On the solemnity of the Ascension, a Franciscan meditation highlights that Jesus' ascent to heaven is not an abandonment but a permanent divine presence. The text, published on the blog Gotas de Paz, invites the faithful to recognize God's initiative and the joy that surpasses the pains of battle.
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On the solemnity of the Ascension, the Gospel of Matthew (28:16-20) presents the meeting of the eleven disciples with the risen Jesus in Galilee, where they receive the command to make disciples of all nations, baptizing and teaching. The text highlights the doubt of some, the universal authority of Christ, and the promise of his continuous presence.