On this Easter Day, Christian voices around the world are raised with shouts of Alleluia, the Lord is risen, indeed!
Easter is one of the glorious mysteries of the Christian faith. The celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ provides for us the message of hope, of victory over death, and divine love. It is a time to celebrate God’s ‘greatest love.”
It was the power of the resurrection of Jesus from the dead that gave power and impetus to the Apostles then, and to us today. Having been thrown into grief by seeing Jesus crucified three days prior; they now have the despair and agony removed as they see their risen Lord before them as they gather together.
As we celebrate the events surrounding our salvation we do so at a time when the world needs to hear the Good News of God’s saving actions. We have almost become accustomed to bad news in our nation, Barbados; the grave difficulties, among which there is the continued war (going on now for almost four years) in Europe between Russia and Ukraine; the war in the Middle East which involves Iran , the United States of America and Israel where the holy city Jerusalem, the place of the Resurrection, is located; and these wars are affecting the whole world and causing much suffering afield, suffering that is felt here in Barbados and in the rest of the region of the Caribbean.
The Barbados Christian Council remains concerned about the high level of crime and violence in our society and where more and more young people are involved in criminal activities. We have a long way to go in terms of the way in which we treat each other. We must all take responsibility for our words and actions knowing that violent action comes from evil thoughts and speech. Jesus transforms the violence of Good Friday with the peace and calm of Easter as he breathes on the disciples and says to them “Peace be with you.” (John 20:22).
At this Eastertide we continue to lift up our nation Barbados and all of those who have answer the call to transformation, acknowledging that this is a time to “walk with Him – the Risen Christ,” focusing that our personal journey is a walk in strength beyond comfort toward justice. Let us strive for peace amidst conflict, allowing our messages to highlight Jesus as the “King of Peace” and urge the rejection of greed, poverty, violence. Let us manifest a spirit of renewal and reflection, realizing that this is a time for renewing our faith, getting our life in order, and experiencing our spiritual reparation and resurrection.
All in all, may the miracle of Easter bring us perfect peace and renewed hope. Let us rejoice in the hope of Easter and the promise of eternal life.
On behalf of the members of the Barbados Christian Council. I wish you a blessed Easter and a joyous reminder of God’s love for us.”
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