Kristofer, Ascension, and Following the Bird’s Flight

Ascension and Following the Bird’s Flight

In Kristofer’s reflection for today, he ponders the scriptural account of Jesus’ ascension and the barriers that keep us from being able to become what God calls us to be. In the video, Kristofer tells a story about an encounter with a bird that flew into the indoor worship space on Sunday during the outdoor service and its struggle to get free. He invites us to reflect in our own lives - individually and collectively - about what keeps us entrapped and what we need to be liberated. (Disclaimer: no birds were harmed in the filming of this video). While the reflection does not touch on it explicitly, if you are interested in exploring this theme further follow this link for a powerful reading of Maya Angelou’s poem 'Caged Bird:' https://youtu.be/C7quZRyF8OQ

To read the appointed passages for the Feast of Ascension, follow this link: https://www.lectionarypage.net/YearB_RCL/Easter/BAscension_RCL.html