About Christ the King
Christ the King is a Catholic parish located at 5711 Southwest Ninth St., Des Moines, IA, 50315. The Christ the King parish office answers at +15152852888.
Where is Christ the King located?
Christ the King is located at 5711 Southwest Ninth St., Des Moines, IA, 50315. The building sits at coordinates 41.54537, -93.61918, placing it in Des Moines, IA 50315.
Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.
The neighborhood around Christ the King
The ZIP code 50315 area around Christ the King is home to 36,355 residents with a median household income of $58,441 and a median age of 37.0 years, according to the US Census Bureau's 2022 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.
US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 five-year estimates.
What to expect at a service at Christ the King
Roman Catholic parishes follow a structured liturgy called the Mass, celebrated worldwide in the same order.
- Mass lasts about an hour and includes Scripture readings, a homily, hymns, and Holy Communion.
- Visitors are welcome. Only baptized Catholics in good standing receive Communion; others come forward with arms crossed for a blessing.
- Dress is modest but not formal — business casual is typical for Sunday Mass.
Generalized notes for first-time visitors. Individual parishes vary — when in doubt, ask a greeter at the door.
Questions and answers about Christ the King
- What denomination is Christ the King?
- This parish is part of the Catholic tradition.
- Where is Christ the King located?
- The parish is located at 5711 Southwest Ninth St., Des Moines, IA, 50315.
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