With the rest of the world and country, Nagaland observed Palm Sunday on March to commemorate Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem and the beginning of the Holy Week.
Wokha: Citizens across Wokha joyfully observed Palm Sunday, marking the beginning of Holy Week. Sunday school students were seen moving through the town, singing hymns and carrying palm leaves in remembrance of triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem.
At the Clock Tower, citizens and children gathered to sing “Hosanna,” creating a vibrant spiritual atmosphere. Many Sunday school students were dressed in biblical-style costumes, depicting scenes from scripture.
Pastors across various churches delivered sermons highlighting the significance of the day, emphasizing humility, faith, and peace. The celebrations reflected unity and devotion as the community came together in prayer and praise, marking the beginning of the sacred journey towards Easter. (Correspondent)
Jotsoma: Jotsoma celebrated Palm Sunday on March 29, 2026 marking the start of Holy Week and commemorated Jesus Christ’s triumphal entry into Jerusalem. Worshippers typically celebrated with processions, blessing, and the waving of palm branches, echoing the crowds who greeted Jesus before his crucifixion.
Main celebrant Rev. Fr. C. Joseph, Counsellor of St. Joseph’s College (Autonomous) Jakhama said in his homily that the day’s celebration can be said to be bittersweet. It is joyful and sorrowful at the same time. He asked the congregation to reflect on how we have received our Saviour, who gave his life for our redemption. He also invoked prayers for Jerusalem where due to war and instability in the region, the traditional celebrations of Palm Sunday cannot take place as usual.
Christ the King Church Kohima Village: Christ the King Church, Kohima village celebrated Palm Sunday along with the rest of Nagaland with a Palm Sunday procession.
SFS Parish: A mammoth turnout of Catholic faithful from St. Francis de Sales (SFS) Parish Kohima Town, celebrated Palm Sunday, commemorating Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem with a solemn procession and Eucharistic celebration in the state capital city.
The procession began at Old MLA Hostel, where believers gathered and received blessed palm leaves.
The congregation then proceeded to Capital Cultural Hall for Mass, chanting prayers and singing hymns during the solemn procession.
Parish priest Rev. Fr. Mathew Mhabemo led the subsequent Eucharistic service.
Delivering the homily, Fr. Peter highlighted Jesus’ humble entry into Jerusalem, marking the start of His mission to serve. He said Jesus established God’s kingdom with love, not power.
Fr. Peter reminded the faithful of Jesus’ victory over sin and death on the cross, urging them to commit to His mission. The priest noted how the crowd turned against Jesus – like Judas who betrayed Christ, the soldiers who crucified Him, and the people who rejected Him, including those closest to Him.
Fr. Peter stressed serving others with love, adding, “To lead is to serve. Be faithful and look to Him.”
Earlier, Visazhünuo Carmila led the opening proceedings, Mulirhü Teresa read the first reading (Isaiah 50:4-7), and Sweety Khrumo gave the second reading (Philippians 2:6-11).
Fr. Mathew along with Loreni Martha, Francis Phom, Piviholi, and Joel Kikon, took part in the Passion Narrative. Daivei administered the Prayer of the Faithful. The choir consisted of youth members from different communities of the parish.
The celebration followed the Way of the Cross at Kohima Cathedral, kicking off Holy Week.