This celebration reminds us the Pentecost of the first Christians was a witnessing of the power of the Spirit for the future

The Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord reminds us that Jesus disappeared from the disciples’ physical sight so that he might become more present to the eyes of their hearts

Rather than closing ranks and opting for exclusivity, the Church’s first leaders imagined a new way forward and enlisted others to help them in their mission

Jesus disappears from the disciples’ physical sight so that he might become more present to the eyes of their hearts.

The invitation for us this Sunday is to reflect on how we understand the Holy Spirit and to open our minds and hearts to the Spirit’s transforming love.

Jesus offered his followers, just as he offers each of us, the possibility of a new and life-changing relationship with God and each other within the communion of the Church.

The Resurrection shows us that there is always reason to hope and that Christ remains with us, journeying with us as we walk our pilgrim path.

We have been re-created for love, for joy, for zeal, and for gratitude. We have been granted the freedom to be truly alive.