Easter

The feast day of Easter was originally a pagan celebration of renewal and rebirth. Celebrated in the early spring, it honored the pagan Saxon goddess Eastre. When the early missionaries converted the Saxons to Christianity, the holiday, since it fell around the same time as the traditional memorial of Christ's resurrection from the dead, was merged with the pagan celebration, and became know as Easter. The meaning of Easter was also changed to reflect its new Christian orientation. Today, the meaning of Easter, for million of Christians, is that of honoring and recognizing Jesus Christ's resurrection from the dead, and His glorious promises of eternal life for all who believe in Him.

Some Easter Symbles are --------

EGGS That was a symbol of new life, a sign of hope, resurrection.

BREAD A symbol of Jesus Christ himself, the true bread of our life

LAMB It is said that Lamb was the actual meat eaten at the Passover meal

WINE Another reminder of the Passover meal, the Last Supper.

SALT Reminding us to “flavor our dealings with others.”