Sounds of hymns and prayers rang in churches across the world on Sunday as Christian worshipers observed the Easter holiday by taking part in Easter mass and prayer sessions Easter, which celebrates Jesus rising from the dead, is celebrated on the Sunday following Good Friday.

Ranchi: Devotees belonging to Christian community pray on the occasion of Easter Sunday, in Ranchi, Sunday, April 17, 2022. (PTI Photo)(PTI04_17_2022_000106B)
Chichester: The Paschal candle is carried in a procession during the Dawn Liturgy of Easter service at Chichester Cathedral in Chichester, England, Sunday, April 17, 2022. AP/PTI(AP04_17_2022_000063B)
Vatican City: Pope Francis on his popemobile drives through the crowd of faithful at the end of the Catholic Easter Sunday mass he led in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican, Sunday, April 17, 2022. For many Christians, this weekend marks the first time in three years they will gather in person to celebrate Easter Sunday.AP/PTI Photo(AP04_17_2022_000140BB)
Patna: Christians light candles at Kurji Church during mass prayer on the eve of Easter, in Patna, Saturday, April 16, 2022. (PTI Photo) (PTI04_16_2022_000340B)