This is a recording from the sermon preached at St. David's Episcopal Church on Sunday, April 20th, 2025, on Easter Sunday. In this sermon, Rev. Kristen Hawley recalls the Gospel story of the women discovering the empty tomb and encountering angels in dazzling clothes. Amidst themes of grief and joy, Rev. Hawley underscores the unexpected nature of Easter, emphasizing that it defies cynicism and grief, and instead brings astonishing joy and resurrection. The sermon reflects on the importance of recognizing and practicing joy as a discipline, encouraging congregants to embrace the 50-day Easter season as a time for continuous celebration and recognition of God's enduring presence and love.
00:00 Welcome to Easter Morning at St. David's
00:42 The Women at the Tomb: A Story of Grief and Astonishment
02:26 The Dazzling Light and the Idle Tale
06:05 The Feast of Joy: From Good Friday to Easter
09:15 The Practice of Feasting and Joy
11:02 The Invitation to Rejoice Continues
