Pastor Weekly - 4/1/26
Hello ICC Family!
My first year here in Goose Creek after living for 25 years overseas, I was made aware that some Christians prefer to call the holiday at which Christians celebrate Jesus’ victory over death Resurrection Day instead of Easter. This was a new debate for me…
There are several reasons why using the name Resurrection Day is preferable for some people. While there is not anything close to the secularization of this holiday compared to Christmas, the name and background of Easter evokes many cultural images of spring and fertility. And chocolate for some reason. Since the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ is the good news of the Gospel itself, it is important that the church be clear and bold when we state that the resurrection of Jesus Christ is a historical and spiritual event that changed the world. It is the message that Paul writes is “most important” in his letter to the Corinthians.
3 I passed on to you what was most important and what had also been passed on to me. Christ died for our sins, just as the Scriptures said. 4 He was buried, and he was raised from the dead on the third day, just as the Scriptures said.
1 Corinthians 15:3-4
And yet, it is also valuable to maintain the historical continuity and global recognition of the name Easter. This is the name that has been used for centuries to refer to the church’s celebration of the resurrection. It is the word that most English-speaking internationals have used for this holiday their entire lives. It is simple and familiar, making it a convenient and practical choice for referring to the holiday. Using the term Easter helps foster a sense of unity and solidarity among Christians of various denominations and traditions.
I can see both points of view. Which is perhaps why this Sunday, you will probably hear me use both terms. And you see both terms in our graphic to advertise our worship celebration above. If I know that you prefer one term or the other, I will try to use that term for you in my attempt to live out what we have learned recently about showing each other deference and becoming all things to all people. I would ask all of you to do the same. But also remember that regardless of what term you prefer, we will be coming together to worship our loving Savior, who gave his life as a ransom for many. Don’t let anything keep you from celebrating and proclaiming God’s love this weekend! And please invite your family and friends and neighbors to join you in worship as well.
He is Risen! He is risen indeed!
Don’t forget… Good Friday service is at 7PM Friday evening. This is a crucial part of the story as well as our celebration on Sunday. Please try to be there and worship with us!
And then on Sunday morning… don’t forget that service starts at 8:30 AM! Followed by brunch afterwards. Please bring something to share with everyone if you are able. It will be a wonderful time!
Blessings to you all!
And know that I am praying for you!
Pastor Aaron
My first year here in Goose Creek after living for 25 years overseas, I was made aware that some Christians prefer to call the holiday at which Christians celebrate Jesus’ victory over death Resurrection Day instead of Easter. This was a new debate for me…
There are several reasons why using the name Resurrection Day is preferable for some people. While there is not anything close to the secularization of this holiday compared to Christmas, the name and background of Easter evokes many cultural images of spring and fertility. And chocolate for some reason. Since the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ is the good news of the Gospel itself, it is important that the church be clear and bold when we state that the resurrection of Jesus Christ is a historical and spiritual event that changed the world. It is the message that Paul writes is “most important” in his letter to the Corinthians.
3 I passed on to you what was most important and what had also been passed on to me. Christ died for our sins, just as the Scriptures said. 4 He was buried, and he was raised from the dead on the third day, just as the Scriptures said.
1 Corinthians 15:3-4
And yet, it is also valuable to maintain the historical continuity and global recognition of the name Easter. This is the name that has been used for centuries to refer to the church’s celebration of the resurrection. It is the word that most English-speaking internationals have used for this holiday their entire lives. It is simple and familiar, making it a convenient and practical choice for referring to the holiday. Using the term Easter helps foster a sense of unity and solidarity among Christians of various denominations and traditions.
I can see both points of view. Which is perhaps why this Sunday, you will probably hear me use both terms. And you see both terms in our graphic to advertise our worship celebration above. If I know that you prefer one term or the other, I will try to use that term for you in my attempt to live out what we have learned recently about showing each other deference and becoming all things to all people. I would ask all of you to do the same. But also remember that regardless of what term you prefer, we will be coming together to worship our loving Savior, who gave his life as a ransom for many. Don’t let anything keep you from celebrating and proclaiming God’s love this weekend! And please invite your family and friends and neighbors to join you in worship as well.
He is Risen! He is risen indeed!
Don’t forget… Good Friday service is at 7PM Friday evening. This is a crucial part of the story as well as our celebration on Sunday. Please try to be there and worship with us!
And then on Sunday morning… don’t forget that service starts at 8:30 AM! Followed by brunch afterwards. Please bring something to share with everyone if you are able. It will be a wonderful time!
Blessings to you all!
And know that I am praying for you!
Pastor Aaron
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