St. Joseph Basilica

Dear St. Joseph Family,

A blessed and joyful Easter to you all. As it is with Christmas, Easter is not simply one day, but an entire season that extends until Pentecost Sunday on May 23rd. During this time, we celebrate Jesus’ rising from the grave on Easter Sunday, as well as the period of time he remained with the early Church community until His Ascension 40 days after the Resurrection. I imagine those were incredible days for the Apostles, our Blessed Mother, and many others who encountered the risen Lord as he continued to teach and heal. The Church offers us this extended period of time in order to draw us into this experience of remaining with Jesus so that He can teach and heal us as well. (here for full message)