The Feast of the Ascension of Jesus Christ[1] (also called the Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord, Ascension Day, Ascension Thursday, or sometimes Holy Thursday) [2][3] commemorates the Christian belief of the bodily Ascension of Jesus into Heaven.

May 3, 2024 · The Christian holiday of Ascension Day, also known as the Feast of the Ascension, celebrates the Ascension of Jesus into Heaven. Discover the biblical meaning and traditions of the Christian holiday.

We commemorate Jesus Christ’s ascension into heaven (as per Christian belief) by celebrating Ascension Day, which occurs on the Thursday, which is 40 (or 39) days after Easter. This year, it will take place on May 29.

The Ascension of Our Lord, a Holy Day of Obligation, celebrates the day that Christ, in the presence of His apostles, ascended bodily into Heaven. The Ascension occurred on the 40th day of Easter, a Thursday...

Nov 22, 2024 · Ascension Day, also known as the Feast of the Ascension, occurs 40 days after Easter Sunday, signifying Jesus Christ’s ascension to heaven. This pivotal moment in Christian theology reflects the completion of His earthly ministry and His exaltation to divine glory.

May 9, 2024 · Ascension Day is the fortieth day of the Easter season, held 39 days after Easter Sunday, which effectively means it always falls on a Thursday. In 2024, that means it is Thursday 9 May in the western tradition, but Thursday 13 June in the eastern tradition.

Jan 4, 2022 · Ascension Day is the celebration of Christ ascending into heaven after His death, burial and resurrection. Ascension Day is observed primarily in Catholic and Anglican churches, and it occurs on the Thursday 40 days after Easter.

Ascension, in Christian belief, the ascent of Jesus Christ into heaven on the 40th day after his Resurrection (Easter being reckoned as the first day). The Ascension represents the glorification and exaltation of Jesus following his death and Resurrection, as well as …

Nov 21, 2024 · Ascension Day, also known as the Feast of the Ascension, is a Christian observance dedicated to the event when Jesus Christ ascended into heaven. It signifies Jesus’ transition from his earthly ministry to his eternal reign.

May 17, 2023 · Ascension Day holds a profound and joyful significance for Christians across denominations. This special day commemorates the completion of Jesus’ earthly mission, his ongoing intercession for us, and the empowering presence of the Holy Spirit in our lives.