Resurrection Hope in Sri Lanka

 
 Sri Lankan church, after a bombing

This weekend we have been surrounded by family and enjoyed a veritable feast yesterday after a trip to Prince Edward County to see waterfalls which are hidden from the public the rest of the year. This morning we'll gather at Trenton United Church where son Isaac is the minister and we'll celebrate Christ's Resurrection and our hope. We are blessed.

We woke up to the news that a series of bombings at churches in Sri Lanka have killed upwards of 200 people and injured 400 more. Once again a hideous, cowardly attack by terrorists in a place of worship, and on the holiest day in the Christian year. Sometimes I wonder why we are so fortunate to experience the freedom to gather for worship in safety as Christians in this country while others live with the constant threat of violence. Of course, Muslims and Jews in Canada don't share that sense of assurance.

This Easter morning I won't take for granted the gift of gathering to proclaim the empty tomb and Resurrection hope. Christ be with you today, and with all who are suffering for the sake of the Good News.