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Our Father Hail Mary Fatima Prayer

Second Glorious Mystery: The Ascension

Jesus ascends into heaven forty days after his resurrection.

Scripture: Luke 24:50-53

Then he led them out as far as Bethany, raised his hands, and blessed them. As he blessed them he parted from them and was taken up to heaven. They did him homage and then returned to Jerusalem with great joy, and they were continually in the temple praising God.

Meditation: Jesus returns to the Father, having completed his earthly mission. He promises to send the Holy Spirit to guide us.

Fruit of the Mystery: Hope

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