Angels are waiting at the heavenly gate for the return of the hundredth sheep, for their sister – for humanity. The Ascension is the return of the lost sheep, carried on the shoulders of the Shepherd, and the angels joyfully greet Christ, the victor over death, who brings humanity back to the choir, which is now complete once again.
(Jean Card. Daniélou SJ /1905–1974/, The Temple as a Sign of God's Presence)