In today's gospel the risen Christ ascends into heaven. His followers are assured that the Spirit will empower them to be witnesses throughout the earth. We, too, long for the Spirit to enliven our faith and mission.
Helena, mother of Constantine, died around 330 Monday, May 21
Influenced by her son to become Christian, Helena (or Helen) lived an exemplary life of faith. She is also remembered for traveling through Palestine building churches on the sites she believed to be associated with Christ's life.
On January 17, the SECOND SUNDAY AFTER EPIPHANY, we focused on Jesus' first miracle, at a wedding in Cana. Pastor Bestian gave a message based on the readings for the day.