re: What do people get out of going to church on Easter once a year?

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I always laugh when you can't find a seat on Easter. You might as well just sit at home like you do every other week. One hour a year to worship the creator won't be opening any doors.

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I love it when the sanctuary is filled with folks I don't know. What a great opportunity. As a church member, you can either scoff at these strangers or welcome them and make them feel at home. I choose to welcome them and I hope they are overwhelmed with hospitality.

The Bible tells us to take God's word to the world, to be his light. That can be a difficult task for most Christians. This is one Sunday where the world comes to you, be careful how you react.

My minister directly addressed these folks this Sunday. Paraphasing, he said- Maybe you came with your Grandmother or Sister or Neighbor and you don't believe, sing or pray. That's okay. You're here and we're happy you are. We'd love for you to come back. You don't have to believe, sing or pray, just keep coming back. We can believe, sing and pray until maybe you can.