King. In collaboration with Oratorio, a non-profit which promotes revitalization of the urban area through music, the church we will host ensembles like the St Louis Symphony Orchestra, Floriani, and more, over the weekend of October 24-26. More information can be found at this website: https://www.oratoriostl.com/

A special Centennial Ball in honor of the 100th anniversary of the feast of Christ the King will be held on on Saturday, October 25, situated within the context of the Christ the King Music Festival, and open to all. This grand celebration will featureslive music, dancing, and refreshments. Please see more details and RSVP via this form link: https://forms.gle/FiNvnk8mD18CDFY16

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