Srinagar, Dec 25 (KNS): The miniscule Christian population of Kashmir Sunday celebrated Christmas with traditional enthusiasm and religious fervour as the devotees thronged churches for mass and held special prayers for peace across the Valley amid the unabated cold wave.
The biggest mass in the Valley was held at the Holy Family Catholic Church at Maulana Azad Road in the heart of Srinagar city, where hundreds of Christians, including women and children, assembled to celebrate the birthday of Jesus Christ and held special prayers.
As part of midnight celebrations, chorus prayers were also organised. Large number of community members participated in the midnight mass. Later special prayers were led by the Father of the church.
On the occasion the father of the church threw light on the teachings of Jesus Christ and sent across a message of peace and love.(KNS)