Christ is Risen
Easter Sunday – April 20, 2025
First Reading: Acts 10:34-43
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 118
Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 15:19-26
Gospel Reading: Luke 24:1-12
Homily by +Bp. Romie- Jun Peñalosa
In his powerful Easter Sunday homily, Bishop Romie-Jun Peñalosa joyfully proclaimed the central truth of the Christian faith: Christ is risen!
Looking at the Biblical account of the resurrection, Bishop Peñalosa highlighted two contrasting perspectives. On one hand, there is the perspective of the disciples. They saw, heard, and personally experienced the risen Christ. As a result, they boldly proclaimed the life-changing message: Christ is risen.
On the other hand, the Pharisees spread a very different story. They claimed that Jesus’ disciples had stolen His body while the guards were asleep. Even today, many continue to believe this alternative explanation.
At this point in his homily, Bishop Romie-Jun posed two important questions: Whose version do you believe? And whose version will you proclaim? These are not just theological questions—they are life-defining choices. One leads to doubt, confusion, and spiritual death. The other leads to faith, hope, and everlasting life.
Therefore, believe today that Christ is risen, because our lives are deeply connected to His. If Christ is resurrected, then we, too, are resurrected with Him. This truth offers not only hope for the future but also purpose for today.
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