Easter season with a difference: With empty churches and parks, it's Easter like no other

Catholic priest in charge of Homa Bay Cathedral Fr Francis Lesso (middle) during a prayer service on April 10, 2020. [James Omoro/Standard]

The streets were deserted. Not a sight of people dressed up, hurrying to church as has been the norm during Easter. The shops were devoid of the “Easter Sale” notices designed to lure custom. 

Pascha – the feast to celebrate the resurrection of Christ failed to live up to its name, as there was no public feasting. The preaching that defines the day was replaced by silence as people remained indoors.