The Ascension of the Lord, Cycle C Acts of the Apostles 1:1-11 Jesus is taken up to heaven in the presence of the Apostles. Psalm 47:2-3,6-9 Sing praise to God as he mounts his throne. Ephesians 1:17-23 or Hebrews 9:24-28; 10:19-23 God raised Jesus from the dead and seated him at his right hand. Luke 24:46-53 Jesus is taken to heaven and the disciples remain in Jerusalem awaiting his sending of the Spirit.