RAJSHAHI, Dec 25, 2020 (BSS) – Christmas Day, the largest religious festival of the Christians community, was celebrated here with much enthusiasm and festive mood today.
A large number of Christians rushed to the nearby churches to offer prayers.
Marking the day, a special prayer was organized at city church at 7.30 in the morning following health safety measures due to the present novel coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic situation.
Earlier on Thursday night, a midnight prayer was arranged at Baganpara Church from 6 pm to 11 pm.
On the other hand, one and a half hour long special prayers program was organized at Court Mission Church at 9.30 am today followed by a friendly feast at noon.
Besides, special prayers were offered at different churches in the city including Dingadoba Church commemorating Jesus Christ along with seeking peace, progress and prosperity of the world including Bangladesh.
Marking the great celebration, the city’s churches were decorated and illuminated.
Local dignitaries and professional leaders accompanied by others visited various celebrating sites of the city and exchanged pleasantries with them.