But. Despite what they’d seen and heard, despite the finality and weight of that stone, they had returned, carrying spices, ready to anoint His body. They didn’t know how they’d be able to do that - just to move the stone would be a miracle in itself - yet they'd come.

Joy in lament. Jesus’ story holds them both and this is the only reason why I can hold both together within my life. Jesus celebrated the coming kingdom and yet he wept over Jerusalem and in the garden. And on the cross He cried out: “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?” By Renee James

Change can be scary for most of us. Yet change is simply a part of life! I've found comfort knowing that Jesus never changes. By Anna Sklar, All Nations Church, Sudbury.

The seasons will change. Spring buds will turn to summer blooms, then fall colours and finally, sink into winter sleep. Our children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, goddaughters . . . they will grow up, they will get taller, smarter and more independent. This is our hope. By Anna Sklar, All Nations Church, Sudbury