The message I want to share with you today is contained in an ancient liturgy of the Church. We call it the passing of the peace. “The Peace of Christ be with you.” “And also with you.” It is the peace of God which passes all understanding that I want to offer you today.

I. May the Peace of Christ Rule in Our Minds

At dark last Easter Sunday I found myself tired, pleased, satisfied, and at peace, that we had shared a great day of worship together. The disciples come to their first Easter evening afraid, anxious, and locked behind closed doors.

Somebody said the mind has a world of its own, and in itself can make a hell of heaven or a heaven of hell. Books promising peace of mind are some of the best-selling books on the market today. We live in a world of fear.

I had lunch with the Pre…