Easter reflection

15/Apr/2022     Mission

As we enter the second quarter of 2022 we may be wondering “what’s next?” The pandemic drags on, flooding rains return to devastate already severely impacted communities, we despair at a war that makes no sense and witness an assault on stage at the Oscars!

The week before we celebrate Easter, in the Christian tradition, is known as Holy Week. We recall how Jesus led through an example of love and forgiveness through the extreme highs and lows of his crucifixion and resurrection.

We may have difficulty at this time to see love in our world and the joy it brings. However, the flip side of events that cause pain is the true expressions of love. We see daily how healthcare workers continue to provide excellent, compassionate care to the community; how communities rally to assist in times of devastating weather events; how the people of Ukraine inspire the rest of the world daily; and how the conversation turns to better ways to deal with personal conflict than to resort to violence.  

Easter is the completion of the time we know as Lent. Lent is all about reconnecting and reinvigorating our relationships with Jesus and each other. People of faith experience Lent as a time of renewal culminating in Easter Sunday. Regardless of our faith backgrounds or beliefs, we may all encounter Easter as a time of reconnecting with others. For the first time in two years many will be able to celebrate Easter with their family and friends without the separation that COVID-19 caused. 

As individuals, teams and an organisation, we are challenged to strive for excellence in our service, genuinely live our Values of dignity, integrity and compassion, and to be an Easter experience for others. How? As Catherine McAuley said, “The simplest and most practical lesson I know is to resolve to be good today, but better tomorrow.”

Wishing you a happy and holy Easter.
 

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