Palm Sunday at the Shrine of the Blessed Abouna Yaacoub


Thursday 16 April 2026

In an atmosphere filled with faith and joy, Father Charbel Bou Abboud, O.A.M., presided over the Palm Mass on Sunday, March 29, 2026, at the shrine of Blessed Abouna Yaacoub. Faithful and visitors of all ages participated, especially children who came with their families, joyfully and enthusiastically singing hymns to welcome the Lord Jesus as King of Peace.

After the Mass, the faithful joined the Palm procession, carrying olive branches with hearts full of hope. The presence of children accompanied by their families created a particularly special moment, bringing a sense of familial warmth and communal spirit to the celebration, affirming that faith and joy can overcome any difficulty, regardless of weather conditions or surrounding circumstances.