Easter Day
‘may the light of Christ, rising in glory
banish all darkness from our hearts and minds’.
The Parish Eucharist at 10.00 amMusic, readings, homily and the lighting of the Easter Candle
As we ponder on many of the great works of art this Eastertide we are taken back to the beginning of our faith – the moment when the power of darkness and sin is broken down; this Christ has conquered all and invites us forward into a new world.
This is demonstrated clearly with a Piero della Francesca mural where he has chosen subtle colours to reflect the warmth and beauty of this event. The risen Christ steps out into our time and space and gazes at us motivating us into thought and question. His torso is alive and vibrant; his face framed by the glow of daybreak.
In the foreground soldiers represent a sleeping world unaware of the unparalleled nature of this moment. Being un-helmeted they emphasise that this Christ emerging from the sarcophagus is indeed ‘Lord of a Kingdom not of this world’. Piero is a supreme master and appears to infuse his work with spirituality, which is infectious.
We are invited to be part of this now risen and Lord of all. Easter is about new birth and a journey that we can all join at any time.
Do join us at our Easter Eucharist and continue the journey of faith throughout your daily life.
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