This sermon from Saturday, April 19th, during the Easter Vigil, is delivered by Rev. Jordan Rippy. Rev. Rippy takes congregants on a liturgical journey from the solemn moments of Maundy Thursday and Good Friday to the celebratory joy of the Resurrection. Highlighting the transformation of sorrow into hope, Rev. Rippy recounts the experiences of Mary, Joanna, and other women at the empty tomb, emphasizing the power of resurrection to break open what is closed and make space for something new. The sermon concludes with a powerful message of commissioning, reminding the congregation that they are bearers of this resurrected light, called to bring hope and life where despair once resided.
00:00 Opening Remarks and Welcome
00:18 Reflecting on the Triduum
01:16 Good Friday and Holy Saturday
02:12 The Resurrection Story
03:14 The Women at the Tomb
04:00 The Impact of Resurrection
06:25 A New Creation and Commissioning
07:36 Carrying the Light Forward
08:19 Conclusion and Celebration
