Dibrugarh: The Christian community in Dibrugarh joined believers around the world in observing Easter Sunday, commemorating the resurrection of Jesus Christ through prayers, hymns and devotion across churches and local cemeteries.At the Sacred Heart Cathedral, Bishop Albert Hemrom led the congregation in prayer and hymn singing, guiding the devotees through the spiritual significance of the occasion. The solemn, yet celebratory service, drew a large gathering of worshippers, with an atmosphere marked by both reverence and joy as the community came together to mark the most sacred event in the Christian calendar.Easter was also observed at the historic Christ Church in Dibrugarh, where devotees gathered to reflect on the themes of resurrection, hope, and renewal that lie at the heart of the Easter message.A special sunrise service was held at 5am at the Christian Cemetery — a tradition that carries profound emotional and spiritual significance for the community. The early morning service was conducted by Rev. N Swargowari, accompanied by Rev. T Sangma.Members of Christ Church, joined by devotees from the Baptist Church in Khaliamari, gathered at the cemetery to pay homage to their departed loved ones.“Easter is a time to reflect on the promise of resurrection — not just of Jesus Christ, but of hope in our own lives. We come here not only to pray, but to remember — to feel the presence of those we have lost and to find peace in the belief that death is not the end,” said Rev. Swargowari.
