Meghalaya: Religious fervor marks Good Friday in Manipur

Along with the rest of the world, Christian denominations across Manipur and Meghalaya observed Good Friday on April 2. In remembrance of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, the day is observed with songs of worship, prayers, and fasting. “Our message and prayer is for universal peace and we have been praying especially for this Holy week so that the world may enjoy the peace which is offered by God in our lives “, says Rev Father Joseph, Parish Priest, Mary Immaculate Parish. Prayers and masses were held at the Cathedral of Mary Help of Christians in Shillong. Good Friday is followed by Easter, the glorious celebration of the day Jesus was raised from the dead, heralding his victory over sin and death.