Happy Easter to you all. Today, as the sun rises on this 5th of April, 2026, we gather to celebrate the most profound event in human history: the resurrection of Jesus Christ. It is a day where the heavy silence of the tomb is replaced by a song of victory, and the shadows of Friday are finally chased away by the light of an empty grave.
The heart of our faith rests on a simple, life-changing truth: He is not here; he has risen. In the Gospel of Luke, we find the cornerstone of our hope: “But on the first day of the week, at early dawn, they came to the tomb, taking the spices that they had prepared. They found the stone rolled away from the tomb, but when they went in, they did not find the body. While they were perplexed about this, suddenly two men in dazzling clothes stood beside them... The men said to them, 'Why do you look for the living among the dead? He is not here, but has risen.'” - Luke 24:1-6 (NRSV).
The resurrection isn’t just a historical footnote; it is the ultimate proof that love is stronger than death and grace is louder than sin. Because Christ rose, we know that our struggles are not the end of the story. There is a promise of renewal for every broken heart and a fresh start for every soul.
A Weekend of Remembrance and Legacy: This particular Easter weekend carries a double weight of gratitude for our community. Yesterday, April 4th, marked a significant milestone - the foundation day of the Thangkhal Christian Association (TCA). Established in 1981 in M. Tanglian village, TCA was inaugurated by Rev. H. Chinzakhai (Sia Khai), with the foundation stone unveiled by Pu Khuphenpau, President of Thangkhal Peoples Organisation (TPO). Since its inception, TCA has served as the primary vessel for spreading the Gospel throughout the Thangkhal community. It is a legacy of faith that continues to sustain us decades later. In honour of this foundation day, the members of Thangkhal Baptist Church (TBC-ABA) Delhi, led by our local pastor, Thangdoulal and social worker, MG Muanlal Thangkhal, made a poignant visit yesterday. Our members gathered at the Alpha Christian Cemetery in Vijay Vihar Rohini to visit the burial site of Rev. Khaikhanthang, who began as an evangelist since the inauguration of TCA. Standing there, we were reminded that while we mourn our leaders, we do not mourn as those without hope. The same power that raised Jesus from the dead ensures that those who sleep in Him will also rise.
We also have a quiet reason to smile as we look at our church news today. By the grace of God, our TBCD Sunday Newsletter is officially entering its 5th year. Since its start on 20 March 2022, it has been a small but steady bridge connecting our hearts and sharing the Word. It is a testament to God’s faithfulness in the small things that grow into lasting traditions.
As we celebrate this Resurrection Sunday, our hearts are full. We offer our deepest thanksgiving to God for the gift of His Son. We remember with pride our TCA Foundation Day and the pioneers who paved the way. We celebrate the 5th anniversary of our newsletter, and above all, we rejoice in the Risen Christ. May the joy of the empty tomb fill your homes and your hearts today.
Hallelujah, He is risen indeed!
~ TBCD NEWSLETTER | EASTER SUNDAY | 05.04.2026
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