Yesterday was the start of Holy Week 2011. Of course, we all know what that means. Just a few days until Easter Break! Time to relax, catch up with family, eat chocolate bunnies!
Though I, too, am looking forward to all of these things, I must remember the other things this week signifies. In the very near future, we will be mourning the death and rejoicing in the resurrection of Jesus. When those days arrive, I hope we will all join together to mourn and to rejoice.
But today is still Lent. Today is one of the last days of our forty days of reflection and sacrifice. Take a moment to look back on your personal season of Lent. Was it a success? I’m not asking if you managed to keep your vow of not eating sweets- I honestly don’t think the Lord cares if you slipped up at your best friend’s birthday party and ate a piece of cake. But the effort matters and the reflection on it matters.
Even if you haven’t done anything yet, embrace this last week of Lent. Reflect on the great gifts of your life, on the wonderfully strong faith community of which all students here are a welcome part, on what you can do to make this world a better reflection of the love of God. Just stop, breathe, and think. And be ready to praise the Lord for His miracles this Sunday.
Have a wonderful week, everyone, and God bless!
~ Emily D. (Freshman)
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