Christians across Kuwait gathered in reverence and celebration over the weekend to observe Good Friday and Easter Sunday, two of the most sacred days in the Christian calendar. Services, community events, and family gatherings reflected both the spiritual significance of the occasion and the country’s commitment to religious tolerance.
In a nation where Islam is the official religion, Kuwait continues to embrace its religiously diverse population. Christian residents, including Filipinos, Indians, Egyptians, Lebanese, Westerners, and African expatriates, were able to worship freely and openly.
Churches such as the National Evangelical Church of Kuwait, Holy Family Cathedral, the Coptic Church, and Life Abundant International Church (LAIF) held multilingual services from Good Friday through Easter Sunday. Services were conducted in English, Arabic, Tagalog, and Malayalam, highlighting the multicultural composition of Kuwait’s Christian community.
Bishop Jonathan Njoku of LAIF delivered an uplifting Easter message, urging worshippers to remain steadfast in faith and unity. “Good Friday and Easter are celebrations of life triumphing over death and light conquering darkness. It is a time for Christians to reaffirm their commitment to hope, love, and charity,” he said.
The weekend’s celebrations once again demonstrated Kuwait’s enduring tradition of peaceful coexistence and respect for religious freedom.
