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Homily from the Ascension of the Lord.
"It is better for you that I go...". Is that true?
Jesus told His apostles that it was better for them that He ascended to the Father; that it was better for them if He left them. But why?
Mass Readings from May 17, 2026: Acts 1:1-11 Psalm 47:2-3, 6-9Ephesians 1:17-23Matthew 28:16-20
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