Today as we await at the Lord's tomb, we recall and meditate on His suffering and Death. His death on the Cross has brought about the act of redemption and salvation for all who believe in Him. In this quiet and solemn waiting for the celebration of the Lord's resurrection, we remain in the Spirit of hope and peace in our hearts.

This silent waiting leads us to the celebration during this night - The Easter Vigil as in Exodus 12:42. The first part of the vigil, we are reminded of the need to keep vigilant in having our lamps lit so as to be awake when the Lord arrives. This also leads us through the journey towards light followed by the awareness and gratitude for all the wonderful deeds of the Lord.

The Liturgy of Baptism for the new members of the Church bears witness to a community who is evangelizing and as all faithful renew their baptism promises tonight.

This is followed by the celebration of the Eucharist which is the culmination of the whole journey of the Paschal Mystery (Passion, Death and Resurrection) in the Resurrection of Jesus, our Lord. We have indeed become the Easter people who bring peace, joy and hope to all.