The Ascension of the Lord – Year C (2022)

The readings for the The Ascension of the Lord for Year C encourage us to be witnesses for Jesus Christ, just as the early Christians were. In the first reading (Acts 1:1-11) the ascension of Jesus is recounted and the Apostles are told they will receive the Holy Spirit. The psalm (Psalm 47:2-3, 6-7, 8-9) praises God. In the second reading (Ephesians 1:17-23) we hear that Jesus Christ rules heaven and earth. In the alternate second reading (Hebrews 9:24-28; 10:19-23) we learn that Jesus Christ died for all people. And in the gospel (Luke 24:46-53) after Jesus ascends to heaven, the disciples can be found in the temple praising God.

Evangelism and the need to step out into the world could be topics for this weekend. Here are some ideas:

You Will Receive Power

It is not for you to know the times or seasons that the Father has established by his own authority. But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, throughout Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.

Youth Group Game: Shoe Sort Icebreaker

Shoe Sort is a fun youth group game where people try to match shoes with their owners. It makes a great icebreaker or team building game.