Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
What is the message of the Resurrected Christ? How is it related to the mission of the Church? Do we really grasp the responsibility God has given us as a Church?

The resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ is not only the victorious message of salvation for all humanity but, also the impulse for mission and transformation in the world. The cross itself has transformed into a dynamic example of Christ mission in the world. In fact, the resurrection of Christ marks a radi-cal change in the task and life of the disci-ples. They are no longer simply called to “follow Him” but to “Go” and transform through the power and the authority of Christ. So, as we reflect on the message of the Resurrected Christ to the disciples it is important for us to note a few key aspects:

W itness – The women, the disciples and the community of faithful had the unique opportunity to see, and experience the pres-ence of Christ. In fact, it was the encounter with Christ that empowered them to move beyond their fear and strengthened to immedi-ately witness. Thus, the very first element of witness must be a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. The disciples were so impacted that their response was not only personal but, immediate and powerful. How is our witness today? Do we witness through a true personal relationship with Jesus Christ?

C ommunity – It is important to note that when Jesus communicates with his faithful followers after the resurrection, it is always as a community (or group). This community represents the Church. In fact, the message Christ of-fers through this is that the mission is not a singular ef-fort but, it is work that must be done together. Therefore, the message is that of unity for the sake of mission. They were bonded by the blood of Christ for mission of Christ in the world