For the first time in Fiji, thousands of Christians are spending the Easter holiday at home with their families with the traditional large congregation sermons replaced with live-streamed services.
Easter services that are usually held at different churches around the country are now being held within households as many denominations are live streaming sermons on their social media pages.
This is due to the restrictions of the COVID-19 outbreak.
Good Friday commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and is observed as a day of sorrow and penance for all Christians.
President of the Methodist Church in Fiji and Rotuma Reverend Doctor Epineri Vakadewavosa is urging all Christians to remember those severely affected by this deadly virus in their prayers.
He also hopes those affected by Tropical Cyclone Harold will find peace as they celebrate Easter with families and loved ones beside them.
Vakadewavosa says Easter is about remembering the sacrifice Jesus Christ did for the whole world. He adds it is also the time to remind people that Jesus Christ is the Son of God and that he loves everyone equally.
Reverend Vakadewavosa says for the Holy week, church services are cancelled but it can be live-streamed on social media so that people abide by the law.
