We had the privilege of attending a sunrise service this past Sunday to remember and reflect on the empty cross and empty tomb that symbolize the hope and new life that we can have through the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

I took this picture with my cell phone as we were on the hilltop waiting for the sunrise. It was overcast, and storms were brewing to the south. But, as you can see, there was a break in the clouds right where the sun would be coming up.

As you go through this year, think back to Easter and the life that we have through our risen Lord.

- Dan

One of the things I enjoy about living in Riley County is that there are a wide variety of activities taking place in just about every sector of life.

Realizing that this is a bit after-the-fact, I needed to share some of the things that took place in the surrounding area over Easter weekend.

Of course, there were the requisite Easter egg hunts and appearances of the Easter Bunny. I was in Manhattan Town Center (The Mall) on Saturday morning. The Easter Bunny had not showed up yet, but there was a long line of parents and small children waiting for pictures with the E.B.

Although probably not tied directly to Easter, I did see at least two groups of people walking along highways picking up litter.

Kids soccer games were in full swing on Saturday.

But, the highlight of the Easter weekend for me was attending the Easter cantata at Grace Baptist Church. It was entitled The Sacrifice. The message of Christ’s sacrifice on the cross was told through vocal and instrumental music.

So, with Easter passed, I guess that we can officially take the position that Spring is Here!

- Dan