Let’s examine some of the themes we find in the Mass readings for the Ascension of the Lord.
1st Reading – Acts of the Apostles 1:1-11
Jesus speaks to the apostles after his resurrection and instructs them to wait for the Holy Spirit.
The Lord ascends into the sky, and two men dressed in white garments tell the disciples that Jesus has been taken up into heaven.
Psalm – 47:2-3,6-9
“God mounts his throne to shouts of joy; a blare of trumpets for the Lord.”
God reigns over all the nations as the people sing joyful praise.
2nd Reading – Ephesians 1:17-23
We are enlightened by the surpassing power of Christ.
All authority has been given to the Lord, who is head over all the church.
2nd Reading – Hebrews 9:24-28,10:19-23
Christ offered his life once for all to take away sin.
Our trust in the Lord empowers us to hope and hold fast to our confession of faith.
Gospel – Luke 24:46-53
Speaking to the disciples, Jesus affirms how it was written that the Christ would suffer and rise from the dead.
The Lord blesses the disciples and is taken up into heaven.
Mass Readings – The Ascension of the Lord (#58)
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Longing for peace in our lives, we call upon the Holy Spirit to receive Christ’s promise of a peace unlike anything we can find in this world.
Mass Readings – 6th Sunday of Easter (#57)
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Paul is directed by the Holy Spirit to proclaim the Gospel in Macedonia.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 5th Week of Easter (#290)
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The Apostles communicate their decision to the Gentile communities regarding the essential requirements for living the Christian faith.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 5th Week of Easter (#289)
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As the Apostles gather and discuss, they determine that we are saved through the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ…Jew and Gentile alike.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 5th Week of Easter (#288)
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St. Rita of Cascia, pray for us!
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As the Gentiles embrace the Good News of Christ, a debate emerges among the disciples: do you have to be Jewish to believe in Jesus?
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 5th Week of Easter (#287)
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St. Christopher Magallanes & Companions, pray for us!
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Paul and Barnabas endure persecution as they proclaim the Gospel, reminding the disciples that, “it is necessary for us to undergo many hardships to enter the kingdom of God.”
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 5th Week of Easter (#286)
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While preaching the Good News, Paul heals a crippled man and finds himself mistaken for a pagan god.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 5th Week of Easter (#285)
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Here are some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 6th Sunday of Easter.
1st Reading – Acts of the Apostles 15:1-2,22-29
The question arises if a person has to strictly follow Jewish law in order to follow Jesus and be saved.
The apostles and elders gather in Jerusalem and determine that the Gospel can be preached to all people.
Psalm – 67:2-3,5-6,8
“O God, let all the nations praise you!”
All people rejoice among the nations for the salvation that comes from God.
2nd Reading – Revelation 21:10-14,22-23
The heavenly city of Jerusalem is seen in all its gleaming splendor.
The city has no need of sun or moon, for the Lamb of God is the lamp that gives it light.
Gospel – John 14:23-29
Jesus asks the Father to send the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, to teach and remind the disciples.
The Lord then gives his disciples peace that cannot be found in the world, so that they are not troubled or afraid.
Mass Readings – 6th Sunday of Easter (#57)
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Guided by the Lord’s initiative and example, we carry out Christ’s commandment to love one another and measure our discipleship accordingly.
Mass Readings – 5th Sunday of Easter (#54)
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Three Great Things 