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Ep. 188 - The Ascension: When Jesus Entered the True Holy of Holies
Mass Readings for May 17, 2026
We’ll crack open the opening lines of Acts to uncover how 40 days with the Risen Lord signals the birth of the Church, connecting Jesus’ post-resurrection catechesis with the ancient days of Moses atop Sinai. The apostles’ “million dollar question” about restoring the kingdom to Israel sets the stage for a sweeping journey through salvation history and reveals the hopes pulsing at the heart of the early Christian community. Dive with us into the subtlety of Greek word choices and the Old Testament idea of a covenant of salt, as we unravel hidden ties to priesthood and royal lineage. Plus, we’ll explore how the Ascension fulfills prophecies from Daniel and Isaiah—and unearth why Luke ties this climactic moment to both the mission of the Church and the cosmic role of Jesus as High Priest, echoing the Day of Atonement. Read more.
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