This weekend marks an intersection of three major religions - Judaism - Christianity - Islam. For the first time in 30 years each has a major holiday occurring this weekend, even though each religion uses different calendars to establish holiday dates.

Friday night began the weeklong holiday of Passover with families and friends gathered around tables experiencing the Seder, recalling the Exodus from Egyptian slavery.

Today, Christians around the world celebrate the resurrection of Jesus after his crucifixion three days earlier. (Eastern Christians will celebrate next Sunday)

While these two holidays often occur close, the holy month of Ramadan is based on an uncorrected lunar calendar and rarely coincides with Easter and Passover.

Regardless of your religious affiliation or none, the season of Spring is a time for rebirth and renewal and with that the ever important hope for peace, security and justice for all people.

-Harriet