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    Can you recommend a healthy easter meal snack?
    John Burson
    Certified Nutritionist
    John Burson is a Certified Nutritionist, Licensed Herbalist, and Certified Personal Trainer. With over 25 years of experience, John specializes in helping clients lose weight and live healthier lives. John graduated magna cum laude and received a Bachelor’s degree in Business and Marketing from Grand Canyon University. He has also earned Thumbtack Top Pro honos for three consecutive years.
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    If you're anticipating guests for your easter holiday, healthy appetizers such as avocado-deviled eggs, french onion dip, and smoked salmon bites. These are light and healthy, yet satisfying snacks that will set the perfect tone for the event. If you want more variety, Paleo-based muffins, bread, and pancakes are great additions to any meal that offers hearty flavors without the extra carbs. And for the healthier spin on pizza, try the cauliflower crust topped with chicken or seafood and loads of veggies.
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    How should you explain Easter to children?
    Zachary Rainey
    Ordained Minister
    Rev. Zachary B. Rainey is an ordained minister with over 40 years of ministry and pastoral practice, including over 10 years as a hospice chaplain. He is a graduate of Northpoint Bible College and a member of the General Council of the Assemblies of God.
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    In regards to Easter, it is enough that an infant or toddler receives loving care that reflects the unselfish love of God found in the meaning of the Easter story. As the child matures, add details from the Gospel narrative that will provide greater understanding of the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
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    Why is Easter so important?
    Zachary Rainey
    Ordained Minister
    Rev. Zachary B. Rainey is an ordained minister with over 40 years of ministry and pastoral practice, including over 10 years as a hospice chaplain. He is a graduate of Northpoint Bible College and a member of the General Council of the Assemblies of God.
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    Easter celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ, which is the most important lesson in the Bible. Jesus gave His life to provide forgiveness, to break down the sinful barriers that people have placed between themselves and God, and to transform selfish people into a loving people.
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    What method is most helpful for dyeing eggs?
    Community Answer
    The easiest way is just to put the eggs in the food coloring refrigerate until hard.
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    Where can I find out about the history of Easter?
    Community Answer
    You can find reading material on the history of Easter online. You can also stop by your local library and pick up books regarding the history of Easter.
  • Question
    What is a good way for young teenagers to have fun in Easter?
    Community Answer
    Spend time praising the Lord, spend time with family, make a bunny cake, go to church, eat good food, have a contest, take a vacation.
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    What are other ways to celebrate Easter for kids?
    Community Answer
    Besides the eggs, try going to church, make bunny stuff, and have an Easter feast.
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    Why is Easter about bunnies?
    Community Answer
    Rabbits, or bunnies, are ancient fertility symbols of Pagan origin.The early Christian churches could not stop people from using these symbols, even after the people became Christians. So the churches tolerated the use of bunnies and eggs at Easter, and these symbols are still used today because of that.
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    How do I explain the story of Jesus to young children? They might find it upsetting. Even I find it upsetting.
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    It is because Jesus was willing to die and risk not being resurrected by God -- just to give us a chance to be saved is what is shocking about the depth of His love. Because God allowed Jesus, His only begotten Son to die, you can know that He will do anything to save you. I would read to the children about how excited and joyful the disciples and Mary Magdalene were after seeing Jesus at the resurrection.
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    How can I explain Easter to children who don't listen to me?
    Kathleen Eveness
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    You can try to explain Easter as a story, use an energetic voice, and change facial expressions. Also, try interesting them with something they can relate too, and swing them into the story. Think about explaining the tradition/ background as a fairy tale.
  • Question
    Why do we celebrate Easter?
    JoyJoysummer
    Community Answer
    To celebrate Jesus rising from the dead after he died on the cross on Good Friday!
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    Why is it called Easter?
    Community Answer
    According to Wikipedia, the term "Easter" comes from the Old English word Ä’ostre, which was their name for the month of April. The name Eostre, in turn, was the name of a false god.
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    Why do people celebrate Easter?
    Community Answer
    Easter is not about Easter eggs, or chocolate bunnies, but instead, it is about Jesus dying on Good Friday, and rising on Easter Sunday. It is the latter reason as to why people celebrate Easter.
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    What is the meaning of Easter?
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    Easter is to celebrate when Jesus died for our sins. He paid the price to die on a cross, when we otherwise would have suffered. However, he was resurrected on the third day by God to live again. You are forgiven for all your wrongs, and Jesus love you. Pray a thanks to him, and ask for forgiveness. Then you can go to heaven and be with God when you die.
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    Why is Easter celebrated on different days?
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    Perhaps you are asking why Orthodox Christians (and maybe some other Christians) celebrate Easter on a different Sunday than the rest of Christianity. The reason is because Orthodox Christians still celebrate their feast days according to the old Julian calendar, not the new Gregorian calendar that the rest of Christianity follows.
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    What should I do if my 98 year old grandpa is an Easter scrooge?
    CageyCat
    Top Answerer
    After 98 years of life, your grandfather is free to choose what he wants to believe and to practice. Maybe you could ask about what he prefers other than Easter.
  • Question
    How do I write about Easter?
    CageyCat
    Top Answerer
    It would depend what aspects you want to write about. Generally, Easter is about Resurrection and Redemption. No one expected a man, hung on a cross until he was dead, would leave his burial tomb. They thought his (dead) body had been stolen and taken away! Later, Jesus Christ showed himself to the Apostles.
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    What attire is worn to Easter mass?
    Community Answer
    Choose some Sunday best in bright colors.
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    Can children have photos with the Easter bunny as well as Santa Claus for shopping mall experiences?
    Amanda Cousins
    Community Answer
    Absolutely, since they are part of the spring and winter holidays your shopping mall has throughout the year.
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