Why the Ascension Matters: Homily for Sunday, May 21, 2023

Why didn’t Jesus just stay here on earth? Wouldn’t it be easier for us if we could consult Jesus in the flesh here on earth? Just why do we celebrate the Ascension? If we were only made for this earth, then Jesus’ remaining here on earth would make sense. But given that we are made for much more, it is right that he shows us the way to glory.

Ascension

Given at Our Lady of Lourdes, University City, Missouri. Readings for Today. Listen to our other homilies.

Ascension
Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay

Why the Ascension Matters

Why didn’t Jesus just stay here on earth? Wouldn’t it be easier for us if we could consult Jesus in the flesh here on earth? Just why do we celebrate the Ascension? If we were only made for this earth, then Jesus’ remaining here on earth would make sense. But given that we are made for much more, it is right that he shows us the way to glory.

About Author


Discover more from The Friar

Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.

Discover more from The Friar

Subscribe now to keep reading and get access to the full archive.

Continue reading