“HE is RISEN”

… rejoicing in the Resurrection of Jesus Christ,

whose triumph over sin and victory over death

secured the promise of redemption and the hope of eternal life

for all who believe in Him as Lord and Savior

… a new creation has been ushered in

evil and death have been conquered forever

through the unmatched power of God’s sacrificial love

… washed our sins, and reconciled humanity with God,

fulfilling the ancient prophecy that

“He was pierced for our sins, crushed for our iniquity … by His wounds we were healed.”

…  His love brings us life, and His Resurrection is our everlasting hope

… We pray that this celebration of the Resurrection strengthens our faith

… We offer prayers of adoration and thanksgiving for the countless blessings God has bestowed upon our Nation

… we echo with tremendous joy those sacred words that have given life, hope, and purpose to Christians for thousands of years:  He is risen.

Happy Easter!