Butterflies are recognized around the world as symbols of change and transformation. More than 28,000 species of butterflies represent the insect's differences, though often, they are categorized as the same. Not a single human is exactly alike, yet everyone is created in the same way.
Butterflies begin life in one form, but end it in another. It begins as a crawling creature that hibernates in a cocoon and re-enters the world able to fly, often used a symbol of resurrection in Christianity. As Christ died on the cross, was buried in a tomb, and came to life again, He brought hope of life after death. The butterfly "dies" as a caterpillar, is buried in a cocoon, and transforms into new-life, able to take flight, symbolic of a human soul into heaven.
This year at HT, the traditional Easter cross will be filled with butterflies rather than fresh cut flowers. Many students in the Sunday School program will participate in making a one or more butterflies to add to the cross. However, this is a church-wide opportunity for adults to contribute time and talents, as well. You are invited to create a butterfly for the Easter cross. A few visuals are included below, however, the creative possibilities are endless. Butterflies will be attached to the cross with wire.
Begin with a random assortment of scraps and supplies, allow yourself to ponder (hibernate) for a few minutes, and create a butterfly that has transformed from simple pieces into a beautiful new life.
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