The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 94: Christ’s Ascension into Heaven (2026)
Apr 4, 2026
A focused look at Christ’s ascension and what it means for humanity’s access to God. Discussion covers the glorified body after the resurrection and the irreversible union of human and divine. Exploration of how the ascension completes salvation, sends the Spirit, and inaugurates Christ’s eternal priesthood seated at the Father’s right hand. Includes a guided prayer of thanksgiving.
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Ascension Irrevocably Unites Humanity And Divinity
- The ascension marks the irreversible entry of Jesus' humanity into divine glory, completing the saving work begun in the incarnation.
- Fr. Mike emphasizes that this unites humanity definitively to divinity, making the redemption consummate and permanent.
Ascension Opens The Gates Of Heaven
- Christ's resurrection and ascension open the gates of heaven because the humanity he assumed is brought definitively into divinity.
- Fr. Mike repeats that Jesus' assumed human nature now shares in divine life, enabling access to the Father.
Pray To Participate In Christ's Ongoing Offering
- Thank God for the gift of the ascension and pray that Christ's offering makes you part of his continual self-offering to the Father.
- Fr. Mike models a short prayer asking to participate in Christ's offering now and eternally.