Preparations For Grand Festival Of Christmas Gain Momentum In Capital
Rukhshan Mir (@rukhshanmir) Published December 17, 2018 | 05:07 PM
With only a week left in the celebrations of grand festival of Christmas to start, Christian community residing in federal capital, like other parts of the world, is finalizing their preparations to mark this important occasion in befitting manner.
ISLAMABAD, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 17th Dec, 2018 ) :With only a week left in the celebrations of grand festival of Christmas to start, Christian community residing in Federal capital, like other parts of the world, is finalizing their preparations to mark this important occasion in befitting manner. With every passing day till the eve of Christmas, the Christian community prepares to celebrate the festivity with more enthusiasm and renewed spirit, feeling the echo of church bells that announce the birth of Jesus.� The grand festival of Christian community will be marked through different activities ranging from official gatherings to cake cutting ceremonies at the level of small communities.
The joyous occasion will fill the atmosphere with colors,symbols and traditions of Christmas that mainly includes Christmas�Tree, Santa Clause, Carols and Christmas gifts.
The youngsters studying in various educational institutions run by the churches are rehearsing for tableau and carols to present these on the day of Christmas to add more charm to this festival.
All young and old are visiting Sunday bazaars and markets of twin cities to shop for themselves and their loved ones while youth looks more interested in decorating Christmas tree and buying Christmas cards and gifts to show their love to their family and friends.
Aleena Masih, a young girl said, "I have finalized my preparations for celebrating this years' Christmas festival with my family and friends.
This festival has great significance for our whole community as this is the time to spread love among all".� "On this occasion, we should follow the philosophy of Jesus Christ which is based on love, brotherhood, peace and harmony to create a peaceful society and end hatred, prejudices and extremism", she said.
The main ritual of the Christmas celebration is decoration of Christmas tree to welcome the arrival of Santa Claus also known as Father Christmas.
The Christmas tree is usually decked with different ornaments including baubles, small bells painted gold or silver, stars of different shapes and sizes, pine cones, apples, candies, tinsel and balloons made from glass, metal, wood and ceramic. An angel and star is often placed at the top of the tree representing the host of angels.� Amir Masih, father of three children, said, "All my children are more excited to place the decorated Christmas tree in our home and invite all their friends to share their excitement and happiness".
He said, we have finalized all the preparations, bought dresses, shoes and accessories for the family and now we just have to buy some gifts and order cake before the Christmas day.
Christmas is one of the biggest celebrations for the people belonging to the Christian faith. With the world becoming a global village, the spirit of Christmas crosses borders and people can see how enthusiastically the festival is celebrated at different places.
Related Topics
Recent Stories
Robinson, bowlers help New Zealand go 2-1 up against Pakistan
Shahzeb Chachar to hold khuli kachehri on April 26
Heatwave amid Israel's aggression in Gaza brings new misery, disease risk
Tourism must change, mayor says as Venice launches entry fee
Court adjourns Judicial Complex attack case till May 17
Nasreen Noori’s book ‘Popatan Jahra Khwab’ launched
Wafaqi Mohtasib inspection team visits Excise and taxation office
AJLAC announces 5th Conference titled ‘People’s Mandate: Safeguarding Civil ..
Pak-US officials engage to enhance trade, investment ties
IBCC to promote educational excellence, expand regional presence
Pakistani 'Blue Helmets' serving UN Peacekeeping Mission in DR Congo set to leav ..
Putin says plans to visit China in May
More Stories From Pakistan
-
Naval Chief participates in 19th Western Pacific Naval Symposium in China
3 hours ago -
Int'l symposium addresses capacity building for safe, environmentally sound ship recycling in Pakist ..
3 hours ago -
Shahzeb Chachar to hold khuli kachehri on April 26
3 hours ago -
Court adjourns Judicial Complex attack case till May 17
3 hours ago -
Nasreen Noori’s book ‘Popatan Jahra Khwab’ launched
4 hours ago -
Wafaqi Mohtasib inspection team visits Excise and taxation office
4 hours ago
-
AJLAC announces 5th Conference titled ‘People’s Mandate: Safeguarding Civil Rights in South Asia ..
4 hours ago -
IBCC to promote educational excellence, expand regional presence
4 hours ago -
Pakistan embassy organizes scholarship award ceremony in Kathmandu
4 hours ago -
SC to hear case pertaining IHC judges' letter on April 30
4 hours ago -
SC orders removal of barriers outside buildings in Karachi
4 hours ago -
PFA launches crackdown, impose fine for selling expired drinks, food items
4 hours ago