Accra, April 5, GNA – Christians across the world today are marking Easter Sunday, also known as Pascha or Resurrection Sunday, to commemorate the resurrection of Jesus Christ, three days after His crucifixion.
Easter Sunday is the heart of the Christian faith, symbolising hope, renewal, and victory over death.
According to the New Testament, the resurrection occurred on the third day after Jesus’ burial, following His crucifixion on Good Friday by the Romans at Calvary, also called Golgotha.
Believers celebrate Jesus Christ’s triumph over death through His resurrection, which offers hope of salvation to humanity.
In Christian tradition, the death of Jesus Christ is believed to have paid for the sins of humanity, while His resurrection signifies the promise of eternal life for believers.
The occasion also represents new life, hope, and the forgiveness of sins through Christ’s victory.
Across the globe, many faithful mark the day with special church services, candlelight observances, and the ringing of church bells.
In Ghana, many congregants dress in white as a symbol of victory over death, with services characterised by songs of praise and joy.
Ahead of the celebration, some religious leaders called for reconciliation, a renewed commitment to God, and efforts to make Christ’s sacrifice meaningful by winning more souls into God’s Kingdom.
They also urged Christians to avoid conflict and promote peace and unity.
The Christian Council of Ghana (CCG) has rallied the nation to use the Easter festivities to foster peace, particularly in conflict-prone communities.
The Council said Easter is a period of reflection and reconciliation, and that peace must prevail across the country in honour of Christ’s sacrifice.
The Reverend Dr Cyril Gershon Fayorse, General Secretary of the CCG, noted that peace is a cardinal message of the resurrection and must resonate among citizens.
“It is time to promote peace among individuals, groups, and communities, and to foster peaceful coexistence in Ghana’s social, political, religious, and ethnic architecture,” he said.
“Easter is a profound period of reflection, restoration, reconciliation, and redemption. It calls on us to reflect on what God has done for humanity and to reconcile with those who have wronged us.”
The Most Reverend Professor Johnson K. Asamoah-Gyadu, Presiding Bishop of The Methodist Church Ghana, also called on Ghanaians to embrace humility, integrity, and selfless service as the nation marks Easter.
In a message issued from the Conference Office of The Methodist Church Ghana, he extended warm greetings to President John Dramani Mahama, Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, persons in leadership, and all citizens.
He said the commemoration of the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ should inspire a renewed sense of purpose, urging Ghanaians to contribute meaningfully to national development.
Reflecting on the significance of Easter, Prof Asamoah-Gyadu referenced Philippians 2:5–11, describing it as a profound revelation of humility.
He noted that although Jesus Christ was in the form of God, He humbled Himself in obedience, even unto death on the cross.
“The lesson for all of us is that true elevation comes through humility, submission, and service,” he said, urging citizens to reflect Christ’s example in justice, love, and commitment to the common good.
The Lady Reverend Grace Tera-Korsinah, Pastor of God’s Haven Ministries, said Easter goes beyond forgiveness, describing it as the full restoration of humanity to its rightful place as children of God.
In an interview with the Ghana News Agency, she said the resurrection restored humanity’s union with God and the authority lost in Eden.
She urged Christians to embrace their identity as heirs of God and to live confidently in the power of divine sonship.
Rev. Tera-Korsinah also called on Ghanaians to rise above despair and division, noting that true transformation comes not only through policies and laws, but through the restoration offered by Christ.
She added that Christ’s resurrection provides the foundation for peace, prosperity, and good health, both for individuals and the nation.
She prayed for wisdom, deeper knowledge of God, and enlightened hearts for both the Church and the nation.
She encouraged Ghanaians to recognise the power made available through Christ’s resurrection and to use it to build a society grounded in peace, justice, and love.
The week leading up to Easter is known as Holy Week, beginning with Palm Sunday and including Maundy Thursday and Good Friday.
Between these is Holy Saturday, which marks the period when Jesus Christ lay in the tomb after His crucifixion.
It represents a moment of stillness, grief, and uncertainty for His followers, teaching believers the importance of patience and trust in God during difficult times.
Easter Sunday brings the week to a joyful conclusion.
GNA
Edited by Agnes Boye-Doe
5 April 2026