Christmas was celebrated in Theni – Theni district. At 12:00 pm the gospel of the Nativity was announced. Special collective prayer took place. Priests presented gifts to those who set up the best huts. Arrangements were made by Josephus.Theni NRD, City CSI, St. Paul’s Church, Announcing the birth of Jesus Christ at 4:00 am on the eve of Christmas, the Eucharist was presided over by Pastor Jacob Winsil. Assistant Pastor Shamjepathurai presided. A special prayer was held at 9:30 p.m. Priests led by Arappadithevanpatti Christ Glory Church and many others participated in the special communion service at the New Age Christian Churches in the Mother Indira Colony. Arrangements were made by CSI, St. Paul’s Ecclesiastical Secretary John Iruthayaraj, and Treasurer Robert Kennedy. Lawyers Siniwasakam, Alakendran, Balasubramaniam and female lawyers were present. The Christmas hut shone with colored lights. Midnight prayers began at 11:30 pm and lasted until early morning. Pastor Joseph led the prayer. The great bell in the church rang at midnight. This watch was purchased 50 years ago from France. Its sound, which is heard only on Christmas and New Year’s days, can be heard up to 10 km away. Vidya Vidya prayers were also held at Kambam, Uthamapalaiyam and Chinnamanur churches. Church President Gyanamuthu and Treasurer Sellathurai participated. The art show took place on Mata Kovil Street. Christians gave cakes to their relatives and friends and shared the joy.
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