As he prepares to welcome his family back together over the Easter holidays, King Charles has shared a very special message to mark the occasion. The statement, made public by Buckingham Palace, emphasizes the significance of the Easter story, which embodies themes of hope and love central to Christian beliefs.
The King and Queen Camilla on their way to Durham on Maundy Thursday. While there, they will participate in the traditional UK celebrations as well. Along the way at this event, they will encounter inspirational invited guests. They will hand out the ‘Maundy money’, an age-old custom and important element of Maundy Thursday celebrations. This practice of the King’s is a wonderful acknowledgement of service to one’s community and ties so beautifully into the Easter spirit.
On April 20, King Charles and Queen Camilla will attend the Easter Matins service at St George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle. Royal residence and architectural masterpiece, this historic chapel is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Easter Matins mysterious service rejoices in the resurrection of Christ. It’s a beautiful, far-reaching tradition that reunites families to reflect and connect across borders.
Easter Sunday has long been a time for families to come together, and that priority surely won’t be lost on the royal family. King Charles’s reunion with his loved ones during this period highlights the importance of familial bonds in celebrating such significant religious occasions.
The King’s message underscores the essence of the Easter story, stating, “The abiding message of Easter is that God so loved the world — the whole world — that He sent His son to live among us to show us how to love one another, and to lay down His own life for others in a love that proved stronger than death.” This message strikes at the very heart of that compassion and oneness of spirit which seems to prevail around the observance of Easter.
As King Charles prepares for his family’s reunion amidst these solemn traditions, he reflects on the deeper meanings of love and sacrifice that Easter represents. His sentiments echo the unbroken spirit that continues to unite families even amidst this joyful season.
