As Easter weekend dawns, many in the Catholic community are reflecting about the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. One TV programs that is helping the faithful understand His story in a new way is The Chosen. This popular series tells the story of Jesus, but with a twist, illustrating His life through the eyes of the people who followed Him.
In addition to engaging in activities such as Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter Sunday Mass like Carolina, the ILS community can also add The Chosen to their list of Holy Week activities.
Instead of focusing solely on the person of Jesus, The Chosen dives deep into the lives of the disciples, Mary Magdalene, and others who met Jesus and were changed forever. Each episode shows what it might have been like to be one of His followers, to hear His teachings, and to see His miracles up close.
“I have never heard of The Chosen,” shared sophomore Isabella Sanchez.
The show helps viewers see that thoe who followed Jesus were real, everyday people. They had struggles, doubts, and fears, just like the faithful have today. But when they met Jesus, their lives were never the same.
Easter is the time when Christians remember the most important part of Jesus’ story— His death on the cross and His resurrection three days later. It’s a time of hope and new life. The Chosen helps Christians everywhere prepare for Easter by illustrating why Jesus came, and how He changed the world.
Many families are watching the show together to learn more about their faith. Some churches are even using the episodes in their Bible study groups. With each season, more people are finding new ways to connect with the story of Jesus.
As Easter approaches, The Chosen reminds that the story of Jesus isn’t just something from the past. It’s still changing hearts today. Watching the show is a great way to understand His love, His mission, and why Easter matters so much.Whether you’ve grown up hearing about Jesus’ teachings or are simply curious to learn more, The Chosen is a powerful way to see His story in a fresh, moving way.
