“Every living thing has a beginning, a time to be alive, and an
ending, or death. During our lifetime our bodies are busy doing
work. Dying is a part of life for every living thing. (excerpt
from When Dinosaurs Die by Marc and Laurie Brown)” Many of us
have had someone that we knew and loved that has died. Maybe a
friend, a family member, or even a pet. When someone special
dies, it can be a very hard and sad time. Our scripture story
today is about a woman named Mary of Magdala. Mary was a special
friend of Jesus (his mother was also named Mary, but the Mary in
today’s story is a different Mary). This story takes place just
after Jesus died. Just like many of us, Mary felt very sad when
someone so special to her died. Let’s read to find out what
happened. Read John 20:1-18 from Ralph Milton’s Lectionary Story
Bible Year A. Light the re-lighting candle and hold it up.
During Jesus’ lifetime his body was busy doing work. He used his
life to help others and to love all people. He shined light into
the world. Bu