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Jesus is Risen

Jesus is Risen

Jesus is Risen

Jesus said: Destroy this temple, and in three days I will raise it again. John 2:19
The Light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it. John 1:5

Christ our Passover has been sacrificed for us, so let us celebrate the feast, not with the old leaven of corruption and wickedness but with the unleavened bread of sincerity and truth. 1 Corinthians 5.7b, 8

Christ once raised from the dead dies no more death has no more dominion over him. In dying he died to sin once for all in living he lives to God. See yourselves therefore as dead to sin and alive to God in Jesus Christ our Lord. Romans 6.9–11

Risen Christ, you filled you disciples with boldness and fresh hope: strengthen us to proclaim your risen life and fill us with your peace, to the glory of God the Father.

Stations of the cross: 14 Jesus is laid in a tomb

14 Jesus is laid in a tomb

14 Jesus is laid in a tomb
Martha said to Jesus: If you had been here, Lord, my brother would not have died! …Jesus said: I am the resurrection and the life, whoever believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives and believes in me will never die. John 11:21, 25-26

Here he lies, motionless. A dead body, like any other. A friend, who lacked the courage to support him openly, has prepared a tomb for him. Other friends prepare the spices for the embalming. But the tomb will be free again soon, and the spices will never ne used. In this ending, lies everyone’s new beginning.

Lord Jesus Christ, Son of the living God, who at the evening hour rested in the tomb, and sanctified the grave to be a bed of hope to your people, make us so deeply sorry for our sins, which were the cause of your passion, that when our bodies lie in the dust, our souls may live with you; for with the Father and the Holy Spirit you live and reign forever and ever. Amen

Stations of the cross: 13 Jesus is taken down from the cross

Stations of the cross

13 Jesus is taken down from the cross

Simeon blessed the child’s parents, and said to Mary his mother “This child is chosen by God for the destruction and salvation of many in Israel. He will be a sign from God that many people will speak against and so reveal their secret thoughts. And sorry, like a sharp sword, will break your own heart. Luke 2:34-35

Jesus, how brutally you were put to death. How gently you are taken from the cross. Your suffering and pain are ended, and you are put in the lap of your mother. The dirt and blood are wiped away. You are treated with love. Mary’s child is now returned to her – the world has finished with him, the meek one has been slain by the mighty. Once more Mary lifts him up in her arms.

As a child, sometimes we treat others better when they’re sad or in pain. When somebody dies, we become very gentle and kind. We notice the good and kind things people say about those who have died.

 

As an adult, we seem to be kinder when someone dies. If only we could learn to see the good things about them while they were alive. If only we would tell those around us how much we love them, while we still have the opportunity to do so.

We have to tell you, Lord, that there are times when it is hard to go on believing in you. There are times when we feel very angry and you seem to be far away. We cry to you now, for the despairing who feel their faith grow dim, and especially for parents who must do a thing they never expected to do – bury their own children.

Lord, in your mercy: Hear our prayer

Stations of the cross: 12 Jesus dies on the cross

12 Jesus dies on the cross

12 Jesus dies on the cross

As soon as Jesus was baptised, he came up out of the water. The heaven was opened to him,
and he saw the Spirit of God coming down like a dove and alighting on him. Then a voice said
from heaven “This is my own dear Son, with whom I am pleased” Matthew 3:16-17
As Jesus hung on the cross, he forgave the soldiers who had crucified him, and prayed for his
mother and friends. Jesus wanted all of us to be able to live forever with God, so he gave all he
had for us.

Jesus, let me take a few moments now to consider your love for me. Help me thank you for your
willingness to go to your death for me. Help me express my love for you!
We confess, Lord, that we sometimes look upon a cross, without recalling its meaning. We have
grown accustomed to the sight. When we are tempted to slide carelessly into sin, let us remember
the price you paid for our forgiveness. We pray for the many people in our world who despair and
are made ill, by guilt and failure. May they come to know that your compassion is waiting for them.

Stations of the cross: 11 Jesus is nailed to the cross

Stations of the cross 11

Stations of the cross: 11 Jesus is nailed to the cross

James and John said to Jesus: Teacher, there is something we want to ask you…when you sit on your throne in your glorious Kingdom, we want you to let us sit with you, one on your left and one on your right. Mark 10:35&37

Jesus said: The greatest love a person can have for his friends is to give his life for them. And you are my friends, if you do what I command you. John 15:13-14

Peter said: I will never leave you, even if all the rest do!
Mark 14:2

You are stretched out on the cross you have carried so far. The soldiers take big nails and drive them into your hands and feet. You feel abandoned by the people you loved so much. People seem to have gone mad. You have done nothing but good, yet they drive nails through your hands and feet.

As a child, sometimes we hurt others. Sometimes we join with friends and decide not to like another. We gang up against another and cause them hurt and pain.

As an adult, sometimes we discriminate against others. Even without thinking, we judge others because of their colour, religion or name. We forget that we are to live as a brother or sister to all people.

Lord, we are well aware that we do not always live up to our aspirations and our promises. We do not know whether we could meet the challenge to lay down our lives for our friends. Give us the humility to know ourselves as we really are, and be close to all those who still today must sacrifice everything for their faith.

Lord, in your mercy: Hear our prayer