Christmas celebrations on full swing

Bhubaneswar Dec 25:

Christmas celebrated with full spirit  visits to churches, singing of carols and exchange of greetings and gifts in different parts of Odisha today.

Masses   of Christian community gathered  and  singing Christmas hymns and prayers at churches across the state.

Churches were decorated with lights, candles, Christmas trees and bells to celebrate the festival commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ.

“Jesus Christ came to earth on this day to liberate us from our sins. We celebrate this day to remind us of the sacrifices he made for us. We attend the midnight mass and offered prayers at the church to mark the occasion,” said Lawrence at Catholic Church of Bhubaneswar.