The Day In-Between!
Yesterday was Good Friday during which we remembered the suffering and death of Jesus on the cross. Tomorrow is Easter Sunday through which we celebrate his resurrection from the dead. Today, Saturday, is the day in-between. There are no special services. There’s very little in terms of any kind of observance. For some it’s a day of silence and contemplation. In fact, in the Catholic tradition, the altar is left bare, candles are extinguished, and Mass is not celebrated. For some, this day in-between is a day to prepare our churches and homes for our Easter celebrations. The final shopping is done, breads are baked, meal prep is begun, the house is cleaned. If there are small children in the home, Easter baskets are being put together and the eggs colored. All in all, on this Holy Saturday we are looking towards Easter Sunday morning with the hope of a day of joy and wonderful celebrations. But think if you will, what it was like for those first disciples on this day in-betw...