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HydrangeasThe Ascension of the Lord is celebrated on the fortieth day after Easter — always on a Thursday. It commemorates Christ’s ascension into heaven and concludes the Easter season. In 2027, Ascension falls on June 10 (Easter is May 2). Here you will find short Ascension Day wishes, messages for family, poems and traditions. “Happy Ascension of the Lord” is searched 2.5K times a month in Ukraine, plus another 3.8K searches for the date.
Ten days later comes Trinity, and the Easter cycle itself opens with Clean Thursday and Easter.
Short Ascension Day wishes
- Happy Ascension of the Lord! Peace, faith and God’s blessing.
- Happy Ascension Day! May the Lord protect you and your family.
- Happy Ascension! May your soul be filled with light and your heart with joy.
- Happy great feast! Health, harmony and warmth in your home.
- Happy Ascension of the Lord! May your most sincere prayers be answered.
- Happy feast day! May the sky over Ukraine be peaceful.
Heartfelt Ascension wishes
- Happy Ascension of the Lord! May this bright feast remind us that even in the hardest times there is a sky full of hope above us. I wish you peace, health and God’s grace for you and your loved ones.
- Happy Ascension! May faith support you with every step and the love of your dear ones warm your heart. Peace to your home.
- Happy Ascension Day! May the Lord bless your good deeds and may every day bring calm and joy.
For family and friends
- Mom, happy Ascension of the Lord! May God give you health and peace of mind. I love you.
- Grandma and Grandpa, happy great feast! Thank you for your prayers and wisdom. Many long and happy years to you.
- Friends, happy Ascension! May peace, love and harmony fill your homes.
Ascension Day poems
Happy Ascension Day to you!
May God’s grace and peace shine through,
May faith keep warm your heart and soul
And light and love make your home whole!
May the Lord from heaven high
Bless the paths you travel by,
May your heart be calm and kind
And peace and warmth be what you find!
Ascension traditions
- People attend the festive liturgy and pray for their loved ones.
- The Easter greeting “Christ is Risen!” comes to an end — it is not used after Ascension.
- In folk tradition, Ascension marks the arrival of true summer.
- Families gather together, and nature is in full bloom at this time.
Flowers for the feast
Ascension falls at the height of late spring, so a bouquet of tender roses or wildflower shades is a lovely gesture for mom or grandma.
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More ideas in our flowers for mom and roses collections.
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FAQ
When is Ascension in 2027?
June 10, a Thursday — the fortieth day after Easter (May 2).
Do people still say “Christ is Risen!” after Ascension?
By church tradition, the Easter greeting is used until the leave-taking of Easter, that is, until the day before Ascension.
How many days are there between Ascension and Trinity?
Ten: Trinity is celebrated on the fiftieth day after Easter, on a Sunday.
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Author: Maria Svitlovir
Graduated from Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Institute of Biology and Medicine (2001). BSc in Biology, MSc in Horticulture. Writes about plants, works at a garden centre selecting and repotting plants, and contributes to plant reference guides.
