Ascension

Sentence:

​They said, “Men of Galilee, why do you stand looking up toward heaven? This Jesus, who has been taken up from you into heaven, will come in the same way as you saw him go into heaven.” Acts 1:11

Collect:

​Eternal God, Between Ascension and the Spirit; Between your going and your coming; we await your purpose. Grant us expectant hearts, and give us the vision of your reign. For you are alive and reign with the Father in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Readings:

• Acts 1:1–11
  
• Luke 24:44–53
  

Apologies we do not have a recording of this service. 
​To see the YouTube video mentioned in the sermon please visit  “Napalm Girl” Kim Phuc, from iconic Vietnam photo, on pain and forgiveness | Brief But Spectacular - YouTube.

Questions:

1. What was behind the Angel's question to the disciples and the experience of the Ascension?
   “Men of Galilee, why do you stand looking up toward heaven? This Jesus, who has been taken up from you into heaven, will come in the same way as you saw him go into heaven.” Acts 1:11
2. Read Ephesians 1:17-23. Discuss the ways in which all things are under Jesus' feet
3. Discuss some of the aspects of the way of Jesus that led to his vindication by God
4. Where do you see the challenge at the moment for you to follow the way of Christ?
5. What might victory look like in that situation?
6. Who will you share that victory with?

Quick Links:

RESOURCES

• 1. Notes for Leaders
• How to Run a House Church
• Runsheets
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LITURGY

• 4b. House Church Liturgy - Service of Word and Prayer​
• 3b. House Church Liturgy for Families
• Lectionary 2022

COMMUNION

• Video
• 2b. House Church Liturgy with Communion
• Home Communion Service for Lay Leaders

MUSIC

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PRAYER

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HEALTH & SAFETY

• ​Diocesan Health & Safety Guidelines
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Children's Resources:

VIDEOS:

• ​Jesus' Ascension (shown above)
• The Resurrection of Jesus (for older kids and adults)

ACTIVITIES AND CRAFTS
Check out the fabulous range of ascension activities and crafts on this week's Bible Explore.