In pictures: 'Tis the season to be jolly
Besides prayers and services taking place in churches across the country, plays are also being performed in schools in connection with the celebrations. Photo: OINN
(Web Desk) – With just a few days left before Christmas, the Christian community in Pakistan is gearing up to celebrate the festivities of the season
Christmas decorations are now seen displayed by shopkeepers across the country as buyers make their way to markets in search of items to make their celebrations all the more special. Cakes and confectionaries especially prepared for Christmas are also being showcased by bakers. Besides prayers and services that took place in churches across the country, plays are also being performed in schools in connection with the celebrations.
With the recent deadly Quetta church attack having claimed nine lives, security has also been beefed up at churches across the country.
Members of Christian community are busy in shopping ahead of Christmas at a local market in Rawalpindi. Photo: OINN
A man building a decorative barn ahead of Christmas at the Don Bosco Church in Lahore. Photo: OINN
Children wear different costumes while participating in prayers at St. Thomas Church in Islamabad. Photo: OINN
A man dressed as Santa Claus greets people during prayers in connection with Christmas held at Cathedral Church in Lahore. Photo: OINN
Bishop of Cathedral Church Alexander John offering prayers ahead of Christmas. Photo: OINN
A local bakery in Rawalpindi displaying Christmas cakes to attract customers. Photo: OINN
Members of Christian community in Karachi buy Christmas decoration at Bohra Bazaar. Photo: OINN
Girls present a skit during a ceremony in held in Attock in connection with Christmas celebrations. Photo: OINN
Christian community busy shopping ahead of Christmas in Saddar area in Karachi. Photo: OINN
Colourful Christmas decorations being displayed by shopkeepers in Lahore. Photo: Roznama Dunya
Christmas decorations adorn markets in Karachi. Photo: OINN
St. Patrick’s Church in Karachi illuminated with colorful lights to celebrate Christmas. Photo: OINN
