The Lord Jesus is indeed risen from the dead. We rejoice in hope, as we celebrate the great fifty days of Eastertide. During this holy season, we chant over and over at all the Offices and at Mass, "Alleluia," which means literally "Praise God!" In the chant repertoire there are myriad variations. Some alleluias convey a quiet joy, a sense of joyful repose after a long ordeal. Others are more exuberant; so many ways to express the almost inexpressible. With our Alleluias we give voice to our joy and thanksgiving for all that the Father has given us in Christ Jesus our Lord, now risen from the dead.
Photograph by Brother Brian.