The Ascension: Christ Lifts Us Up

Meditations in Manhattan by Opus Dei NYC

May 14, 202600:30:18Religion & Spirituality

How do we maintain presence of God amidst the noise and struggles of daily life? The Feast of the Ascension reminds us that while our feet must be planted on earth, our hearts are called to be united to the joy and hope...

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