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Ascension Day (Día de la Ascensión) is a religious holiday that is recognized worldwide. In Christian doctrine and here in Mexico, Mexicans of the Christian faith also celebrate the belief that Jesus Christ physically ascended into heaven thirty-nine (39) days after Easter Sunday, when Christ arose from the grave. The day is also often known as the Feast of Ascension. It always falls on a Thursday, which is often called Holy Thursday and that is when it is observed in Mexico, although in some countries, the Roman Catholic Church has received permission to the following Sunday as a way to encourage more Catholics to participate in the most important feasts.
The history of Ascension Day goes well back into biblical times. It is one (1) of the earliest Christian festivals and dates back to the year 68. In the bible, the New Testament tells us that Jesus met several times with his disciples over the forty (40) day period after his resurrection. During these meetings, Christ told his disciples how he wanted his teachings carried out. On the fortieth (40th) day after his rising, Jesus with his disciples went to the Mount of Olives, where his followers watched him as he ascended into heaven.
For Roman Catholics and Anglicans, Ascension Day is among the six (6) holy days when attendance at Mass is necessary. Across the world, different traditions are performed by different churches, such as blessing the First Fruits. Some churches hold outdoor processions with banners and torches, while others describe the Ascension of Christ by lifting a statue of Jesus above the altar and raising it through a special door in the roof.
If you are visiting us here on the island of Cozumel and are looking to attend religious services, there are a number of churches here in Cozumel for all faiths and denominations! For a listing of a few of the Cozumel churches, you can CLICK HERE for Churches in Cozumel, then page down and select "Facility Type" and choose "Places of Worship"!
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