About 120 people who had followed Jesus remained in Jerusalem including the eleven remaining Apostles, Mary the mother of Jesus and Jesus' brothers and other disciples - both men and women. A twelfth Apostle was chosen.

The writer, Luke, refers back to the Ascension of Jesus as a decisive point of change in the Apostles' spiritual journey.

Jesus explains that he must die just like a seed, so that others will be saved. God the Father speaks for the third time to confirm that Jesus' earthly life and his future death and resurrection has, and will, glorify him.

Although Jesus is seeking rest, he has compassion on the crowd and involves the 12 fully in the miracle of multiplication. There are many lessons to be learnt.

Jesus increases the impact of his mission by commissioning the Twelve. He sees that the mission is great - and still is today. The need for workers is still true.

Jesus forms a team after praying. The difference between disciple and Apostle is explained. The Apostles would be with Jesus, would preach and have authority. God calls and sends.

Jesus calls fishermen to fish for men. They experience a miraculous catch of fish. Some are called to be more than followers - they are called to lead. Teamwork is important.

Andrew, Simon and unnamed disciple transfer allegiance from John to Jesus. Simon is given name of Peter, the rock. Jesus returns to Galilee where Philip and Nathanael are called. They are spiritual seekers which we can be too.