The 2,000th anniversary of the resurrection presents an extraordinary opportunity for the church to invite the world to hear the gospel and celebrate the risen Jesus. Will we seize it—or allow Easter 2033 to become business as usual? In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Jason Watson speaks with JC2033 founder Olivier Fleury about the vision to mobilise Christians around the world for the 2,000th anniversary of the resurrection of Jesus. Together, they explore why Easter 2033 cannot simply be another church celebration, but an opportunity for Christians to unite across traditions, proclaim the risen Christ, and creatively invite the world to celebrate with them. Olivier also shares his own journey of calling and nearly two decades of building relationships around this vision, offering encouragement for leaders to dream big, start small, remain humble, and faithfully pursue what God has placed before them. Main Points Easter 2033 is a unique missional opportunity. The anniversary gives the church an extraordinary moment to turn outward and make the resurrection known. JC2033 is a movement, not simply an event. The vision is for locally shaped expressions in nations, cities, neighbourhoods, churches, and homes around the world. Unity strengthens our witness. Drawing from John 17, Olivier argues that Christian unity is not an end in itself—it serves the mission of helping the world know and believe in Jesus. Celebration can become proclamation. Music, art, meals, public gatherings, street parties, and other creative expressions can help take the message of the resurrection beyond the walls of the church. Every Christian has something to contribute. The vision is not dependent on famous leaders or large organisations; families, churches, and individual believers can all bring what God has placed in their hands. Faithfulness takes time. Building trust, relationships, and collaborative movements often requires years—even decades—of perseverance. The question is not only what will happen in 2033, but what we will do now. Olivier challenges Christians to begin praying, building relationships, imagining possibilities, and preparing their communities today. Call to Action What could your church, ministry, family, or community do to help the world hear that Jesus is risen? Visit JC2033 to explore the vision and begin considering how you could participate. Then share this episode with a pastor, ministry leader, or Christian friend who could help you start the conversation locally. Links & Resources JC2033 — Learn more about the global movement preparing for the 2,000th anniversary of the resurrection of Jesus. JC2033 Mission and Values — Explore the movement’s emphasis on unity, witness, and celebration and its call for Christians to proclaim together that Christ is risen. Then the World Will Know! by Olivier Fleury — Olivier’s first book tells the story behind the vision for JC2033 and the journey of preparing for the anniversary. The JC2033 website lists translations in more than 20 languages. Then the World Will Believe! by Olivier Fleury — Olivier’s 2026 sequel shares further stories from around the world as relationships and initiatives develop toward 2033. Olivier’s book offer: During the interview, Olivier invites listeners to email info@jc2033.world to request a digital copy of his first book. Guest Bio Olivier Fleury is the founder of JC2033, a global movement mobilising Christians toward unity and witness in preparation for the 2,000th anniversary of the resurrection of Jesus in 2033. He previously served with Youth With A Mission, including as national leader of YWAM Switzerland, and spent more than 13 years developing Alpha across the French-speaking world. Since 2017, Olivier has devoted himself fully to developing the JC2033 vision around the world.
