EASTER SEASON.pptx

Easter is the joyful announcement of the salvation brought about by our Lord’s “passover,” his passage from death to new life.

1. DR RUTH AFUNWA EASTERTIDE CCC: #638-640, 1169 & 1170

2. OUTLINE What is Easter? Why is Easter celebrated? When is Easter? Conclusion 2 online doctrinal class

3. WHAT IS EASTER? Easter is a time of joy! Easter, Latin- Pascha Passover The joyful announcement of the salvation brought about by our Lord’s “passover,” his passage from death to new life. 3 online doctrinal class

4. online doctrinal class 4 He is risen!

5. online doctrinal class 5 Easter represents the fulfillment of the prophecies of the old testament It also the defeat of Death and the hope of salvation

6. WHY IS EASTER CELEBRATED? Easter is celebrated by Christians as a joyful season because God’s salvific plan for the redemption of humanity is manifest. Through Christ death, the sins of humanity was paid for and through his resurrection, man’s redemption is assured. 6 online doctrinal class

7. online doctrinal class 7 The salvific plan is accomplished

8. WHEN IS EASTER? In 325, the Council of Nicaea decreed that Easter should be observed on the first Sunday following the first full moon after the spring equinox (March 21) CCC #1170 Easter falls on Sunday between March 22 and April 25 Orthodox churches have a slightly different calendar; Easter occurs after catholic celebrations. 8 online doctrinal class

9. The resurrection of Jesus Christ took place three days after his crucifixion. Friday to Sunday; why 3 days 9 online doctrinal class

10. Regina celi is recited in place of the Angelus from Easter Sunday until Pentecost. Pentecost = Easter + 49 days Pentecost Sunday is not considered a separate feast, but rather the conclusion of the great feast of Easter. 10 online doctrinal class

11. CONCLUSION Eastertide celebrates the Kingdom of God because during Easter everything is renewed and fulfilled. 11 online doctrinal class

12. THANK YOU online doctrinal class 12 THANK YOU THANK YOU