Jesus, I honor You on the feast of Your Ascension into heaven.
I rejoice with all my heart at the glory into which You entered
to reign as King of heaven and earth. When the struggle of this
life is over, give me the grace to share Your joy and; triumph in
heaven for all eternity.
I believe that You entered into Your glorious Kingdom to prepare
a place for me, for You promised to come again to take me to
Yourself. Grant that I may seek only the joys of Your friendship
and; love, so that I may deserve to be united with You in heaven.
In the hour of my own homecoming, when I appear before Your Father
to give an account of my life on earth, have mercy on me. Jesus,
in Your love for me You have brought me from evil to good and; from
misery to happiness. Give me the grace to rise above my human
weakness. May Your Humanity give me courage in my weakness and;
free me from my sins.
Through Your grace, give me the courage of perseverance for You
have called and; justified me by faith. May I hold fast to the life
You have given me and; come to the eternal gifts You promised.
You love me, dear Jesus. Help me to love You in return.
I ask You to grant this special favor:
By Your unceasing care, guide my steps toward the life
of glory You have prepared for those who love You. Make me
grow in holiness and; thank You by a life of faithful service.