The Risen Lord appears for 40 days to reveal the triumph of God’s love over evil, to set their hearts on fire with his interpretation of the Scriptures, to make himself known in the breaking of the bread, and to breathe the Holy Spirit on the apostles - a spirit of pardon and peace. He gave them his Divine Power to forgive sin. He dispels their doubts, increases their faith, and strengthens them in order to send them out to all the nations.
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The Ascension
The Ascension marks a new era in the Church: Jesus is gone. He tells Mary Magdalene, “Don’t hold on to me.” The time has come for Jesus to take his place at the right hand of the Father and to reign in the Heavenly Kingdom that will have no end. Our Lord does this on our behalf, to intercede for ...
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The Descent of the Holy Spirit
At Pentecost, the law of Divine Love is poured out into the human heart. Love is the most powerful force in the world. Therefore, the Holy Spirit is the most powerful force in the world. Love is not passive but a force that goes on the offensive. Love always triumphs! The light of God’s love shin...
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The Assumption of Mary
Mary can’t assume herself into heaven, she doesn’t have that power. Therefore, the Assumption of Mary, body and soul in Heavenly glory highlights the power of God and Christ’s victory over sin and death for Mary’s soul.The result of sin is death and decay of the body. Mary has no sin and no stain...
