GRAND RAPIDS, MI – I have always looked forward to Easter weekend, kicking off this Good Friday, as a person of faith and someone who enjoys family and close friends fellowshipping.
I grew up being told that Lent helps us prepare to live in the hope and receive the promise. Many people will gather this weekend for church, brunch and Easter egg hunts. It is a joyful time, and we can all use more of that in our lives.
While there was some positive news this week, articles about the upcoming murder trial of former Grand Rapids police officer Christopher Schurr resonated with a lot of readers. Reporters John Agar, Bradley Massman and John Tunison shared a few stories about the April 28 trial, regarding the deadly traffic stop and struggle that ended in the death of Congolese immigrant Patrick Lyoya, 26…