Jesus commissions his disciples to baptize in his name, reminding them that he is always present through his Spirit (3). Jesus ascended to his Father amid cries of gladness (Ps), entering into the heavenly sanctuary (2b). We are to be his witnesses (1), mindful of the great hope to which we are called (2a). Acts 1:1-11 Ps 47:2-3, 6-9 Eph 1:17-23 or Heb 9:24-28; 10:19-23 Lk 24:46-53