Easter & Mardi Gras: Beads, Bunnies & the Empty Tomb
Hosted by Caleb Adams, Ryan James
Show Notes
In Louisiana, Easter means resurrection—and crawfish. So how do we celebrate Christ faithfully in a culture full of king cakes, parades, and Easter baskets?
In this episode, Caleb and Ryan dig into the tension between cultural traditions and gospel truth — asking why Easter matters, how we should approach Lent and Mardi Gras, and whether church calendars and chocolate bunnies help or hurt our witness.
It’s a fun, honest, and deeply practical conversation rooted in Southwest Louisiana — and the hope of the empty tomb.
Questions in This Episode
- Why is Easter the most important day in history?
- Should we call it “Easter” or “Resurrection Sunday”?
- Can Christians participate in Lent and still keep their focus on Christ?
- How should believers navigate Mardi Gras in Southwest Louisiana?
- Do bunnies, baskets, and eggs belong in the life of the Church?
- Is the church calendar (like Holy Week) helpful—or just habit?
- Does the actual date of Easter even matter?