Daijiworld Media Network - Mangaluru/Udupi
Mangaluru/Udupi, Apr 13: Christians across Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts marked Palm Sunday on April 13 with solemnity and devotion, ushering in the beginning of Holy Week.
The day commemorates the triumphant entry of Jesus into Jerusalem, where He was welcomed by crowds waving palm leaves and chanting "Hosanna." Following tradition, parishioners gathered at various churches holding blessed palm fronds and participated in processions through the streets, re-enacting the historic event.
Our Lady of Miracles Church, Milagres, Mangaluru
St Philip Neri Church in Basrur, Kundapur
In Mangaluru, Udupi, and several coastal parishes, the faithful marched together with prayers and hymns, symbolizing the victory of good over evil. Special masses were held across churches to celebrate the occasion.
Palm Sunday marks the start of Holy Week, the most sacred time in the Christian calendar, leading to the observances of Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and culminating in the celebration of Easter.
Large numbers of devotees turned out for the services, as churches across the region resounded with the chant of "Hosanna," reaffirming their faith and devotion.
Palm Sunday celebrations at various churches:
- Infant Jesus church, Bikarnakatte
- St Lawrence Cathedral, Beltangady
- Sacred Heart Church, Surathkal
- St Sebastian Church, Bendur
- Holy Family Church, Chakala, Mumbai
- Our Lady Of Loretto Church, Amtady, Bantwal
- St Teresa Church, Paldane
- Vailankanni Church, Farla
- Christ The King Church, Kayyar
- Holy Family Church, Omzoor
- St Vincent Ferrer Church, Valencia