In fact, Jesus’s Ascension into heaven concluded his work on earth “about our redemption that he began on Good Friday” (Catechism of the Catholic Church no 662.).

VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis proclaimed “we are never alone” and that Jesus is our defender, as he reflected on the Ascension during his Wednesday general audience.

She's showing the rosaries she crafts with embroidery, before the vespers of the Ascension Solemnity on May 8, organized by the parish. “I come here every year,” she told CNA.

The story of Jesus’ ascension is described in two places in the Bible — Luke and Acts. These books were very likely written by the same author; Luke is part 1 and Acts is part 2.

On May 9, Christians celebrate the Ascension, symbolizing Jesus' ascent to God. Le Monde explores the history and symbolism of one of Christianity's most important feasts.

Ascension Day 2019 on Thursday, May 30 is the colloquial name for the Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord or The Feast of the Ascension of Jesus Christ.

Vatican City, Apr 17, 2013 / 04:56 am. Pope Francis proclaimed "we are never alone" and that Jesus is our defender, as he reflected on the Ascension during his Wednesday general audience.