1. The Resurrection
Mary Magdalene and the other Mary came to see the tomb. An angel appeared and said, "Do not be afraid! I know that you are seeking Jesus the crucified. He is not here, for He has been raised just as He said." (Mt 28:1-10) ...
  1. The body of Jesus is placed in the tomb on the evening of Good Friday.
  2. His soul descends into the dead to announce to the Just of their redemption.
  3. Fearing the body of Jesus will be taken, the chief priests place guards at the tomb.
  4. On the third day Jesus rises from the dead, glorious and immortal.
  5. The earth quakes as the angel rolls back the stone, the guards flee in terror.
  6. The holy women coming to annoint the body of Jesus are amazed and frightened to find the tomb open.
  7. An angel calms their fears: "He is not here. He has risen as He said."
  8. Jesus appears to Mary Magdalen and Peter and two disciples on the way to Emmaus.
  9. That evening He appears to the apostles behind locked doors: "Peace be unto you... do not be afraid."
  10. Jesus breathes on them and gives them the power to forgive sin.