Here we are, some 6 weeks, but more especially 40 days after Easter.
Our Lord has walked among us all this time, but today the unexpected
happens. As the ancient Creed tells us, He ascends into heaven to sit
on the right hand of God the Father. Are these only dry words written
on fading parchments or do they have meaning in our lives today? The
texts tell us that it was this day that Jesus ended His earthly
ministry and left this world. For me, the Ascension is a Glorious
Mystery. 
I know perfectly well that Jesus did not go into orbit around the
planet, shoot into interstellar space or go behind some cloud to peek
around the corner. I understand He Ascended into Heaven, wherever and
whatever that may be, I do know
that from there He continues His ministry of reconciling the world to
His Father. I know that He will come again someday, but far more
importantly I know that from the Throne in glory He enables me to begin
bringing the Kingdom into this world, every day.
Almighty God, Whose blessed Son our Savior Jesus Christ ascended far above all heavens that He might fill all things: Mercifully give us faith to perceive that, according to His promise, He abides with His Church on earth, even to the end of the ages; through Jesus Christ our Lord, Who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.
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