May 14, 2026

One of the lessons for Sunday is about Jesus’ ascension into heaven. In fact, in the Apostles’ Creed that we say every Sunday …. it says: “On the third day he rose again; he ascended into heaven.” I’m not sure how literally to take this … but this is how I feel. Yes, Jesus left us. He was only on this earth for a little while. But spiritually —- he didn’t leave us. He lives in the heart-and-soul of all of us. He walks with us. He lives in the kindness and goodness of the human spirit … which too often gets buried in the harshness of the world around us. Jesus —— you epitomize humility … the strength of reaching out in kindness, forgiving in the midst of brokenness, daring to love in a world where hate can easily bring us down!!! I know it says you ascended into heaven. And we all hope to see you there someday. In the meantime … everyday, you ascend into our hearts. Our calling??? … to walk in your spirit, as best we can … everyday!! Peace to all —- Don