Can you imagine watching someone you love being beaten? What if you had no power over stopping it? What might that feel like? Torment…anguish…brokenness? Perhaps these were the emotions of Mary and the followers of Jesus when they watched their beloved being crucified. On that fateful Good Friday over 2000 years ago, Jesus Christ was whipped, beaten, pierced and nailed to the cross. Continue reading
“That man is successful who has lived well, laughed often, and loved much, who has gained the respect of the intelligent men and the love of children; who has filled his niche and accomplished his task; who leaves the world better than he found it, whether by an improved poppy, a perfect poem, or a … Continue reading
Today we celebrate Resurrection Sunday. Many know it as Easter. The day the bunnies deliver baskets to all the children, filled with chocolate covered eggs and candy. However the significance of Easter is much more than colorful eggs. It is the day many Christians celebrate Jesus Christ’s resurrection, conquering death. For it is this reason that … Continue reading
How often does Earth Day, April 22 fall on Good Friday? Not very often. However this year Good Friday and Earth Day are on the same day. What does this mean? Exploring the history of religion, Good Friday represents the day Jesus Christ was put to death on the cross. The final act of sacrifice, … Continue reading