Ascension 2026: Christians celebrate Jesus's ascension to heaven

On Thursday, May 14, 2026, Christians worldwide celebrate Ascension Thursday, commemorating Jesus's ascension to heaven forty days after his resurrection.

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This religious festival is part of the official calendar and has been a public holiday in France for centuries.

The Ascension marks the completion of the Easter cycle and spiritually prepares for Pentecost, celebrated ten days later.

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