Rallies were conducted by church organisers while children with decorated palm branches took part in the rally before finally reaching the church premises. Hundreds of people took part in the rallies carrying beautifully decorated palm branches.
Vijayawada: Palm Sunday was observed across Andhra Pradesh marking the beginning of the Holy Week, commemorating Jesus's triumphal entry into Jerusalem. Palm Sunday celebrations involve waving palm branches and attending church services, reflecting on the events leading up to Jesus's crucifixion.
Rallies were conducted by church organisers while children with decorated palm branches took part in the rally before finally reaching the church premises. Hundreds of people took part in the rallies carrying beautifully decorated palm branches.
Bishop Telagathoti Joseph Raja Rao of the Vijayawada Catholic Diocese stated that Jesus Christ entered Jerusalem to fulfill His mission of salvation. Marking Palm Sunday, also known as Manikommala Sunday, a solemn mass was celebrated at St Paul’s Cathedral under the guidance of Monsignor and Cathedral Rector Rev Father Muvvala Prasad.
The Bishop reminded the faithful that on this day, people of Jerusalem welcomed Jesus as their king and lord. He encouraged everyone to become participants in Christ's resurrection. Recalling the significance of Palm Sunday, he said the day commemorates the joyous welcome Jesus received before his crucifixion during the Holy Week.
