What should we learn from Easter?
Easter is the celebration of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. The innocent Son of God suffered a brutal crucifixion that was the climax of a short but remarkable life of commitment to love, truth, justice, humility, mercy, compassion, purity, peace and non-violence.
How do we celebrate Easter?
Many Christians worldwide celebrate Easter with special church services, music, candlelight, flowers and ringing of church bells. In addition to Easter’s religious significance, it also has a commercial side.
What is the biblical meaning of Easter?
the resurrection of Jesus Christ
The religious holiday of Easter celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ, as described in the Bible’s New Testament.
How do you explain Easter?
Easter is the holiest day of the year for Christians. It celebrates their belief in the resurrection, or the rising from the dead, of Jesus Christ. Jesus was the founder of the religion of Christianity. Easter is always observed on a Sunday in the spring, but its date varies.
Are there any daily reflections for Holy Week and Easter Week?
Daily reflections for Holy Week and Easter Week, written by Susanna Gunner in 2020 but still all too pertinent in 2021 A painting, a short reflection and a prayer are offered to make connections between aspects of our Holy Week and Easter Week journey and the global pandemic which, this year, is inescapably our context for that journey.
What happens on Good Friday and Easter?
On Good Friday we see what happens when Herod, Caiaphas, Pilate or a crowd pass judgement. We see death, a real death. At Easter we see what happens when God passes judgement.
What is the true meaning of Easter?
There’s plenty to love about eggs, bunnies and chocolates, but Easter Sunday holds a much deeper meaning. Yes, this highly anticipated holiday offers an opportunity to gather with family, but it can be so much more. On Easter, we remember the love Christ showed mankind when he gave the ultimate sacrifice on our behalf.
Why do we celebrate Easter year-round?
To celebrate Easter year-round is to keep the hope of that special day alive, even as the seasons change. This Easter, go beyond the eggs and candy to find a deeper, more meaningful experience. You can find great hope and fulfillment in Christ’s remarkable feats on Easter Sunday and throughout the year.