I love this icon of the Ascension. Notice the contrast between the confusion of the disciples, and the peace of Mary, who stands as a representative of the whole faithful people of God. In some icons of the Ascension she is praying (as here); in others she is witnessing. While those of us in leadership are often like the apostles here, in confusion, not sure which way to look, the Church of God, the people of God, trusting in our ascended Lord Jesus, can be faithful in our prayer and witness.