This feature is coordinated by The Post-Standard, Syracuse.com and InterFaith Works of CNY. Follow this theme and author posted Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday. Easter joy for Christians goes beyond mere celebration; it embodies the profound belief in the transformative nature of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. This event signifies God’s triumph over sin and death, offering believers a renewed sense of hope and purpose. Each Easter, Christians commemorate this miraculous event through worship and reflection, celebrating the promise of eternal life. The joy of Easter manifests in various traditions, such as sunrise services that honor the moment of resurrection and joyous gatherings with family and friends. These practices reinforce the message of hope and renewal, encouraging believers to carry the light of Christ into their daily lives. Bishop Colette Matthews Carter is a retired pastor and serves as the director of the El-Hindi Center for Dialogue & Action at InterFaith Works CNY.