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Dear Brothers and Sisters in the Risen Lord,
When the women came to the tomb that first Easter morning, an angel proclaimed to them: “Why do you seek the living One among the dead? He is not here, but He has been raised” (Luke 24: 5-6). These tidings are meant for us as well. Our celebration of Easter reminds us that Jesus, by His suffering, death and resurrection, has broken the power of sin and death, and by our baptism we share in His glorious triumph. Through, with and in the Risen Christ, we can overcome the struggles and crosses of this life. As with the disciples on the road to Emmaus, Jesus sets our hearts on fire with His love as we walk with him on the path that leads to eternal life in His Kingdom. Especially in this Jubilee Year, we, like those first Easter witnesses, are called to be Pilgrims of Hope who go out and share the Good News of the Resurrection with others, beginning with our families, friends, neighbors and co-workers.
On behalf of the entire Diocesan staff, I wish you and your loved ones a blessed and grace-filled celebration of the Lord’s Resurrection on Easter and throughout the Easter season.
Sincerely yours in Christ,
Most Rev. Bishop Joseph M. Siegel