May 13, 2009

Transfer of Ascension

The Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord is transferred in the Archdiocese of Denver from Thursday, May 21 to Sunday, May 24. On Nov. 16, 1998, the U.S. bishops voted to allow the bishops of each ecclesiastical province to move the solemnity of the Ascension to the seventh Sunday of Easter. When work schedules vary so much, when so many weekday events and activities compete for our attention, more Roman Catholics will be able to participate in the celebration of the Ascension on Sunday. Also, presiders, liturgical musicians and other ministers will be able to devote more time and care to this important celebration in the Easter season.