Mangalore: Thousands Attend Easter Vigil Mass in Churches Across City
Pics: Dayanand Kukkaje
Daijiworld Media Network - Mangalore
Mangalore, Apr 7: Christians across the twin districts of Dakshina Kannada and Udupi began Easter celebrations on Saturday April 7 evening, commemorating the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Easter Vigil at Bishop's House and St Sebastian Church, Bendore
The Holy Week which began with Palm Sunday, culminates with the Easter Sunday. Maundy Thursday and Good Friday marked the passion of Christ and crucification, respectively.
The Easter Vigil Masses were attended by thousands of faithful in their respective parishes, and even at the Bishop's House. The congregation lit candles signifying the victory of light over darkness and thereby enlightenment. Chanting of psalms and scriptures resonated in the air.
The candlelight ceremonies included the blessing of the Pascal candle and blessing of fire and holy water. The church organ, which in the Lenten season was silent, was enlivened by the choirs.
Dubai:
Udupi:
Chikmagalur
Mangalore:
- Sacred Heart Church, Surathkal
- Corpus Christi Church, Moodbidri
- Vincent De Ferrer Church, Valencia
- Infant Jesus Shrine, Bikarnakatte
- Holy Cross Church, Kulshekar
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