Easter Vigil (2)

Brothers and sisters,

Tonight begins in the dark.

That matters, because we all know what darkness feels like. A dark room. A frightened heart. A hard week. A time when you do not know what comes next.

But then a flame is lit.

One small flame. One candle. And the darkness is …

Brothers and sisters,

As we gather in the stillness of this holy night, we are surrounded by the sights, sounds, and smells of this ancient liturgy. The Paschal Candle burns brightly tonight, symbolizing Christ, the Light of the World, rising from the darkness of the tomb. …