The Enthronement and participation of the faithful in the kingly mission of Christ

Abstract

The idea of “enthronement”understood as a recognition of the kingship of Jesus Christ and a decision to putoneself under his protectionis presentin theScriptureand has been affirmed bythe tradition of the Church andthe establishment of the liturgical feast of Christ the King. In practice, “enthronement”means living a life according to the teachings of Jesus Christ and obedience to the teachings of the Church. By virtue of belonging to Jesus the King and Lord, the faithfulalso take partin his royal office and therebyare required to fulfillhisroyal mission in their lives(alongwith the prophetic and priestly mission). This missionis mainly carried outthroughthe Christian lifestyle, by helping those in need,being obedient infaith and cooperatingwith the Church hierarchy. The recognition of Jesusasthe King shouldalsoresult in the transformation of earthly realities, whichis done throughcourageous and wiseengagementof the faithful in public life, especially in politics, economy and culture.