The Ascension

Forty days after Jesus' Resurrection is a special day called The Ascension where Jesus makes his entry into Heaven. Here is a brief summary from the Gospel of Luke: 

"Forty days after His resurrection, Jesus brings His earthly ministry to a close by appearing to His disciples at the Mount of Olives. During this appearance he gives his final instructions to his disciples. After speaking, Jesus is taken up by a cloud into heaven. Two angels are present at the Ascension and speak with the disciples, telling them Jesus will return the same way he left."

The Ascension is a meaningful celebration for us because it tells us about Jesus and His entry into heaven. Ten days after the Ascension is Pentecost which marks the coming of the Holy Spirit and the beginning of the church!