Why Holy Humor?
Because we are an Easter people celebrating the resurrection. Because everyone who is trapped in the tomb of fear and sorrow and pain needs to hear the joy of the Good News!
Holy Humor Sunday began as Bright Sunday in the ancient Orthodox tradition. It was set aside as a day of joy and laughter at Christ’s triumph over death. The zest and high spirits of the day continued through what was called Bright Week. The New Testament tells us that in the early Christian community, the prevailing mood was anything BUT funereal. Good Friday had come, for sure, with devastating effect. But so had outrageous Easter and empowering Pentecost. Of all people, Christian’s had reason to be glad!
When we take ourselves too seriously, we miss the Gospel entirely. Humor becomes holy when we recognize God in between our aspirations and our limitations, ready to laugh with us and heal us!
Join your family of faith THIS Sunday, April 7th, as we gather to celebrate the greatest miracle in human history!
Wear fun and festive clothing appropriate to the occasion, bring a favorite joke to share and plan to stay for fun and fellowship following the service as we break bread (hotdog buns) together. Prepare for BRIGHT Sunday by: *Practicing smiling a lot (try looking in the mirror)
*Get those jokes and stories ready to tell * Begin rejoicing in God now (no need to wait)
*Try on a few good belly laughs * Prepare a few practical jokes * Invite someone who likes to laugh
*Invite someone who needs to laugh