Here is my thesis: the greatest public service the church can perform for its community, and for the world, is this: celebrate Easter. A true, beautiful and good celebration of Easter.

Here is the proof of my thesis: last year’s “Resurrection Sunday Dance,” that took place in Budapest, Hungary, where God is up to some amazing things. This very moment on Easter Sunday Christians are “Resurrection Dancing” at various capitols and courtyards around the world. But here is my favorite one from 2010 Resurrection Sunday in Budapest, Hungary:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i5dSIL358NM&feature=related

Can anyone watch this dance, or join the dance, and not have a heart full of Easter? Can anyone watch this dance and not feel resurrection everywhere? For resurrection is all about a 4 letter word …