On Easter Sunday we are at our best. In our hearts of faith we can imagine a world without strife. The fact that we know that things are not as they should be, in our hearts, in our families, in our communities, in our nation, in the world, in creation, means that we have the spirit of God breathing through us, defying death and darkness, guiding us to brighter days.

A word to thanks for all of you who attended the Good Friday services. The afternoon and evening services had elements that we can build on. I appreciated your attendance and willing participation. Thank you to Kirsten for her music.

The brass practices at 8:30 am tomorrow morning. The choir will rehearse after that. Thank you to Bob and Ron for leading our Easter music. We will all be thinking about Kathryn as she spends Easter with her parents and siblings in South Dakota.

Following the service stay for the brunch and the Easter egg hunt. Children should bring a basket for the hunt, and maybe shoes that don’t mind mud.

If you paid for an Easter flower you may take it home tomorrow. Thank you for giving the flowers, and thank you to Mary Ann, Carol and Barbara for arranging them and for decorating the church in other ways.