When you read this it will almost be Easter. At present we are in the season of Lent; a time leading up to Easter.

To me these are the two most important seasons in the Church year. But I ask myself this question. Why do we have hot cross buns on Good Friday and chocolate eggs on Easter Sunday?

When I was young, I found these answers. The cross on the buns represents the crucifixion of Jesus and the spices symbolise those used to embalm Jesus at his burial.

The eggs were adopted by early Christians as a symbol of new life, the resurrection of Jesus.

There is a lot more information about Easter buns and Easter eggs available on the internet if you wish to learn more.

I am interested to hear how many of you are having church face to face or via Zoom and what you are doing.