Like other parts of the globe, Christians in Pakistan on Sunday celebrated Christmas with religious zeal and enthusiasm. The day started with special prayers at churches. Christmas trees were decorated with lights and colourful balls in Christian colonies, outside shopping malls and alongside important roads. Christians renewed their commitment to follow the teachings of their religion in letter and spirit. Special ceremonies and masses were held in all churches across the country with prayers for peace and stability in the country. In Rawalpindi and Islamabad, prayers were held at Catholic and Protestant churches.
The biggest services were held at Catholic Church Lal Kurti and Protestant Church on the Mall Road in Rawalpindi. In Islamabad, a prayer service was held at the Khatoon Fatima Church. Special prayers were offered for progress, prosperity and solidarity of the country. A large number of people attended the service. The Capital Development Authority (CDA) organised a special bazaar at G-6 to facilitate Christians on Christmas. The federal government made comprehensive security arrangements on Christmas Eve and special deployment of police was ensured at churches and public places.
