The Gospels record Christ handing over to the Apostles his
own mission, or divine office
which he had as man.
John 17:18
As you sent me into the world, so I sent them into the
world.
John 20:21
(Jesus) said to them again, "Peace be with you. As
the
Father has sent me, so I send you."
Matthew 10:40
Whoever receives you receives me, and whoever
receives me receives the one who sent me.