Imagine spending your entire career aiming for the moon, then finally getting there. Now imagine doing it as one of the first humans in half a century to even see the lunar surface up close. That’s the gig for the four astronauts on Artemis II, which launched on April 1, 2026, for a 10-day deep-space jaunt.
Commander Reid Wiseman, Pilot Victor Glover, and Mission Specialists Christina Koch and Jeremy Hansen aren't actually landing on the moon. They're just getting a really, really good look at it. Because apparently, after 50 years, we're easing back into lunar tourism.
Deep Space, Deeper Thoughts
Just before the spacecraft was set to enter a planned 40-minute communication blackout – that moment where mission control collectively holds its breath – astronaut Victor Glover decided to drop some wisdom. He quoted what he called the greatest commands: "to love God with all that you are" and "to love your neighbor as yourself."
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Start Your News DetoxWhich, if you think about it, is a pretty solid mic drop for a moment of radio silence. It's not every day you get a sermon from 240,000 miles away. The internet, predictably, had thoughts. Many were inspired, calling Glover an "amazing role model" for bringing his faith into the cosmos.
Others noted that the message transcends any specific belief system. As one commenter put it, his words "add a symbolic layer," connecting the grand adventure of human exploration with the surprisingly down-to-Earth values of loving others and humility. Because, let's be honest, treating people well resonates pretty universally, whether you're on Earth or heading past the moon.
The Artemis II crew is scheduled to splash down on April 10, 2026. And hopefully, they'll have some more profound thoughts — or at least some good moon selfies — to share.
