Father Geoffrey Onsare of Nyansara Catholic Church in Bomachoge Chache,Kisii blesses congregants with holy water during a service. [Sammy Omingo, Standard]
Partnering with food banks and shelters to provide meals for those in need embodies the spirit of Easter. It is about showing love and compassion to the most vulnerable," observed Kiama.
Friends Church Nairobi Yearly Meeting Presiding Clerk Ben Simiyu encouraged congregations to collaborate with local talent.
"You could invite musicians, artists or performers to create a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere. This not only enhances your celebration but also helps spread the message of hope," he explained.
In Nyeri, Catholic Archbishop Anthony Muheria used the Chrism Mass to challenge Kenyans not to depend on politics for transformation.
"Hope will not come from politicians or academics. It will come from each of us who decides to work hope into our communities," said Muheria. "Even when promises remain unfulfilled, we must lift our neighbours. With our hands together, it is difficult to break. Hope is the one thing that cannot be taken from us."
Anglican Archbishop Jackson Ole Sapit cautioned political leaders against using harsh language in public spaces.
"Let us reason with the Saviour, not from a place of personal interest. What kind of weakness is it when we weaponise words in schools and around our children?" he posed.
"When we fight with force, our children become rebels. And they are asking us, 'Where is our future?'"
Service at Nyansara Catholic Church in Bomachoge Chache,Kisii during the marking of Easter Sunday. [Sammy Omingo, Standard]
For many this year, Easter was not about lavish meals or new clothes but about generosity, unity and purpose.
"This Easter was not about what we ate. It was about what we gave and who we became," reflected a church elder in Nairobi after an inter-denominational youth event.++++