Easter

Sunday is Easter, the most holy day of the year. What transpired at the garden grave, very early in the morning, gives life and hope to all who believe. The resurrection of Jesus settled the matter once and for all. God is victor over sin and death. And, because of Easter, every day is holy.

Easter means that the Lord is near. Mary Magdalene went to the tomb and met a man she thought to be the gardener. Later, she discovered he was the risen Christ. Easter means that the Lord is near. It means that no barrier, whether above or below, in life or in death, can separate us from the love of God that comes through Christ Jesus the Lord. The third century church father, Hippolytus, said Easter means this: “No more bewailing your failings; forgiveness has come from the grave. No more fears of your dying: the death of our Savior has freed us from fear. Death took earth and encountered heaven. It took what is seen and fell upon the unseen. Death played the master; but He has mastered death.” Easter says that the Lord is near.

In Easter worship, we celebrate the living presence of our Lord. The sacred memory of the first Easter Sunday inspires and, inspired by his grace, we go out to live and serve. Each Sunday is truly Easter Sunday—as is each day!

May the blessings of our God be with you and yours.

Grace and peace,
Lee McGlone