Easter’s Promise

I sure could use some Easter right now.

Sorry to be histrionic, but it feels like this past year has been the worst of times… Ukraine, Gaza, climate change, the great American culture war. A lot to keep us hoping for things to get better.

While many of us pause in our busy lives to pray… it feels like right now we are unheard and unanswered. It’s easy to spiral into thoughts about why our prayers aren’t working … yes, all things in God’s time, but it’s pretty bad right now. That’s when I know I need to take a deep breath, sit quiet as Pastor Leigh has us do each Sunday, and remind myself that God is listening.

By getting to church and paying attention to the Word, the Sacraments and the music, I am reminded that God’s promises are true and bigger than my thoughts and concerns. Easter is a time of renewal, not just because the New England winter is ending, but because Easter and Christ’s ascension are full of hope and new life. Faith is hard, but I can’t imagine living without it.

I hope this upcoming Easter brings you a comforting embrace. I’m betting that in dark times, the promise of Easter and the power of renewal are reminders of the strength that can be found in these moments.

-Vikki Jacobson