Mangalore : The Christian community of Mangalore celebrated the 40-day Lenten Season and the Holy Week including the Maundy Thursday and Good Friday concluded with the grand Easter in all the churches on the evening of April 23, Saturday.
The joyful resurrection of Lord Jesus Christ was celebrated by the Christians on Easter Sunday, which is being celebrated all over the world.
The devotees sit in darkness and wait for the parish priests to light Easter Candles from the new fire, just before the festive mass.
Later the new fire and the candle are taken in a short procession while parishioners light candles at the entire church.
The festive Easter Mass is celebrated on Saturday evening, Holy Masses will be held in churches on Easter Sunday morning for the convenience of the devotees.