Addis Ababa, April 10, 2026 (FMC) — Christians across Ethiopia today solemnly observed Good Friday, commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ through prayers, fasting, reflection, and religious services held nationwide.
The observance brought together believers across denominations in remembrance of Christ’s sacrifice and its profound spiritual significance.
The observance included the reading of Gospel passages recounting the crucifixion, deep reflection on Christ’s suffering, and moments of prostration and prayer.
The Church’s leaders and fathers underscored that the crucifixion represents the ultimate expression of love, forgiveness, and unity, calling on believers to contemplate the mystery of salvation and embody humility, compassion, and reconciliation in their daily lives.
Across Catholic churches nationwide, the faithful commemorated the day through prayers, worship, hymns, and reflection.
At Addis Ababa’s Lideta Mariam Catholic Cathedral, Berhaneyesus Demerew Souraphiel, Metropolitan Archbishop of Addis Abeba and President of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Ethiopia, delivered a message urging Christians to embrace forgiveness and prayer.
He recalled Christ’s forgiveness of the thief crucified beside Him and called on believers to pursue repentance and reconciliation.
Ethiopian Evangelical churches also observed the occasion with prayers, thanksgiving, sermons, and hymns.
Church leaders emphasized that the crucifixion signifies the fulfillment of God’s promise of salvation and serves as a call for believers to live in love, humility, and service to others.
They further highlighted that Christ’s suffering and sacrifice form the foundation of humanity’s redemption, urging the faithful to practice compassion and forgiveness in their daily lives.
Across the country, the day was marked by solemn religious observances, scriptural reflections, and collective worship, uniting Christians in honoring the sacrifice of Jesus Christ.